Senior Associate, AQRM-SOQM

RSM US LLP

. Serve as point of contact for RSM India individuals and rotators assigned to system of quality management testing .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • United StatesSenior💰 $77,700 - $128,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in quality management testing, including controls testing and effective communication with diverse stakeholders. Proven ability to develop project timelines, innovate testing techniques, and maintain confidentiality while collaborating with teams across the firm.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Controls Testing ExperienceQuality Management Standards KnowledgeStrong Oral And Written Communication SkillsAttention To Detail3+ Years Relevant Experience

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Hard Skills

Quality Management TestingControls TestingDesign And Implementation TestingOperating Effectiveness TestingRemediation TestingReport DevelopmentProject Timeline DevelopmentInnovation Testing TechniquesProactive Monitoring

Soft Skills

Strong Social SkillsInterpersonal SkillsAbility To Adapt Quickly To ChangeAbility To Work Independently And CollaborativelyHigh Attention To Detail

Industry Keywords

Quality ManagementProfessional Standards GroupConfidentialityRegulatory EnvironmentProject Status Communication

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as point of contact for RSM India individuals and rotators assigned to system of quality management testing
Act as liaison with control owners and complete initial review of work performed by RSM India
Perform walkthroughs, design and implementation testing, operating effectiveness testing, and remediation testing
Identify exceptions, potential findings, and deficiencies and communicate results accurately and timely
Assist with monitoring the firm’s system of quality management and developing project timelines
Communicate project status and achievement of key milestones
Assist with developing innovation testing techniques and proactive monitoring
Assist with report development and presentation materials for AQRM Leadership, the Quality Management Risk Committee, and the Chief Executive Officer
Collaborate with the Quality Management team in the National Professional Standards Group and control owners across the firm
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree (required)
Master’s degree (preferred)
Strong oral and written communications skills
Strong social and interpersonal skills and ability to adapt quickly to change
Ability to communicate information clearly and concisely to diverse audiences across the firm
Ability to develop and maintain applicable professional and internal contacts, resources and networks
Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion with respect to internal information
High attention to detail and strong proofreading skills
3+ years’ relevant experience
Controls testing experience
Ability to adapt quickly to changes in the firm and regulatory environment
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Proactive in requesting feedback
Ability to supervise, direct, and review RSM USI and team members, as needed
Working knowledge of system of quality management standards (preferred)
May require approximately 5% travel
RSM does not intend to hire entry level candidates who require sponsorship now or in the future

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive benefits and compensation package
Hybrid workstyle with in-person connection and office alignment
Discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance
Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities