Capital Markets Accounting Advisory Director

About us

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.

Job Responsibilities

• Leads multiple concurrent accounting advisory engagements related to capital markets transactions, complex business combinations, and transaction events.
• Applies advanced knowledge of U.S. GAAP, IFRS, and complex accounting concepts to advise clients on transaction related accounting and reporting considerations.
• Oversees preparation and review of technical accounting analyses, position papers, and client deliverables.
• Manages engagement economics, staffing models, and resource deployment to ensure efficient and high quality delivery.
• Anticipates client needs, addresses complex issues, and identifies opportunities to enhance client value and service delivery.
• Collaborates with audit, tax, deal, and other advisory teams to provide integrated support across the deal lifecycle.
• Develops and mentors managers and senior team members while supporting practice growth and client relationship development.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent.
• 9+ years of experience.
• Advanced knowledge of U.S. GAAP, IFRS, and accounting standards.
• Demonstrated experience leading multiple complex engagements and managing teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA or equivalent certification.
• Experience supporting capital markets transactions, complex accounting consultations, or audit readiness initiatives.
• Proven ability to build and sustain client relationships.

Additional Role Expectations

• Travel: Up to 25%, depending on client needs.
• Pickup Periods: Increased workload during transaction execution periods.
• Licensure Progress: Active maintenance of required licensure.
• Scheduling: Flexibility to meet client and engagement demands.

Benefits

At 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 https://rsmus.com/careers/working-at-rsm/benefits.

Contact Information

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 careers@rsmus.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer

RSM 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.

Salary Range

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

Compensation Range: $126,500 - $254,700

Discretionary Bonus

Individuals selected for this role will be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance.