Financial and Accounting Outsourcing Intern - Summer 2027

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Chicago, IL, USA
In-Office
34-40 Hourly
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Legal Tech • Other • Professional Services • Real Estate • Business Intelligence • Consulting • Financial Services
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The Role
Supports client finance and accounting functions, including accounts payable and receivable, month-end reconciliations, P&L reviews, financial reporting, and analysis. Assists with ERP and accounting technology implementations by documenting processes and configuring systems. Communicates with clients and internal teams, manages multiple responsibilities, and recommends operational improvements.
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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.

FaaS Interns support the finance and accounting functions middle market companies in various industries. Interns work directly with clients to support all areas of finance and accounting, particularly in the areas of bill pay, billing, month-end close and financial reporting. FaaS Interns also help client management review and analyze periodic financials to understand and explain fluctuations in clients’ businesses. Through this, FaaS Interns develop a deep understanding of our clients’ industries and how the finance and accounting functions work within their businesses. FaaS Interns also participate in and support FaaS technology implementations for ERP, accounts payable, time and expense, and month-end close systems.

RSM’s FaaS practice prides itself on the processes and technologies they have built to remain efficient, scalable and to produce high quality deliverables. As an FaaS Intern, you will learn the “best” way to design and support client finance and accounting functions, which is the core understanding required to become a valuable consultant.

Responsibilities:
This is a hands-on position that requires extensive communication and coordination across multiple parties. Duties performed on behalf of clients include:

  • Manage Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions
  • Perform month-end reconciliations of all balance sheet accounts
  • Perform P&L review over client operations
  • Support FAO technology implementations by documenting future processes and assisting with system configuration
  • Provide recommendations on how to improve client and RSM operations

Qualifications 

  • Required to be working towards a Bachelor’s in accounting and/or finance
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills are a must.
  • Ability to balance multiple responsibilities simultaneously plus excellent analytical and decision making skills. 
  • Proficiency utilizing Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
  • Strong organizational skills along with the ability to meet deadlines.
  • Ability to adapt to change effectively.  
  • Experience with automated accounting systems (preferred)

At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people. We offer flexibility in your schedule, empowering you to balance life’s demands, while also maintaining your ability to serve clients. Learn more about our total rewards at https://rsmus.com/careers/working-at-rsm/benefits.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment as RSM does not tolerate discrimination and/or harassment based on race; color; creed; sincerely held religious beliefs, practices or observances; sex (including pregnancy or disabilities related to nursing); gender; sexual orientation; HIV Status; national origin; ancestry; familial or marital status; age; physical or mental disability; citizenship; political affiliation; medical condition (including family and medical leave); domestic violence victim status; past, current or prospective service in the US uniformed service; US Military/Veteran status; pre-disposing genetic characteristics or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. 

Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process and/or employment/partnership. RSM is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or otherwise participate in the recruiting process, please call us at 800-274-3978 or send us an email at [email protected].

RSM does not intend to hire entry-level candidates who require sponsorship now or in the future. This includes individuals who will one day request or require RSM to file or complete immigration-related forms or prepare letters on their behalf in order for them to obtain or continue their work authorization.

RSM will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records. For those living in California or applying to a position in California, please click here for additional information.

At RSM, an employee’s pay at any point in their career is intended to reflect their experiences, performance, and skills for their current role. The salary range (or starting rate for interns and associates) for this role represents numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, education, skills, work experience, certifications, location, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.

Compensation Range: $34 - $40 per hour

Skills Required

  • Currently working toward a bachelor's degree in accounting and/or finance
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Ability to balance multiple responsibilities simultaneously
  • Strong analytical and decision-making skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines
  • Ability to adapt effectively to change
  • Experience with automated accounting systems

RSM US LLP Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about RSM US LLP and has not been reviewed or approved by RSM US LLP.

  • Parental & Family Support — Parental leave, caregiver leave, and family‑building assistance are standout strengths, including 12 weeks fully paid parental leave, six weeks paid family caregiver leave, up to $50,000 in fertility coverage, and up to $20,000 per child for adoption or surrogacy, plus backup care resources. These benefits create a family‑forward package that stands out within the firm’s total rewards.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time‑off options are broad, with self‑managed PTO for associates and above, at least 14 paid holidays, and firm‑wide wellbeing days alongside hybrid work flexibility. This breadth is consistently presented as a strong component of the overall offering.
  • Healthcare Strength — Medical coverage includes multiple plan designs (two HDHPs and a PPO), telehealth access, and a mental‑health platform offering up to eight free 1:1 sessions per year. Health benefits are characterized as solid to strong for the industry.

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RSM is the leading provider of audit, tax and consulting services to the middle market. With over 11,000 employees across the U.S. and Canada and a global presence in 120 countries, our purpose is to deliver the power of being understood to our clients, colleagues and communities. As first-choice advisors, we are focused on developing leading professionals and innovative services to meet our clients’ evolving needs in today’s ever-changing business environment. Through a supportive, caring culture, our people are empowered to be their authentic selves and share their unique perspectives. Our culture of diversity and inclusion enhances the insights we provide while transforming innovation, collaboration and business results through fostering an inclusive environment, working hard to engage a talented workforce and reflect our diverse community, and developing relationships that serve others in business and the broader community. Together, our people’s individual talents and diverse perspectives strengthen our teams and enhances the unique insights that we provide to our clients. Through a supportive, caring culture, our people are empowered to be their authentic selves and share their unique perspectives. Our culture of diversity and inclusion enhances the insights we provide while transforming innovation, collaboration and business results through fostering an inclusive environment, working hard to engage a talented workforce and reflect our diverse community, and developing relationships that serve others in business and the broader community. Together, our people’s individual talents and diverse perspectives strengthen our teams and enhances the unique insights that we provide to our clients. For more information, visit rsmus.com.

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