Accounting Advisory Director

2 days ago


San Francisco, California, United States RSM US LLP Full time
Accounting Advisory Director Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Accounting Advisory Director to join our team at RSM US LLP. As a key member of our Accounting and Finance Consulting (AFC) practice, you will provide expert accounting and finance advisory services to private equity clients and their portfolio companies.

Responsibilities:
  • Manage multiple concurrent engagements within the AFC practice to deliver high-quality advisory services to private equity firms and their portfolio companies.
  • Demonstrate intermediate to advanced knowledge of complex accounting concepts, including GAAP compliance, financial statement preparation, and accounting policy development.
  • Work with leaders on "go to market" strategy, participating in proposals, pitch meetings, and developing marketing collateral to drive business development efforts.
  • Understand RSM's service lines and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
  • Support transactional activities by bringing accounting and finance expertise to due diligence, M&A integration, and financial modeling.
  • Provide timely, high-quality client service that meets or exceeds client expectations, including coordinating the development and execution of the consulting work plan and client deliverables.
  • Collaborate directly with firm specialists/subject matter experts on complex accounting, finance, and business matters.
  • Oversee engagement economics and manage appropriate resources for efficient engagement models.
  • Anticipate and address client concerns and escalate issues as they arise; identify performance improvement opportunities.
  • Develop others within the AFC practice through mentoring, training, and advising on career development or participating in other Firm initiatives.
  • Develop a strategy to utilize relationships external to the firm with different types of Centers of Influence to effectuate business growth.
  • Actively read industry publications and stay up to date on industry trends, sharing relevant information with clients as considered applicable.
  • Ensure professional development through ongoing education.
  • Willingness to travel 25% or less of the year, depending on your clients.
Required Qualifications:
  • BS/BA Degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent degree.
  • 8+ years of current or recent experience in accounting advisory services, with a focus on serving private equity clients and their portfolio companies.
  • Strong technical accounting knowledge, including proficiency in US GAAP and SEC reporting requirements.
  • Deep understanding of financial reporting requirements, transaction support, and regulatory compliance.
  • Excellent team and project management skills.
  • Experience managing client relationships and leading teams in a consulting environment.
  • Advanced written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build rapport and credibility with diverse stakeholders.
  • A proven record of building profitable, sustainable client relationships.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • CPA or equivalent certification.

RSM US LLP is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. We offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people. We are committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or otherwise participate in the recruiting process, please call us at or send us an email at.

RSM does not intend to hire entry-level candidates who will require sponsorship now or in the future (i.e., F-1 visa holders). If you are a recent U.S. college/university graduate possessing 1-2 years of progressive and relevant work experience in a same or similar role to the one for which you are applying, excluding internships, you may be eligible for hire as an experienced associate.

RSM will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the requirements of applicable law, including but not limited to, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

For additional information regarding RSM's background check process, including information about job duties that necessitate the use of one or more types of background checks, click here.

At RSM, an employee's pay at any point in their career is intended to reflect their experiences, performance, and skills for their current role. The salary range (or starting rate for interns and associates) for this role represents numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions, including education, skills, work experience, certifications, location, etc. Individuals selected for this role will be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance.

Compensation Range: $122,300 - $245,900



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