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2021 - Summer - Consulting Associate - Technology - Finance & Accounting Outsourcing

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2021 - Summer - Consulting Associate - Technology - Finance & Accounting Outsourcing

Washington, DC
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Technology Consulting – Finance & Accounting Outsourcing Associate  

     

    Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) Associates support the finance and accounting functions for small and medium sized companies in various industries. Associates work directly with clients to support all areas of finance and accounting, particularly in the areas of bill pay, billing, month-end close and financial reporting. FAO Associates also help client management review and analyze periodic financials to understand and explain fluctuations in clients’ businesses. Through this, FAO Associates develop a deep understanding of our clients’ industries and how the finance and accounting functions work within their businesses. FAO Associates also participate in and support FAO technology implementations for ERP, accounts payable, time and expense, and month-end close systems. 

     

    RSM’s FAO practice prides itself on the processes and technologies they have built to remain efficient, scalable and to produce high quality deliverables. As an FAO Associate, you will learn the “best” way to design and support client finance and accounting functions, which is the core understanding required to become a valuable consultant. 

     

    Responsibilities:     This is a hands-on position that requires extensive communication and coordination across multiple parties. Duties performed on behalf of clients include:  

    • Manage Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions 
    • Perform month-end reconciliations of all balance sheet accounts 
    • Perform P&L review over client operations 
    • Support FAO technology implementations by documenting future processes and assisting with system configuration 
    • Provide recommendations on how to improve client and RSM operations
  • Qualifications
    • A minimum of a Bachelor’s in accounting or finance is required.  
    • Excellent written and oral communication skills are a must.  
    • Ability to balance multiple responsibilities simultaneously plus excellent analytical and decision-making skills.   
    • Proficiency utilizing Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).  
    • Strong organizational skills along with the ability to meet deadlines.  
    • Ability to adapt to change effectively.  
    • Experience with automated accounting systems (preferred)

      

     

    You want your next step to be the right one. You've worked hard to get where you are today. And now you're ready to use your unique skills, talents and personality to achieve great things. RSM is a place where you are valued as an individual, mentored as a future leader, and recognized for your accomplishments and potential. Working directly with clients, key decision makers and business owners across various industries and geographies, you'll move quickly along the learning curve and our clients will benefit from your fresh perspective. Experience RSM US. Experience the power of being understood. RSM is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans.

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  • Industry
    Professional Services
  • About Us

    RSM is the leading provider of audit, tax and consulting services to the middle market, with over 16,600 professionals across the U.S., Canada, El Salvador and India. RSM has a global presence in 120 countries, we are focused on developing leading professionals and innovative services to meet our clients’ evolving needs in today’s ever-changing business environment. Our culture embodies inclusiveness and understanding, empowering our people to be their authentic selves, share their unique perspectives and own their futures to achieve their personal and professional aspirations.