Assurance Manager - Lending at RSM: Your Path to Success

Role Overview

As an Assurance Manager specializing in Lending at RSM, you will play a crucial role in providing top-tier audit and assurance services to clients in the banking and specialty finance sectors. Your expertise will be instrumental in ensuring the accuracy and reliability of financial statements, identifying risks, and providing valuable insights to help clients achieve their business objectives.

This leadership position will allow you to leverage your extensive experience in public accounting to manage multiple engagement teams, mentor junior staff, and build strong relationships with clients. You will be at the forefront of the lending industry, staying updated on the latest trends and regulations, and providing clients with the knowledge they need to navigate a dynamic financial landscape.

A Day in the Life

Your day-to-day activities as an Assurance Manager will be diverse and challenging, ensuring that you are always learning and growing. Here's a glimpse of what you can expect:

• Client Interaction: Communicate with clients to understand their business operations, identify potential risks, and address any concerns.
• Engagement Management: Plan, execute, and supervise audit engagements, ensuring that they are completed on time and within budget.
• Team Leadership: Mentor and coach audit team members, providing guidance and support to help them develop their skills.
• Risk Assessment: Evaluate internal controls and identify areas of risk, developing appropriate audit procedures to address these risks.
• Financial Statement Review: Review financial statements and related disclosures to ensure compliance with US GAAP and other regulatory requirements.
• Technical Research: Stay up-to-date on the latest accounting and auditing standards, providing technical guidance to clients and team members.
• Business Development: Identify opportunities to expand RSM's services to existing clients and pursue new business opportunities.

Why Phoenix, Las Vegas, or Dallas?

These vibrant cities offer a unique blend of professional opportunities and lifestyle amenities. Here’s why RSM has a strong presence in each location:

• Phoenix, Arizona: A rapidly growing city with a thriving financial services sector. The warm climate, affordable cost of living, and abundance of outdoor activities make Phoenix an attractive place to live and work.
• Las Vegas, Nevada: Known for its entertainment and hospitality industries, Las Vegas also has a growing financial services sector. The city offers a unique cultural experience and a vibrant nightlife.
• Dallas, Texas: A major business hub with a diverse economy. Dallas offers a wide range of cultural attractions, excellent schools, and a strong job market.

Choosing to work in any of these locations provides you with a supportive community, numerous career prospects, and an exceptional quality of life.

Career Path

At RSM, we are committed to helping our employees achieve their full potential. As an Assurance Manager, you will have ample opportunities for advancement and career growth. Here's a potential career path:

• Senior Manager: Lead larger and more complex audit engagements, develop new business opportunities, and mentor junior staff.
• Director: Oversee multiple engagement teams and develop strategies to grow RSM's assurance practice.
• Partner: Become a partner in the firm and play a key role in shaping RSM's future.

We offer a variety of training programs and development opportunities to help you advance your career. Our mentorship programs provide guidance and support to help you achieve your goals.

Salary & Benefits

RSM offers a competitive salary and benefits package to attract and retain top talent. The salary range for an Assurance Manager in these locations typically falls between $110,000 and $160,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications. In addition to salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Health Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid Time Off: Generous vacation, sick leave, and holiday time
• Retirement Plan: 401(k) with company match
• Life Insurance: Basic and supplemental life insurance options
• Disability Coverage: Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and professional certification assistance
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counseling and support services
• Wellness Programs: Programs to promote physical and mental well-being

RSM Culture

At RSM, we pride ourselves on our exceptional culture and talent experience. We believe that our people are our greatest asset, and we are committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive both personally and professionally. Our core values include:

• Respect: We treat each other with respect and value diverse perspectives.
• Integrity: We act with integrity and honesty in all that we do.
• Teamwork: We work together to achieve our goals and support each other's success.
• Excellence: We strive for excellence in all that we do.
• Stewardship: We are committed to being responsible stewards of our resources and our community.

We encourage a collaborative and supportive work environment where employees can share ideas and learn from each other. We also provide opportunities for employees to get involved in community service and give back to the communities where we live and work.

How to Apply

If you are a highly motivated and experienced audit professional with a passion for serving clients in the lending industry, we encourage you to apply for the Assurance Manager position at RSM. To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter through our online application portal. Be sure to highlight your relevant experience, skills, and qualifications.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

FAQ

1. What are the key responsibilities of an Assurance Manager? The key responsibilities include providing high-quality client service, managing audit engagements, leading audit teams, assessing risks, and developing new business opportunities.
2. What qualifications are required for this position? A Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, CPA certification, and 5+ years of progressive audit experience in public accounting are required.
3. What is the salary range for an Assurance Manager at RSM? The salary range typically falls between $110,000 and $160,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications.
4. What benefits does RSM offer? RSM offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) plan, life insurance, and disability coverage.
5. What is the culture like at RSM? RSM has a collaborative and supportive work environment where employees are valued and encouraged to grow both personally and professionally.
6. What opportunities for advancement are available? RSM offers numerous opportunities for advancement, including promotion to Senior Manager, Director, and Partner.
7. How do I apply for this position? You can apply through our online application portal by submitting your resume and cover letter.
8. Does RSM offer flexible work arrangements? Depending on the role and team, RSM may offer flexible work arrangements, including remote work options.
9. What type of training is provided at RSM? RSM offers a variety of training programs and development opportunities to help employees advance their careers.
10. What is the focus of the Lending team? The Lending team focuses specifically on banking and specialty finance, in which we are the middle market leaders throughout the country.