RSM US LLP · 22 hours ago
Chief Auditor
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
15+ years expRSM US LLP is the leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally, empowering clients and people to realize their full potential. The Chief Auditor is responsible for the firm’s audit and assurance policies, leading multiple departments, and driving innovation in the audit process while ensuring compliance with professional standards.
AccountingConsultingFinancial Services
Responsibilities
Leads the development, implementation, and maintenance of firm-wide and globally deployed audit methodology, policies, and tools in alignment with U.S. and global auditing standards (e.g., AICPA, IAASB, PCAOB)
Oversees the strategy and department that develops and delivers training programs to ensure auditors are equipped with current knowledge and tools to perform high-quality audits
Serves as a public voice for RSM’s audit quality commitment through speaking engagements, publications, and industry forums
Establishes strategy for guidance and policy for newly emerging areas of assurance and supports vision for use of new tools
Oversight of audit quality for RSM US
Influence and support audit quality for other firms with alternative practice structure alignment with RSM US
Leads the assurance standards and methodology group and provides oversight for the assurance curriculum team
Actively participates as a part of the National Professional Standards Group management team to continuously improve the Assurance practice
Executes on the vision for the audit of the future and audit innovation
Serves as an assurance expert to executive leadership on projects and initiatives with strategic importance to the organization
Collaborates with firm leadership to align audit quality initiatives with strategic goals and client service priorities
Collaborates closely with the assurance digital organization to drive strategy for the audit technology ecosystem and delivery of technology tools
Influences standard-setting developments through continuous engagement and review of firm comment letters on assurance related topics
Represents RSM in national and international standard-setting bodies, advisory groups, and roundtables
Consults with engagement teams and national office consultants, as requested on complex assurance matters
Drive innovation in audit processes and technology, ensuring continuous improvement and future readiness
Work closely with the Office of Risk Management on internal, Peer Review and PCAOB inspections and applicable written responses
Serves as a career advisor for the Deputy Chief Auditor and National Curriculum Director
Fosters a positive and proactive work environment, emphasizing respect for individuals, high standards of quality, innovation and team work
Facilitates the ongoing learning, well-being, professional satisfaction and development of staff through training, work assignments, increased responsibility/autonomy and mentoring
Qualification
Required
Bachelors degree required
Certified Public Accountant
Strong working knowledge of US (GAAS and PCAOB) and International Auditing Standards
Strong working knowledge of US Attestation Standards
Proven experience in technical consultation and performance of audits for public and private entities
Minimum 8 years experience as a partner
Minimum 15 years experience in a National CPA Firm involved in the Assurance practice
Minimum of 10 years managing others
Must exhibit an exceptional client service attitude, possess outstanding people skills and take a proactive approach in working with employees
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to communicate motivationally and deliver tough messages
Demonstrated excellent coordination, organizational planning and analytical skills
Takes ownership of results
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects/assignments simultaneously
Benefits
Flexibility in your schedule
Competitive benefits and compensation package
Company
RSM US LLP
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