Financial Accounting Advisory Manager

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.RSM is looking for a Manager to join our Accounting and Finance Consulting practice with a focus on SEC Reporting Services. This position will lead and support public-company clients through recurring SEC reporting and financial reporting requirements, with a focus on delivering an efficient and scalable SEC reporting service model.The Manager will lead multiple engagements, work directly with client management and external auditors, and oversee the preparation and review of periodic SEC filings. The role requires a combination of technical SEC reporting knowledge, hands-on execution, project management, and client-service skills.ResponsibilitiesManage multiple concurrent SEC reporting service engagements, including quarterly and annual reporting cycles.Lead the preparation and review of Forms 10-Q and 10-K, financial statements, footnote disclosures, and supporting schedules.Coordinate reporting calendars, client deliverables, review cycles, open-item tracking, and filing deadlines.Review client-provided schedules and supporting documentation for completeness, accuracy, and consistency with the financial statements.Perform and oversee financial statement tie-outs, disclosure checklist completion, roll-forwards, and supporting-workpaper preparation.Work directly with client accounting and finance teams to resolve reporting issues and obtain required information.Coordinate with external auditors and internal accounting specialists to address review comments and complex accounting matters.Supervise and develop seniors and associates, including assigning work, reviewing deliverables, and providing timely feedback.Monitor engagement economics, staffing, and resource needs across concurrent engagements.Identify opportunities to improve the client’s SEC reporting processes, documentation, controls, and overall reporting readiness.Develop a strong understanding of each client's business, reporting processes, and underlying accounting to effectively manage recurring reporting requirements and proactively identify potential reporting issues.Required qualificationsBachelor’s degree in accounting or an equivalent field.Five or more years of current or recent experience in public accounting, SEC reporting, external financial reporting, or technical accounting.Hands-on experience preparing or reviewing Forms 10-K and 10-Q and related financial statement disclosures.Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements.Demonstrated ability to manage multiple reporting deadlines and concurrent client engagements.Strong project-management, written, verbal, and client-service skills.Experience supervising and reviewing the work of engagement team members.Preferred qualificationsCPA or equivalent certification.Experience supporting SEC registrants through a recurring service or outsourced reporting model.Experience with financial reporting and disclosure-management platforms.At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people. Learn more about our total rewards at .We believe flexibility and in-person connection both play an important role in how we work and grow. Most roles at RSM follow a hybrid workstyle, which means team members are aligned to an RSM office and come together in person when it best supports clients, teams, development or relationship-building. Some roles may be virtual or primarily on-site based on role requirements, team priorities and client needs.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 click.appcast.io or send us an email at View email address on click.appcast.io 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: $88,900 - $168,300Individuals selected for this role will be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance.SummaryLocation: Houston; Chicago; San Francisco; Dallas; Denver Downtown; Tampa; New York; BostonType: Full time