Audit Partner

RSM Canada has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Audit Partner to join our Technology, Media and Telecommunications (TMT) practice in Kitchener/Waterloo. Our TMT practice serves public and private clients, including growth oriented, private equity and venture backed technology companies. You will work with TMT companies that operate in a fast-paced, unique environment, where the challenges faced can be as varied and complex as the products developed. Segments served include enterprise software, software as a service, e-commerce, electronics and hardware manufacturers, semiconductors, social media, digital media, mobile technology, telecommunications, and more.

**Responsibilities**:

- Serve as TMT engagement leader and/or client service coordinator managing the auditing of all required financial statements, related disclosures, and other client deliverables
- Manage multiple engagements, oversee engagement status and ensure maintenance of milestones of all projects
- Identify technical accounting matters early and assess impact on financial statements; coordinate with firm specialists as needed
- Review work product and communicate audit status to clients periodically and assess resources needed for project completion
- Maintain contact with clients throughout the year to develop deeper relationships to better understand client’s goals and strategies
- Manage profitability of projects, evaluate strategy for growth of the Firm
- Assess risk along with design and communicate audit procedures to engagement teams
- Understand RSM’s lines of businesses, availability of services and where applicable, discuss with client opportunities to make valuable introductions to others in the firm
- Develop a strategy to utilize relationships external to the firm with different types of Centers of Influence to effectuate business growth
- Provide insightful business advice and present oneself as a trusted business advisor
- Understand skillsets and capabilities of team members and monitor and review work product that they prepare and report on performance while articulating coaching notes throughout the process
- Develop others within the Firm through facilitating levels based or industry training, advising on career development or participating in other Firm initiatives
- Anticipate and address client concerns and escalate issues as they arise
- Ensure professional development through ongoing education

**Required Qualifications**:

- BS/BA Degree in Accounting or equivalent degree
- CPA Certification
- 10+ years of current or recent experience in a public accounting environment
- 5+ years' experience auditing technology, media or telecommunication companies and related organizations
- A proven record of building profitable, sustainable client relationships
- A successful record of directing and deploying team members on multiple simultaneous engagements
- Understanding of audit services with knowledge of GAAP, GAAS and FASB regulations

**In accordance with applicable law and RSM policy, prospective hires will be required to demonstrate that they have been fully vaccinated for COVID-19. If not vaccinated for COVID-19 they must qualify for an accommodation to this vaccination requirement or participate in testing.**

You 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.

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