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RSM US LLP is seeking a Partner to join our National Professional Standards Group.
This individual has responsibility for the oversight of the design and implementation of the firm’s system of quality management. This includes implementation of relevant professional standards as well as strategic vision and proactive enhancements to the system of quality management.
This Partner will serve as an expert level subject matter expert on quality management and quality control standards and will collaborate across the enterprise to maintain the system of quality management for the assurance practice. This individual will have primary responsibility to lead the implementation and maintenance of the system of quality management for the assurance line of business, including ongoing risk assessment and remediation.
The role will support the Audit Quality and Risk Management Group in responding to PCAOB inspection matters related to the Firm’s system of quality management, as well as quality matters arising from internal inspections, peer review, and other monitoring.
Responsibilities
• Oversee the design and implementation of the system of quality management, including the implementation of PCAOB QC 1000 and the maintenance related to SQMS No. 1, and ISQM 1
• Oversee the development and content of the firm’s Audit Quality Report, including internal controls over reporting of the information therein
• Actively participate in the evaluation and determination of root cause and other causal factors that gave rise to negative events
• Support and maintain Firm manuals, tools, templates and guidance related to the system of quality management
• Oversee the remediation process, including the process of preparing and defending the Firm’s remediation plans in response to PCAOB Part II Quality Control Criticisms related to the assurance practice
• Provide support to the Audit Quality and Risk Management group related to inspection and regulatory matters
• Support the RSM International Executive Office in the implementation of the quality management standards
• Provide training and guidance related to the implementation of PCAOB quality control standards across the RSMI international network
• Represent RSM through participation in professional task forces (e.g., PCAOB, CAQ, ASB)
• Develop and facilitate internally and externally focused training
• Actively participate as a leader in AIPT to manage and develop others within the group and the practice
• Maintains a high level of organization and project management skills
• Enhance the talent experience as a performance advisor and mentor
• Improve the quality of our audit practice in terms of audit efficiency and effectiveness
Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree required
• CPA required
• Proven ability to lead diverse teams and affect organizational change
• Minimum 12 years progressive experience in a national CPA Firm involved in the Assurance practice or equivalent, including a minimum of five years managing others
• Experience performing audit engagements conducted in accordance with both PCAOB Standards and U.S. GAAS
• Experience with internal control implementations and systems maintenance, including controls related to information technology
• Experience with interpreting and implementing audit and/or quality management standards
• Must exhibit an exceptional client service attitude, possess outstanding people skills and take a proactive approach in working with employees
• Ability to exercise sound professional judgment and technical discretion on matters of significance
• Exercises strong written and verbal communication skills to report matters of significance to internal and external stakeholders.
Location and Travel
• The location is open, with a preference to be located in a city with an RSM office.
• Travel required for participation with professional organizations, continuing professional education, internal meetings and various projects and work streams of the AIPT. Travel is estimated to be 10-20%.
At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people. We offer flexibility in your schedule, empowering you to balance life’s demands, while also maintaining your ability to serve clients. Learn more about our total rewards at https://rsmus.com/careers/working-at-rsm/benefits.
All applicants will receive consideration for employment as RSM does not tolerate discrimination and/or harassment based on race; color; creed; sincerely held religious beliefs, practices or observances; sex (including pregnancy or disabilities related to nursing); gender; sexual orientation; HIV Status; national origin; ancestry; familial or marital status; age; physical or mental disability; citizenship; political affiliation; medical condition (including family and medical leave); domestic violence victim status; past, current or prospective service in the US uniformed service; US Military/Veteran status; pre-disposing genetic characteristics or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law.
Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process and/or employment/partnership. RSM is 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 800-274-3978 or send us an email at careers@rsmus.com.
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