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Deals Services - Senior Associate, Strategic Finance and FP&A, Advanced Decision Modeling (Boston/Hybrid)

Salary$85k – $162k
LocationBoston; Vancouver; San Francisco; Los Angeles; Philadelphia; Toronto; New York
Work modehybrid
Typefull-time
SenioritySenior
Experience2–5 yrs
DepartmentAccounting and Finance Consulting
Company size10,000+ people
First seenOct 6, 2026 · 5d ago
Verified live1d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Must have15
2+ years of related experience in a high growth and fast paced setting
Extensive experience performing in-depth company valuations
Building detailed operating and cash flow models
Assessing industry and competitive landscapes
Performing due diligence
Executing both M&A transactions and private / public financings
Advanced financial modeling experience
Client facing experience from consulting, public accounting, private equity, venture capital or investment banking
Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Engineering or a related field
3-5 years of post-bachelor's work experience involving financial analysis
OR Master's degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Engineering or a related field with 3-5 years of related work experience
Prior knowledge working with a formal commercial banking, equity research or valuation practice
Experience building financial analytics models and tools from scratch in MS Excel
Experience with one or more of the following: VBA, MS Access, SQL Server, Data Visualization applications (such as Tableau, Power BI, or Spotfire), and Alteryx
Willingness to travel up to 25% to meet client needs
Nice to have5
Expert at developing and explaining fully integrated 3-Statement financial models in Microsoft Excel
Advanced level of proficiency in modeling Equity, Debt, and hybrid instruments
Proficiency and experience creating board level and management ready presentations in PowerPoint
Advanced level of proficiency developing consolidated, Business Unit, Business Line, and asset-level forecasts
Strong fundamental valuation skills including exceptional understanding of both the income and market approaches
Eligibility1
No sponsorship now or in the future for entry level candidates
Skills
Excel
VBA
MS Access
SQL Server
Tableau
Power BI
Spotfire
Alteryx
PowerPoint
Benefits
Health insurance
401(k)
Discretionary bonus
About the company
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.
About the role
RSMUS is currently seeking a Senior Associate to join our Accounting and Finance Consulting practice within our Strategic Finance and FP&A solution set. We advise clients on strategic planning, financial planning and analysis (FP&A), budgeting, and capital structure optimization throughout various stages of a company’s life cycle via in-depth consulting and financial modeling.
The ideal Senior Associate candidate has 2+ years of related experience in a high growth and fast paced setting and has extensive experience performing in-depth company valuations, building detailed operating and cash flow models, assessing industry and competitive landscapes, performing due diligence, and executing both M&A transactions and private / public financings. The ideal candidate has client facing experience from consulting, public accounting, private equity, venture capital or investment banking. High upside candidates with backgrounds in FP&A will also be considered. Advanced financial modeling experience is required for any candidate to be considered.
Responsibilities:
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Analyze financial information to forecast business expectations  and develop financial analytics solutions for strategic  planning; develop investment values; deal analysis associated with  mergers and acquisitions,  integrations and divestitures
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Interpret data and propose strategies based on future risk trends, market and industry influences, Evaluate current and historical financial data
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Study economic and business trends
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Be current with business and economic issues relevant to the client’s business.
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Utilize  technology and tools to provide innovative high value services
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Consistently deliver quality client services by monitoring progress and demonstrate in-depth technical capabilities and professional knowledge
Qualifications:
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Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Engineering or a related field, plus 3-5 years of post-bachelor’s, work experience involving financial analysis; OR a Master’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Engineering or a related field, plus 3-5 years of related work experience involving financial analysis
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Prior knowledge working with a formal commercial banking, equity research or valuation practice within an investment banking, commercial banking, financial planning and analysis, accounting, or consulting firm, or experience working within an in house-corporate development or FP&A team
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Experience building financial analytics models and tools from scratch in MS Excel and experience with one or more of the following: VBA, MS Access, SQL Server, Data Visualization applications (such as Tableau, Power BI, or Spotfire), and Alteryx
Preferred Qualifications:
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Expert at developing and explaining fully integrated 3-Statement financial models in Microsoft Excel
•
Advanced level of proficiency in modeling Equity, Debt, and hybrid instruments as they relate to a transaction or strategic finance related event
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Proficiency and experience creating board level and management ready presentations in Power Point highlighting key Client deliverables, findings, and solutions
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Advanced level of proficiency developing consolidated, Business Unit, Business Line, and asset-level forecasts using both bottoms-up and top-down approaches
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Strong fundamental valuation skills including exceptional understanding of both the income and market approaches
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Willingness to travel up to 25% to meet client needs
Benefits
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.
Legal
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 will require sponsorship now OR in the future (i.e. F-1 visa holders). If you are a recent U.S. college / university graduate possessing 1-2 years of progressive and relevant work experience in a same or similar role to the one for which you are applying, excluding internships, you may be eligible for hire as an experienced associate.
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: $85,100 - $161,700
Individuals selected for this role will be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance.
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