Company: RSM International

Location: Toronto, ON

Expected salary: $105000 – 178500 per year

Job date: Fri, 14 Mar 2025 06:31:09 GMT

Job description: 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.The Office of Risk Management (ORM) supports the implementation of programs, policies, and practices to manage the risk of RSM Canada. Audit Quality & Risk Management (AQRM) within ORM, is responsible for monitoring the firm’s audit practice by executing such activities as the monitoring of the firm’s System of Quality Management (CSQM 1), facilitating the inspection of the firm by it’s regulators (including CPA bodies and CPAB), the firm’s internal monitoring, and other ad hoc projects. AQRM works closely with the National Professional Standards Group (NPSG) in assisting in the creation and monitoring of policies, tools, guidance, and training.This position assists and reports to the Audit Quality and Risk Leader in Canada and will also have exposure to working with RSM US for certain projects. We have cultivated an inclusive environment of teamwork, accountability, ongoing education, and flexibility where team members can work in-office, hybrid, or fully remote.Responsibilities:Lead and oversee the Engagement level monitoring/internal monitoring program and will ensure that the organization’s internal monitoring practices align with the firm’s own, global, and regulatory requirementsLead and oversee some monitoring related to the firm’s System of Quality Management (SOQM) and its implementation of CSQM1/ISQM1. More specifically, this position will liase between with engagement level monitoring and assist the SOQM evaluation team in evaluating the firm’s SOQMPlan and assist with the inspection of the firm by its regulatory bodies, including but not limited to CPAB, PCAOB, CPA Provincial bodies, and CIRO. This will require assessing root causes of findings and developing and implementing risk management/action plans in support for any necessary remediations of regulatory requirementsCoach and support engagement teams going through external file inspectionsWork closely with other members of AQRM and assist with the annual evaluation of the System of Quality Management to determine if it is achieving its objectives while aligning to the Quality standards with continuous improvementsLead and contribute to the performance of Root Cause Analysis on audit quality issues identified through annual evaluation, regulatory reviews, internal monitoring and other monitoring programs and activities of the firm while Execution of formal functional monitoring activitiesPrepare and present status updates for leadership and communications for senior executives related to regulatory inspection audit quality mattersManage other various assignments that arise through incident response or Global executive office and regulatory complianceParticipate in various quality initiatives including coaching Engagement Leaders and Teams on selected audit quality topics to assist in improving Quality objectivesDevelop and deliver continuing professional education coursesPerform other monitoring and quality initiatives as directed by the Quality Control Inquiry Committee, ORM Leader, and/or Audit Quality and Risk LeaderPerform other ad hoc projects, as requiredOccasional business travel within Canada will be requiredRequired Qualifications:Bachelor’s degreeActive CPA license in good standing in principal place of businessA minimum of 8 years’ of post qualification experienceWorking knowledge of CAS, IFRS and ASPEStrong oral and written communications skillsRobust performance history and demonstration of excellenceStrong interpersonal skills and ability to adapt quickly to change in a professional services firm and regulatory environmentAbility to communicate information clearly and concisely, verbally, and orally to diverse audiences across the firm and to outside professional contactsAbility to develop and maintain applicable professional and internal contacts, resources, and networksAbility to maintain confidentiality and discretion with respect to internal informationExhibit high attention to detail and strong proofreading skillsLeadership Skills:Demonstrate strong leadership skills, including the ability to guide, mentor and develop team membersStrong analytical, organizational, and planning skills for multiple and or complex projectsCollaborates with all levels to achieve resultsExcellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to generate high quality deliverablesAbility to work independently and collaborativelyPreferred Qualifications:CPAB or CPA Provincial institute or PCAOB inspection experienceExperience with audit tools such Caseware, Idea, Data Snipper, Alteryx or other similar toolsAbility to respond positively to changing circumstances, seek and implement change to drive business improvementExperience auditing internal controls in a large professional services firm or similar environment would be an assetAbility to supervise, direct, and review the results of inspections, projects, and assignmentsAbility to lead by understanding team dynamicsAbility to support, affect, and implement changeAt RSM, we offer a competitive benefits 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. Learn more about our total rewards at .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 (including gender identity and/or gender expression); sexual orientation; national origin; ancestry; familial or marital status; age; physical or mental disability; citizenship; political affiliation; medical condition (including family and medical leave); domestic violence victim 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 800-274-3978 or send us an email at .At 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: $105,000 – $178,500Individuals selected for this role will be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance.