Risk Consulting Manager - Financial Services

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, 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.As a manager in RSM’s growing Financial Services Risk Consulting practice, you will have the opportunity to draw from your experience and knowledge while continuing to grow your leadership skills through a high degree of client and financial services industry exposure, career development and mentorship opportunities, and a diverse and inclusive culture. The fast-paced and dynamic environment in which we operate will provide you with daily challenges and exciting opportunities.In the Financial Services Risk Consulting Practice we frequently work as or alongside a client’s internal audit function, the chief risk officer or risk function, Sarbanes-Oxley project team, and various other members of management tasked with managing risk. Our advisors help our clients with identifying and prioritizing risk and leveraging process and controls to reduce risk exposure.Key Responsibilities:Contributions to Firm Culture:Model the core RSM values of respect, integrity, teamwork, excellence and stewardship in all interactions with clients and team membersCollaborate with colleagues across a variety of levels and disciplines to develop and deliver innovative solutions that provide value to clientsMaintain agility to adapt quickly to shifting needs, demands, technology solutions, or process changes and assist others in adapting to changeSupport RSM’s goals around diversity and inclusion by nurturing an environment that understands individuality, promotes authenticity, and values varied perspective in arriving at solutionsClient Experience:Leverage understanding of industry trends and business acumen to think critically about complex challenges and propose dynamic solutionsIdentify current and relevant financial services industry thought leadership to share with the clientOwn management level relationships, and interact with C-suite group. Drive collaboration with external stakeholdersLead risk assessment management interviews and development of internal audit planPerform review of the deliverables including process narratives/flowcharts, risks and control gaps, suggested remediation and process improvementLead formal closing meetings with clients to share and confirm deliverablesMaintain overall responsibility for engagement economics and manage expectations around billing, monitoring, and collectionsDemonstrate effective delegation strategies by managing multiple clients, projects, and teams simultaneously with the goal of overseeing a book of businessTalent Experience:Encourage colleagues to think creatively, strive for growth through development opportunities, and maximize results while working within a team environmentManage, motivate, and mentor teams to cultivate an environment where team member capabilities are optimized and expandedRecruit, develop, and inspire future leaders of the firm through mentorship that focuses on understanding the potential and aspirations of the workforceMaintain willingness to give and receive candid feedback in both written and verbal form; Commit to self-development in response to constructive feedback receivedAssist with developing training content on areas of personal expertiseBusiness Development:Participate in relevant industry associations and events to develop and/or maintain industry focus and relationshipsBuild, maintain, and utilize your internal network to address issues timely and add value to client relationships; begin cultivating an external network with the goal of generating new business opportunities for the firmAssist in writing, developing and delivering thought leadership internally and externallyCommunicate effectively with prospects, assess needs, and develop clear and accurate project parameters including scoping descriptions, delivery plans, and budgetsContribute to pursuits through development of proposals and other materialsPosition Qualifications:Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in business, accounting or related disciplineMinimum of 5 years of experience within the financial services industry in audit, internal audit or related internal control positionsExperience leading project based work with milestones and workflow driven by objectives and defined timelinesProficiency in professional writing, spreadsheet, and presentation creation toolsJob relevant certification (e.g. CPA, CIA)Ability to travel to meet client needs and work collaboratively with others in-person and remotelyOpenness to workday flexibility, agility, remote work environment, leveraging new toolsEffective communication skills, both verbally and in writingEffective time management and prioritization skillsEstablished experience in multiple industries (including financial services) or subject-matter expertise in the financial services industryDemonstrated success in high pressure scenariosAt 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 .All applicants will receive consideration for employment as RSM does not tolerate discrimination and/or harassment based on race; color; creed; sincerely held religious beliefs, practices or observances; sex (including pregnancy or disabilities related to nursing); gender; sexual orientation; HIV Status; 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 US uniformed service; US Military/Veteran status; pre-disposing genetic characteristics or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. 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 View phone number on us.fitly.work or send us an email at View email address on us.fitly.work does not intend to hire entry level candidates who will require sponsorship now OR in the future (i.e. F-1 visa holders). If you are a recent U.S. college / university graduate possessing 1-2 years of progressive and relevant work experience in a same or similar role to the one for which you are applying, excluding internships, you may be eligible for hire as an experienced associate.RSM will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records. For those living in California or applying to a position in California, please click here for additional information.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: $101,000 - $203,000Individuals selected for this role will be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance.SummaryLocation: New YorkType: Full time