Risk Consulting Manager – Financial Services

RSM US LLP

. Model RSM’s core values in interactions with clients and team members .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeNew York City • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $101,000 - $203,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial services audit and internal control, with strong capabilities in project management, client relationship management, and team leadership. Proficient in developing innovative solutions and delivering thought leadership while managing multiple projects and client engagements.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Financial Services Industry ExpertiseProject ManagementClient Relationship ManagementAudit Planning and Risk AssessmentJob Relevant Certification (e.g. CPA, CIA)

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Hard Skills

AuditInternal ControlProject ManagementFinancial AnalysisProcess ImprovementRisk AssessmentProfessional WritingSpreadsheet ToolsPresentation CreationEngagement Economics

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationTime ManagementCollaborationMentoringAdaptability

Certifications & Qualifications

CPACIA

Industry Keywords

Financial ServicesDiversity and InclusionThought LeadershipStakeholder EngagementC-Suite Interaction

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Model RSM’s core values in interactions with clients and team members
Collaborate across levels and disciplines to develop and deliver innovative client solutions
Adapt to shifting needs, demands, technology solutions, and process changes
Support diversity and inclusion goals
Leverage industry trends and business acumen to address complex challenges and propose solutions
Share relevant financial services industry thought leadership with clients
Own management-level relationships and interact with C-suite groups
Drive collaboration with external stakeholders
Lead risk assessment management interviews and develop internal audit plans
Review process narratives, flowcharts, risks, control gaps, remediation recommendations, and process improvements
Lead formal client closing meetings to share and confirm deliverables
Manage engagement economics, billing, monitoring, and collections
Manage multiple clients, projects, and teams simultaneously and oversee a book of business
Manage, motivate, and mentor teams
Recruit, develop, and inspire future firm leaders
Give and receive candid feedback and pursue self-development
Assist with developing training content
Participate in industry associations and events
Build and utilize internal and external networks to develop business opportunities
Develop and deliver thought leadership
Communicate with prospects, assess needs, and develop project scopes, delivery plans, and budgets
Contribute to proposals and pursuit materials

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in business, accounting or related discipline
Minimum of 5 years of experience within the financial services industry in audit, internal audit or related internal control positions
Experience leading project based work with milestones and workflow driven by objectives and defined timelines
Proficiency in professional writing, spreadsheet, and presentation creation tools
Job relevant certification (e.g. CPA, CIA)
Ability to travel to meet client needs and work collaboratively with others in-person and remotely
Openness to workday flexibility, agility, remote work environment, leveraging new tools
Effective communication skills, both verbally and in writing
Effective time management and prioritization skills
Established experience in multiple industries (including financial services) or subject-matter expertise in the financial services industry
Demonstrated success in high pressure scenarios
Must not require sponsorship now or in the future for entry-level hiring; F-1 visa holders are excluded from entry-level sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

Career development and mentorship opportunities
Diverse and inclusive culture
Flexible schedule
Flexibility to balance life’s demands while serving clients
Discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance
Reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities