Assistant Manager

Join RSM Melbourne in our Business Advisory division as an Assistant Manager where you will manage and develop a team of graduates and junior accountants as you manage a range of clients in business advisory matters. In this role you will be expected to analyse financial information and prepare financial reports to determine or maintain record of assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liability, or other financial activities for the Firm’s clients. In addition to these responsibilities, you will support a team of juniors and be instrumental in their development as accountants. At RSM, we operate on a hybrid working model that offers flexible working that incorporates working from home (WFH) for all staff. 

Key Responsibilities:

Review work papers and ensure appropriate evidence is documented;

Applies knowledge of the business environment within which the client is operating and how the client is positioned in the industry;

Shares knowledge, best practices and industry market trends to actively increase the overall knowledge of the team;

Communicates with manager and partners on work flow and matters relating to staff performance;

Reviews work of junior team members;

Ensure processing of information into the Firms systems has been properly recorded;

Prepare financial statements in accordance with all current, legal and accounting reporting standards;

Identifies, research and resolve all complex accounting issues;

Analyses management accounting reports and provides advice to clients;

Reviews income tax returns for individuals, companies, super funds, partnerships and trusts; and

Delivers complex tax planning for clients.

Education Requirements:

Essential

Business / Commerce degree with Accounting Major

Completed CA or equivalent

Demonstrated Experience & Attributes

Essential

4-5 years’ experience in Professional Services 

Strong Communication Skills

Strong attention to detail

Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team

Committed to continuing professional development

Desirable

Previous experience managing a team

Life at RSM:

RSM provides a great environment to build skills and confidence and we help our people achieve their best. We are trusted advisors to our clients, so it is critical for us to find the right people for the job on offer. Our network of offices across Australia and around the world allow us to offer a personal service to all our clients regardless of where they are!

Working for RSM entitles everyone to a wide range of leading health, wellness financial and lifestyle benefits.