About the Department

There has never been a more exciting time to pursue a career in Audit at RSM.Audit is our largest service line nationally, and we are growing!We provide comprehensive Audit services to clients ranging from OMBs, through to large listed PLCs. We believe that it is important for our people to have experience across a range of industries and sectors, so we do not typically have individuals in our teams working on only one type of client.RSM has a culture of transparency and supportiveness, we remain people focused, and we care about your development. Within Audit, we promote from within wherever possible, we listen to your career goals and aspirations, and we will support you in your short- and long-term goals.About You

Are you ambitious? Do you want to feel heard and recognised? Do you want to work closely with your clients, building lasting relationships which allow you to make a real contribution? Do you enjoy variety, and to be challenged? Do you want to see your efforts rewarded and to be continually developed? Our culture is our greatest strength, and many of our most Senior Partners joined us at Assistant level.About the Job

To provide on-site assistance on each Assurance assignment in an efficient and effective manner, and to help ensure that clients receive a quality service in all aspects.ResponsibilitiesBe a key part of Assurance teams undertaking assignments, including opportunities to lead the on-site element of the workEnsure that each assignment is undertaken in accordance with the pre-assignment instructions, and to carry out all aspects of the assignment efficiently, thoroughly and in accordance with the firm''s proceduresEnsure Assurance quality at all times, contribute to internal and external quality assurance, ensuring all actions are completed in line with the firm''s and the profession''s standardsCommunicate any problems in complying with these instructions, or any contentious issues identified, to the assignment manager immediately, identifying and commenting upon the possible solutionsProvide adequate briefing, supervision, and "on the job" training for less experienced members of staffAct as day to day point of contact for the client, and to practise the principles of excellent client service at all timesMaintain an awareness of the firm''s specialist services and publications. Ensure added value to clientsReview work completed by less experienced staff for adequacy and completeness, and to undertake job appraisal reviewsSummarise actual time spent compared to budget on each assignment, and to perform the firm''s review and completion procedures before passing the files for manager reviewDevelop and maintain an advanced level of technical knowledge through appropriate reading and courses, and to fulfil professional CPD requirementsAttend staff meetings and training and to assist in student recruitment, training and marketing activities as requiredCarry out any other duties as are within the scope, spirit and purpose of the job, the title of the role and its grading, as required by the Line Manager or Head of DepartmentRequirementsCandidates must be ACA or ACCA qualified or equivalentPrevious experience of carrying out Assurance related tasks within a professional services firmProven experience in client handling and in producing high quality AssurancesExperience of analytical review approach desirableIn return, there are many exciting opportunities for anyone looking to join our team;Extensive internal training program directed by a specialist team, including relevant training for key service lines, industries and responsibilities, providing significant CPD opportunitiesStructured training program for staff with potential to reach Senior Manager, Director and beyondRegular provision and discussion of feedback to assist in progressionOpportunity to specialise in a wide variety of sectors including listed, not for profit, pensions, private equity and financial servicesInternal and international secondment opportunitiesInternal office and regional team events#LI-SH1Do you already know your future colleagues? RSM operates an employee referral scheme where we will pay if your referral gets hired, forward this role to your connection to start the process.For full details of the RSM Employee Referral policy please view the recruitment pages on the intranet.

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