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Transaction Accounting Director

RSM US LLP · Chicago, Illinois

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Pay$127k to $255k a year
LevelDirector · Accounting
Work modeNot stated
CPA exam supportNot mentioned
CPA licenseEligible or in progress
Experience9 years+
PostedSep 21, 2026
Found by usSep 30, 2026
Last checkedOct 8, 2026

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Manage transaction accounting engagements providing technical accounting and integration support for clients undergoing deals.

A few years in, CPA in progressLicensed CPAWants to grow in public accounting

Worth knowing: Willingness to travel 25% or less of the year.

From the posting

We are the leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally, our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change, empowering our clients and people to realize their full potential. Our exceptional people are the key to our unrivaled, culture and talent experience and our ability to be compelling to our clients. You’ll find an environment that inspires and empowers you to thrive both personally and professionally. There’s no one like you and that’s why there’s nowhere like RSM. RSM is looking for a Director to join our Deals Accounting and Strategic Finance practice with a focus in Transaction Accounting service line. Changing economies, new accounting policies and evolving tax regulations mean that business and professional services firms face an ever-changing business landscape. With more than 80 years of industry expertise, RSM has helped thousands of firms to achieve their business objectives. Our clients include firms in a variety of industries, including financial services, technology, life sciences, and manufacturing to name just a few. Experienced in serving clients with a local, national or international presence, and a number of diverse organizational structures, our professionals can help develop meaningful solutions for your business. Responsibilities: Manage multiple concurrent engagements within the Deals Accounting and Strategic Finance practice to provide technical accounting and financial or business advisory guidance to clients Demonstrate intermediate to advanced knowledge of complex accounting concepts Provide timely, high quality client service that meets or exceeds client expectations including coordinating the development and execution of the consulting work plan and client deliverables Collaborate directly with firm specialists/subject matter experts on complex accounting matters Assist in the preparation of technical memos and other client deliverables Manage Transaction Accounting engagements and the engagement teams Oversee engagement economics and manage appropriate resources for efficient engagement models Support sell‑side readiness by identifying accounting gaps, improving and preparing transaction‑ready financial reporting, enhancing monthly and quarter-end close processes, and addressing complex accounting considerations in advance of exit processes Perform transaction‑related accounting analyses,...

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