Supervisor, Process Risk and Controls

We are the leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally, our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change, empowering our clients and people to realize their full potential. Our exceptional people are the key to our unrivaled, culture and talent experience and our ability to be compelling to our clients. You’ll find an environment that inspires and empowers you to thrive both personally and professionally. There’s no one like you and that’s why there’s nowhere like RSM.
As a supervisor in RSM’s growing Risk and Controls Practice, you will have the opportunity to draw from your experience and knowledge while continuing to grow your leadership skills through a high degree of client and industry exposure, career development and mentorship opportunities, and a diverse and inclusive culture. The fast-paced and dynamic environment in which we operate will provide you with daily challenges and exciting opportunities.
In the Risk and Controls Practice we frequently work as or alongside a client’s internal audit function, the chief risk officer or risk function, and various other members of management tasked with managing risk. Our advisors help our clients with identifying and prioritizing risk and leveraging process and controls to reduce risk exposure.
Key Responsibilities
Contributions to Firm Culture
Model the core RSM values of respect, integrity, teamwork, excellence and stewardship in all interactions with clients and team members
Lead teams in identifying out of the box solutions to complex issues. Encourage innovative thinking from seniors and associates
Support RSM’s goals around diversity and inclusion by nurturing an environment that understands individuality, promotes authenticity, and values varied perspective in arriving at solutions
Client Experience
Learn about the industry that we serve and leverage your understanding to become your clients’ trusted advisor
Identify current and relevant industry thought leadership and incorporate this into client service
Independently implement and coach others on foundational industry policies, procedures, and work-programs
Own process level client relationships and collaboration with external stakeholders
Lead risk assessment management interviews and internal audit plan development
Draft test plans or work programs for review by senior members of the team
Create/review narratives or flowcharts for a process
Identify and review all risks and controls for a process as needed
Perform review of staff work for accuracy, completeness, and well-reasoned conclusions
Manage budgets and provide accurate analysis of estimates to complete to engagement leader
Prepare deliverable drafts
Have the ability to support multiple client projects simultaneously, while actively contributing to other firm initiatives
Participate in relevant industry associations and events to develop and/or maintain industry focus and relationships
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Talent Experience
Encourage colleagues to think creatively, strive for growth through development opportunities, and maximize results while working within a team environment
Proactively seek out opportunities to learn from or teach team members, build a coaching/mentoring network and take advantage of training opportunities to continually expand skills and demonstrate leadership capability
Maintain willingness to give and receive candid feedback in both written and verbal form. Commit to self-development in response to constructive feedback received.
​Provide assistance, guidance, mentoring and feedback to staff assigned to work with you
Support recruiting efforts by understanding and promoting the RSM brand and developing the ability to accurately assess talent
Business Development
Actively participate in relevant industry associations and events
Demonstrate industry understanding and provide thought leadership to clients and prospects
Build an internal network and actively demonstrate familiarity with other services provided by the firm
Contribute to new pursuits by teaming and developing proposals and other materials
Identify new client opportunities or surface ideas for introducing others to existing client relationships
Position Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree
Minimum of 4 years of experience in audit, internal audit or related internal control positions
Preferred Qualifications
Proficiency in professional writing, spreadsheet, and presentation creation tools
Job relevant certification (e.g. CPA, CIA) preferred
Ability to travel to meet client needs and work collaboratively with others in-person and remotely
Openness to workday flexibility, agility, remote work environment, leveraging new tools
Effective communication skills, both verbally and in writing
Effective time management and prioritization skills
At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people. Learn more about our total rewards at https://rsmus.com/careers/working-at-rsm/benefits.
We believe flexibility and in-person connection both play an important role in how we work and grow. Most roles at RSM follow a hybrid workstyle, which means team members are aligned to an RSM office and come together in person when it best supports clients, teams, development or relationship-building. Some roles may be virtual or primarily on-site based on role requirements, team priorities and client needs.
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.
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.
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