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Innovation Blockchain Sr Associate

RSM US LLP, Austin, TX, United States


Blockchain Senior Associate ESSENTIAL DUTIES 1. Blockchain Development

Partner with individuals or teams to design and develop blockchain and digital asset solutions

Drive the execution of the blockchain and digital asset engagements and analyze findings

Identify resources & necessary technology

Work with vendor concierge to bring in new vendor technology

Default toward action even when not in scope of responsibility, control or influence

Drive deployment and testing, evaluate performance, detect anomalies and implement enhancements to blockchain solutions

Partner with team to present findings to appropriate leaders

Agility and adaptability to change approaches and priorities while still being able to deliver tangible results

Face problems that are difficult, moderately complex, or undefined and determine a path forward

Create innovative ways to convey complex or ambiguous information or ideas

Facilitating the development of solutions to problems, improve processes, systems, or products to enhance outcomes

2. Support line of business teams in client engagements

Support development and execution of blockchain and digital asset strategy and vision

Facilitate development of proposal with line of business owners

Assist in developing public chain, side chain, private chain, smart contracts and other logic to establish supply layer of cloud service delivery system

Share successful engagements across the enterprise to determine other potential use cases

3. Engage in blockchain and digital education for the firm Lead internal education sessions, share knowledge, and create educational materials related to blockchain and digital assets.

4. Other duties as assigned Perform additional responsibilities as required by leadership or business needs.

EDUCATION / CERTIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree (preferred)

CPA Designation

TECHNICAL / SOFT SKILLS

Ability to thrive in an ambiguous environment

General business knowledge

Knowledge of blockchain, digital asset and cryptocurrency technologies

Understanding of the RSM Tax, Audit and/or Consulting lines of business (preferred)

Be able to balance multiple competing priorities

Big picture thinker

Not afraid to fail

Work on ambiguous efforts with minimal direction

Project Management Skills (preferred)

Understand data concepts (flow, security, architecture, etc. (preferred)

EXPERIENCE

3-5 Years of experience in emerging technologies (preferred)

LEADERSHIP SKILLS

Ability to confidently connect at all levels in the organization using diplomatic communication, influence and negotiation skills

Collaborate, adhere, challenge standards (preferred)

BENEFITS & COMPENSATION We offer a competitive benefits and compensation package and flexibility in your schedule.

Compensation Range: $95,400 - $163,900 per year.

Individuals selected for this role will be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance.

EEO STATEMENT 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 800-274-3978 or send an email to careers@rsmus.com.

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, additional information is available.

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