Independence Associate 2

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.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.This position is a member of the centralized team providing affiliate tree maintenance. The associate will assist and provide support to engagement teams serving clients in private equity within other areas related to independence as directed by the National Office of Independence, Compliance, & Ethics.EssentialDutiesMaintain affiliate trees for private equity client relationships in the firm’s entity management system as directed by the National Office of Independence, Compliance, & Ethics.Includes gathering data and information about affiliates from structure charts and public resources.Assist with development and presentation of independence-related training, tools, and guidance.Otherduties as assignedEDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONSBachelor’sdegree(required)inAccountingorrelatedfield (preferred)TECHNICAL/SOFT SKILLSLearningtoreadandapplyrules,regulations,policiesand procedures – requiredAwareness of SEC, PCAOB and AICPA Independence rules andabilitytorecognizethepotentialimpactofchangestofirm policies, processes and personnel (preferred)Learningtocommunicateinformationclearlyandconcisely,in writing to diverse audiences across the firm and to outside professional contacts (required)Developingconflictresolutionskills(required)Proficient in use of Microsoft Office products including familiaritywithSharePointasadocumentrepository(required)Learningtoidentifyandrecommendprocessimprovementand efficiency (required)Learningtodevelopandmaintainapplicableprofessionaland internal contacts, resources and networks (preferred)Abilitytomaintainconfidentialityanddiscretion(requiredEXPERIENCEAminimumof three to sixyearsofexperienceinpublicaccountingExperiencewithandunderstandingofprivateequitystructuresExperiencewiththeapplicationoftheSECindependencerules LEADERSHIPSKILLSBusiness Awareness:The demonstration of an understanding of theimpactofregulatorycontrolsonbusinessconditions CustomerFocus:Actstomakethingsbetterbymakingdeliberate attempts to add value. Seeks information from supervisor for guidance on customer approachYou want your next step to be the right one. You’ve worked hard to get where you are today. And now you’re ready to use your unique skills, talents and personality 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 decision makers 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.Experience RSM. Experience the power of being understood.