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Director - Financial Due Diligence

RSM US

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Base salary $151,200  to $304,200

Employer-published annual base salary, USD. Advertised base range in San Francisco, CA +1 more

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  • LocationSan Francisco, CA +1 more
  • WorkplaceWorkplace not stated
  • Status at last checkSource accepting applications when checked
  • Last checked (1 h ago) · observed since
All places named
  • San Francisco, CA
  • Austin, TX

About this job

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 an experienced Director to join our Financial Due Diligence team within our Deal Services (DS) practice. In this dynamic role, you will work with our nationally award-winning Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) Advisory practice servicing both corporate and private equity clients. Our wholistic M&A group services include assisting our clients with readiness and diligence services pre-close all the way through transaction integration and execution. Our Deal Services team is comprised of seasoned, expert, nationally acclaimed and knowledgeable professionals providing buy-side and sell-side financial, technology, and operational diligence services and advice.

Responsibilities:

  • Directors will lead and manage multiple challenging financial due diligence engagements and participate in transactions related to the acquisitions and divestitures by private equity investor groups and strategic corporate buyers and sellers. 

  • Develop and deliver quality planning approaches with timely and responsive services and work products that meet and/or exceed client expectations. 

  • Utilize proven business development skills to build upon transaction advisory services work. 

  • Identify business opportunities and enhance go-to-market strategies. 

  • Lead teams to generate a vision, establish direction and motivate members, create an atmosphere of trust, leverage diverse views, and coach staff. 


Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • 9+ years of experience.


Preferred Qualifications

  • Successful track record of building and growing a Transaction Advisory Service Practice.

At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people. Learn more about our total rewards at https://rsmus.com/careers/working-at-rsm/benefits.


We believe flexibility and in-person connection both play an important role in how we work and grow. Most roles at RSM follow a hybrid workstyle, which means team members are aligned to an RSM office and come together in person when it best supports clients, teams, development or relationship-building. Some roles may be virtual or primarily on-site based on role requirements, team priorities and client needs.


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: $151,200 - $304,200

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

Source: RSM US on Workday · View original posting (opens in new tab)

Pay in context

This role's base floor ($151,200) is above 51% of the 867 Finance & Accounting roles in California listed on this site. Their median floor is $150,000; the middle half runs from $121,750 to $185,000.

Only jobs on this site count, and each one publishes a base salary of $100,000 or more, so this compares six-figure jobs with each other, not with the whole market. Computed Nov 7, 2026.

This range next to 6 other live RSM US roles with the nearest advertised base floor
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This range next to 6 other live RSM US roles with the nearest advertised base floor
RolePublished base
Director - Financial Due Diligence (this listing)$151,200 - $304,200
Senior Manager - SALT Transaction Tax Automation (TTA)$149,800 - $301,400
Tax Senior Manager - Compensation & Benefits - Retirement Plans$149,800 - $301,400
Director - Integration & Separation$151,200 - $304,200
Director - Deal Analytics$151,200 - $304,200
Director - Financial Due Diligence$151,200 - $304,200
Director - Financial Due Diligence - TMT$151,200 - $304,200

Same $100K to $400K scale as every card. All RSM US roles · How to read the bar

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Employer-stated posting date
2026-10-20
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Location as the employer wrote it: San Francisco • Austin

Compensation Range: $151,200 - $304,200

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