As one of the world's largest networks of audit, tax and consulting firms, RSM delivers big ideas and premium service to help middle-market businesses thrive. We are a fast-growing firm with big ambitions -- we have a clear goal to become the premium adviser to the middle market, globally. This vision touches everything we do, motivating and inspiring us to become better every day. If you are looking for a firm where you can build a future and make an impact, then RSM is the place for you.
Make an Impact at RSM UK
Consulting brings together multiple teams across Transactions, Risk & Consulting, ABA and Outsourcing to provide client-centric solutions for RSM’s current and future clients within the middle market. Our Consulting team has a major role to play in driving forward the growth of the firm, with over 1,700 people delivering almost £200m revenue.
At the heart of Consulting are the six solutions we offer our clients: business transformation, deal services, finance function support, risk and governance, forensic and investigation services, and restructuring. Our solutions create a tailored approach to support our clients in achieving their strategic goals and empower our people to make an impact and develop their own unique career path.
Our Corporate Internal Audit and Controls team supports clients in strengthening their control environments through internal controls engagements, including SOX, the UK Corporate Governance Code and wider Internal Control Framework assignments.
As an Internal Controls Senior Consultant, you will assess the design and operating effectiveness of key controls, document processes and risks, evaluate control deficiencies and help clients implement practical improvements. Working independently and collaboratively, you will deliver high-quality engagements within agreed timescales and budgets.
You will make an impact by:
- Performing walkthroughs of financial and operational processes to understand key risks and the controls in place to mitigate them.
- Assessing control design and operating effectiveness through clear documentation and controls testing.
- Producing process narratives, flowcharts and Risk and Control Matrices, while identifying and evaluating control deficiencies.
- Communicating findings to client management and agreeing practical remediation actions that strengthen the control environment.
- Reviewing work completed by junior colleagues, providing coaching and supporting managers to deliver engagements on time and within budget.
What we are looking for:
Are you someone who enjoys solving problems, improving how businesses operate and building trusted client relationships? If you can communicate complex information clearly and take ownership of delivering high-quality work, this role could be a great fit for you.
We value diverse experiences and perspectives. Here’s what we’re looking for in our ideal candidate:
- ACA or ACCA qualified, or equivalent
- Previous experience delivering SOX, Internal Controls over Financial Reporting or related assurance engagements for corporate clients.
- Strong technical knowledge of process walkthroughs, controls documentation, controls testing and deficiency evaluation.
- An understanding of key business processes, financial reporting risks and relevant control frameworks.
- Strong communication, report-writing and relationship-building skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities, review others’ work and support junior colleagues.
What we can offer you:
We recognise that our people are our most important assets. That’s why we offer a flexible reward and benefits package that will help you have a fulfilling experience, both in and out of work.
- Hybrid working, with a minimum of 3 days in the office
- 26 days’ holiday
- Lifestyle, health and wellbeing support, including financial wellbeing tools, an electric car scheme and access to a virtual GP
- Access to over 300 on-demand courses developed by our in-house Talent Development team
Diversity and Inclusion at RSM
At RSM, we want to create a strong sense of belonging so that people of all identities, backgrounds, and cultures feel they can bring their true self to work. Our clients come from all walks of life. We aim to achieve that same diversity of background, experience and perspective in our own teams, so that we can genuinely understand our client's needs. Diverse teams bring a broader range of ideas and insights to work. That's why we're working together to ensure our firm's principles and processes support a firm culture that embraces difference and strengthens inclusion.