Process Risk and Controls Consulting Associate - Summer 2027

About the role

RSM’s Risk Consulting Group provides value‑added risk assessment services to a diverse client base. As a Risk Consulting and Controls Consulting Associate you will work with businesses of various sizes across multiple industries, gaining hands‑on client experience and direct access to clients at different management levels. You will be assigned a “Performance Advisor” at the start of your full‑time position to help establish your career goals. Projects may include internal audits, SOX/compliance work, and financial reporting control engagements aimed at delivering timely operational insights and risk‑mitigation strategies.

Responsibilities

• Sit in on client meetings and support the execution of consulting projects.
• Prepare and deliver reports on consulting services performed, discussing results and recommendations with clients.
• Travel to client locations as requested to provide consulting services.
• Complete client projects efficiently, adhering to project timelines and critical dates.
• Leverage proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint to analyze client information and document results and recommendations.
• Attend conferences, trainings, and meetings to continue professional development relevant to the role.

Requirements

• Pursuing at least a B.A. / B.S. degree or equivalent from an accredited university.
• Major in Accounting (preferred), Finance, Data & Analytics.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA preferred.
• Travel to assigned client locations may be required; must have reliable transportation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Strong multitasking and project‑management abilities.
• Ability to work effectively as a member of a team.
• High degree of integrity and professionalism.
• Certification or working towards certification as a CPA (preferred but not required).

Benefits

RSM offers a competitive benefits and compensation package, including flexibility in your schedule to help balance personal and professional demands. Learn more about total rewards at RSM Benefits.

Pay

Compensation Range: $74,800 – $89,250