AQRM-SOQM Sr Associate

Chicago; All Locations - US
Full-time
$77,700 - $128,200
Posted Nov 11, 2026

Skills

Leadership
Recruiting

Job description

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.

The Office of Risk Management (ORM) supports the implementation of programs, policies, and practices to manage the risk of RSM US LLP. Audit Quality & Risk Management (AQRM) within ORM, is responsible for monitoring the firm’s audit practice by executing such activities as the internal inspection program, PCAOB inspection, monitoring of the firm’s system of quality management (SOQM), as well as other monitoring projects. The AQRM-SOQM Senior Associate works with the AQRM-SOQM Lead Manager to coordinate the design and implementation testing and operating effectiveness testing, as well as perform direct testing of select controls. The AQRM-SOQM Senior Associate works closely with the Quality Management team in the National Professional Standards Group, as well as control owners in various departments across the firm.

Essential Duties

•Serves as the point of contact for RSM India individuals and rotators assigned to system of quality management testing. Acts as a liaison with control owners and completes an initial review of any work performed by RSM India

•Performs walkthroughs, design and implementation testing, operating effectiveness testing, identification of exceptions, potential findings and deficiencies as well as timely and accurate communication of results.

•Assists the AQRM-SOQM Lead Manager with monitoring of the firm’s system of quality management and development of project timelines. Communicates project status and achievement of key milestones.

•Perform remediation testing.

•Assist with the development of innovation testing techniques and proactive monitoring development.

•Assist with report development and presentation materials for AQRM Leadership, the Quality Management Risk Committee (including the National Assurance Leader and Chief Risk Officer), and the Chief Executive Officer.

•Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

•Bachelor’s degree (required)

•Master’s degree (preferred)

Technical/Soft Skills

•Working knowledge of the system of quality management standards (preferred)

•Strong oral and written communications skills (required)

•Strong social and interpersonal skills and ability to adapt quickly to change

•Ability to communicate information clearly and concisely, verbally and orally to diverse audiences across the firm (required)

•Ability to develop and maintain applicable professional and internal contacts, resources and networks (required)

•Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion with respect to internal information (required)

•Exhibit high attention to detail and strong proofreading skills (required)

Experience

•3 years’ relevant experience (required)

•Controls testing experience (required)

Leadership Skills

•Able to adapt quickly to changes in the firm and regulatory environment (required)

•Ability to respond positively to changing circumstances, seek and implement change to drive business improvement (preferred)

•Ability to work independently and collaboratively (required)

•Proactive in requesting feedback (required)

•Ability to supervise, direct, and review RSM USI and team members, as needed (required)

Travel

•There may be some travel (5%)

At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people. Learn more about our total rewards at https://rsmus.com/careers/working-at-rsm/benefits .

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 800-274-3978 or send us an email at careers rsmus.com .

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.

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: $77,700 - $128,200

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