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, inclusive 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.RSM’s Finance as a Service (FaaS) practice is looking for skilled professionals to join us at the Associate level. RSM’s FaaS practice blends the best of both worlds by providing candidates with all the career growth opportunities that come with working for a public accounting firm, while at the same time operating in private company environments on a daily basis. We provide accounting, technology and consulting services to private, lower middle market clients, with revenues ranging from $0 to $100 million. In other words, we are the accounting department for our clients. Our diverse industry base includes technology, life science, not-for-profit, consumer products and professional service organizations, just to name a few. This position will need to work to deadlines and a multitude of accounting activities, such as month end close, financial reporting, year-end audit support, and the support of budget and forecasting activities. In addition, you will have the ability to learn and efficiently use our best-in-class cloud based technology stack. FaaS Associates will have contact with our clients (CEO, COO, CFO, VP of Finance, Controller, etc.), as well as other client contacts including tax and professional service providers.RoleWe operate in a team‑based environment and have a proven track record of delivering exceptional value to our clients. The key attributes that will make someone successful in this role include:Assertive, collaborative, team player and desire to learn different industries and develop a Controller skill setSuperior ability to prioritize and focus in a dynamic, multi‑client environmentFamiliarity and comfort level working with cloud‑based technology systemsWillingness to learn and work with emerging technology solutions such as OCR,
AI and Accounting BOTSProfessional presentation and great communication skills as contact with clients will be extensiveSolid Excel skills (create tables, use formulas, pivot tables)ResponsibilitiesThis is a hands‑on position that requires transaction processing, account reconciliation and financial reporting skills. Duties include:Key point of contact for our clients Purchase to Pay, Order to Cash and Month End Close cyclesLead our accounts payable and accounts receivable teams for our clientsProcesses and records journal entries for revenue, prepaid expenses, fixed asset, accrued expenses, payroll, and / other month end close areas as applicable, in an accurate and timely mannerUnderstands the purpose of reconciliations. Prepares bank reconciliations and general ledger account reconciliationsPrepare client’s monthly financial statements including month over month variance analysis and / or actual to budget analysisContinuously identify opportunities to enhance the clients monthly operations to make suggestions for process improvementsDefine and document repeatable methodologies with appropriate tools and templates that can be leveraged for future clients.Understand our technology stack and identify additional add‑on processes, systems, modules and integrations that can drive month‑end close efficiencies.QualificationsA minimum of a Bachelor’s in accounting/finance is requiredExcellent written and oral communication skills are a must (proactively communicates status, issues, conflicts, and priorities up, down and across the engagement team)Ability to balance multiple responsibilities simultaneously plus excellent analytical and decision making skillsExperience in a public accounting firm, consulting firm or other professional services environment preferred but not requiredProficiency utilizing Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook,
etc.).Strong organizational skills along with the ability to meet deadlines.Ability to adapt to change effectivelyPreferred QualificationsExperience with automated accounting systems (i.E. Intacct, NetSuite, Blackline, Bill.Com, Tallie)CPA or pursuing CPA is preferred but not requiredBenefits and CompensationAt RSM, we offer a competitive perks 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.RSM does not tolerate discrimination and/or harassment based on race; colour;creed; sincerely held religious beliefs, practices or observances; sex (including pregnancy or disabilities related to nursing); gender (includinggender identity and/or gender expression); sexual orientation; national origin; ancestry; familialor maritalstatus; age; physical or mental disability; citizenship; political affiliation; medical condition(including family and medical leave); domestic violencevictim status; past, current or prospective service in the Canadian uniformed service; Canadian Military/Veteran status; pre‑disposing genetic characteristics or any other characteristic protected under applicable provincial employment legislation.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 (phone hidden) or send us an email at
[email protected] 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, but not limited to, education, skills, work experience, certifications, location, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.Compensation Range: $52,500 - $73,500#J-18808-Ljbffr
📌 Financial Consulting Associate - Accountant (Quickbooks) - $52,500 - $73,500 A Year (Winnipeg)
🏢 RSM
📍 Winnipeg