Technical Accounting Consulting: Strategic Finance and FP&A Associate

RSM US is currently seeking an Associate to join our TAC practice within our Strategic Finance and FP&A solution set. We advise clients on strategic planning, mergers and acquisitions, capital markets readiness, financial planning and analysis (FP&A), budgeting, and capital structure optimization throughout various stages of a company’s life cycle via in-depth consulting and financial modeling. 

The ideal Associate candidate has a proven academic track record with working knowledge of corporate finance, valuation, and financial accounting concepts. Candidates must demonstrate a strong intellectual curiosity in strategic and corporate finance and be driven to work in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. Strong proficiency in financial modeling is required for any candidate to be considered. Excellent verbal communication skills and the ability to work within a tight-knit team are also required.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support managers, supervisors and senior associates by participating in all aspects of executing current and prospective client engagements

• Develop and maintain financial models to forecast financial results and perform additional value-add analyses including valuations, prospective M&A, and strategic/long-term planning

• Perform comprehensive and in-depth company and industry research

• Stay up to date on current business and economic issues relevant to the client’s business and provide value-add insights

• Attend client meetings and manage deliverable progress against internal and external deadlines

• Consistently deliver quality client services by demonstrating in-depth technical capabilities and professional knowledge

• Participate in client meetings and other client interactions to gain exposure to and develop relationships with internal leadership/counterparts

• Conduct research, participate in strategic planning, and assist in the business development of the Strategic Finance and FP&A team

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Engineering, Liberal Arts, or a related field

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to succinctly explain interrelationship of three financial statements

• Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to comfortably interact with clients

• Proficiency in financial modeling in Excel and creating presentation materials in PowerPoint

• Highly self-motivated and self-directed, with demonstrated ability to be proactive and work in a high-growth/fast-paced setting

• Prior internship experience in relevant field such as investment banking, private equity, and equity/credit research is a plus

• Prior experience working with financial analytics models and tools in MS Excel and experience with one or more of the following: VBA, MS Access, SQL Server, Data Visualization applications (such as Tableau, Power BI, or Spotfire), and Alteryx is a plus

• Willingness to travel up to 25% to meet client needs

IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE LAW, PROSPECTIVE HIRES WILL BE REQUIRED TO DEMONSTRATE THAT THEY HAVE BEEN FULLY VACCINATED FOR COVID-19 OR INTEND TO BE VACCINATED FOR COVID-19 BY JANUARY 18, 2022 OR QUALIFY FOR A MEDICAL OR RELIGIOUS ACCOMMODATION TO THIS VACCINATION REQUIREMENT. INDIVIDUALS WHO HAVE AN APPROVED MEDICAL OR RELIGIOUS ACCOMMODATION MAY BE REQUIRED TO COMPLY WITH COVID-19TESTING REQUIREMENTS UPON COMMENCEMENT OF EMPLOYMENT.

You want your next step to be the right one. You've worked hard to get where youare today. And now you're ready to use your unique skills, talents andpersonality 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 decisionmakers 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.

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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.