External Audit Manager - Tech/Media/Entertainment

Company: RSM
Location: Los Angeles
Posted on: October 19, 2020

Job Description:

RSM is looking for a motivated Audit Manager to join our National Technology/Media Practice within our Los Angeles, CA office. Our National Practice serves public and private clients, including growth oriented, private equity and venture backed technology companies. Being a part of the National practice will allow you to obtain exposure to the various types of entities within the industry including but not limited to on premise software, Software-as-a-Service, IT services, digital media, data hosting and analytics. Common accounting areas encountered include software revenue and multiple element revenue recognition arrangements, collaboration and licensing arrangements, principal vs agent considerations, software development costs, complex debt and equity transactions such as warrant accounting, stock based compensation arrangements and business combination accounting.

Responsibilities:

Provide timely, high quality client service that meets or exceeds client expectations including coordinating the auditing of all required financial statements, related disclosures, and other client deliverables

Assess risk along with design and communicate audit procedures to engagement teams

Understand and utilize RSMs Audit Methodology

Manage multiple engagement teams and prepare end-of-engagement evaluations for staff

Understand skillsets and capabilities of Senior Associates and Supervisors and monitor and review work product that they prepare and report on performance while articulating coaching notes throughout the process

Identify technical accounting matters early and assess impact on financial statements; coordinate with firm specialists as needed

Supervise Audit Seniors and Supervisors on engagement teams and function as an in-charge facilitating field work by monitoring and reporting regarding productivity and adherence to work plan schedules on each assignment

Maintain contact with clients throughout the year to understand impact of significant developments in clients business and assess impact on current year audit engagements

Develop others within the Firm through facilitating levels based or industry training, advising on career development or participating in other Firm initiatives

Subscribe to and actively read industry publications and share relevant information with clients as considered applicable

Anticipate and address client concerns and escalate issues as they arise

Understand RSMs lines of businesses, availability of services and where applicable, discuss with client management of 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

Manage profitability of projects

Ensure professional development through ongoing education

Keep abreast of latest developments as they affect GAAP and the Firms standards and policies

Willingness to travel 25% of the year, depending on your clients

Required Qualifications:

BS/BA Degree in Accounting or equivalent degree

CPA or CA Certification

5+ years of current or recent experience in a public accounting environment

Experience leading teams and mentoring associates

Understanding of audit services with knowledge of GAAP, GAAS and FASB regulations

A proven record of building profitable, sustainable client relationships

Minimum of 4 years of team lead or in-charge experience overseeing staff on multiple engagements

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous experience auditing technology, media and entertainment companies and related organizations

Previous experience auditing SEC clients

A successful record of directing and deploying staff and senior associates on multiple, simultaneous engagement

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.

Experience RSM US. Experience the power of being understood.

RSM is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans.

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