Director, Process Risk & Controls Consulting

RSM•Houston, TX

18h

About The Position

The Director, Process Risk & Controls Consulting advises financial services clients on process risk and controls, drawing on technical, industry, and risk advisory expertise. The role builds trusted client relationships, incorporates emerging risks and industry trends into service delivery, and maintains responsibility for senior client and external audit relationships, engagement quality, communications, and economics. The Director leads and mentors teams, supports the firm’s culture and talent development, and contributes to practice and firm-wide initiatives. The position also drives business development by building relationships, developing proposals and project plans, contributing thought leadership, and participating in industry events. Travel is required to meet client needs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or master’s degree.
At least 8 years of experience as an internal auditor or controls specialist.
Strong business acumen, including significant experience with internal audit/SOX risk and control assessments in the financial services sector.
Applicable certification, such as CPA or CIA.
Recent successful experience cultivating new business and participating in market-facing activities.
Exceptional interpersonal skills.
Advanced written, verbal, and presentation skills, including the ability to interact with senior management.
Ability to travel to meet client needs.
Demonstrated success in high-pressure scenarios.

Nice To Haves

At least 5 years of experience at a public accounting or professional services firm is preferred.

Responsibilities

Model RSM’s values and contribute to firm-wide initiatives involving recruiting, talent development, technical methodology, engagement economics, and industry leadership.
Lead teams by example, foster trust and innovation, and mentor colleagues.
Support diversity and inclusion by nurturing an environment that values individuality and varied perspectives.
Serve as a trusted advisor to financial services clients, incorporating emerging risks, trends, and concepts into client service.
Understand clients’ cultures and strategies and reflect that understanding in service delivery.
Maintain relationships with C-suite and board-level contacts and external auditors.
Review project deliverables and work performed to ensure quality, consistency, and alignment with engagement objectives and requirements.
Manage engagement economics and adjust account strategy or structure to improve financial performance.
Lead account communications and ensure compliance with client reporting protocols.
Address complicated relationship concerns and use sound judgment in escalating issues or seeking counsel.
Manage, motivate, and mentor teams to expand their capabilities and support colleagues’ career aspirations.
Recruit, develop, and inspire future firm leaders through mentorship and appropriate work assignments.
Give and receive candid feedback and pursue self-development in response to feedback.
Build new connections and leverage existing networks and personal brand to drive firm growth.
Participate in industry associations and events, develop or maintain industry relationships, and contribute to thought leadership and presentations.
Develop client and prospect relationships and communicate effectively to assess needs and define project scope, delivery plans, and budgets.
Collaborate with business developers, marketing, communications, and other internal partners to drive pursuits.