Environmental, social and governance

RSM embraces leading ESG practices

We strive to be the middle market leader in sustainable business practices that drive positive futures for our clients, colleagues, communities and firm.  Our ESG approach incorporates measurement and leading practices in environmental, social and governance.

Environmental

At RSM, we are committed to enhancing the wellbeing of current and future generations, and we demonstrate that commitment by driving positive environmental practices within our firm and with our clients, colleagues and communities.

Social

RSM builds tomorrow’s middle market leaders through programs that create a sustainable impact for our colleagues and the communities in which we operate.
RSM US Foundation

Building tomorrow’s middle market leaders

The mission of the RSM US Foundation, a tax-exempt public charity, is to build tomorrow's middle market leaders by enhancing educational outcomes through programs that provide individuals with career paths to become entrepreneurs or middle market business leaders, and/or that serve youth in the areas of hunger, housing or health.

RSM Talent experience

Helping people build rewarding careers

Our firm is focused on driving an unrivaled inclusive culture and talent experience. We do this by:

  • Promoting a transparent, caring and authentic environment that fosters meaningful connections
  • Empowering our people to personalize their leadership, advisory and specialized skill development opportunities
  • Being an equitable and inclusive firm where diverse talent excels
Culture, diversity & inclusion

Fostering a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion

We are committed to being an equitable and inclusive firm where diverse talent excels. Our strategy focuses on our workforce, workplace, marketplace and community to foster diversity, build inclusive practices and create a feeling of belonging.

Employee network groups

Creating spaces for belonging, support and courageous conversations

Since 2014, RSM has supported employee network groups (ENGs) that provide opportunities for volunteerism, professional development, mentorship and networking for everyone at our firm. Our 12 network groups bring together people with diverse experiences and similar interests.

Power of Love

Providing support for our local communities

The Power of Love combines RSM’s two flagship stewardship programs—Birdies Fore Love and Volunteer Day—under one banner. Through these programs, we provide millions of dollars of support and donate thousands of hours of time to charitable organizations in communities across Canada and the United States where our people live and work.

Pursue Your Passion

Helping employees achieve their dreams

We want our people to be successful at work and in their personal lives. Our Pursue Your Passion program funds the personal passions of nine employees each year. From writing books to starting charitable organizations to climbing mountains, any employee can apply to receive $10,000 and nine additional paid days off from work to pursue a dream that they might otherwise be unable to achieve.

Middle Market Collaborative

Supporting middle market businesses in advancing diversity, equity and inclusion

The RSM Middle Market Collaborative for Understanding brings together middle market business leaders to discuss diversity, equity and inclusion opportunities and challenges facing their businesses. Through candid conversations and sharing of leading practices, member organizations enhance awareness of inclusion-related topics and issues, with the goal of enhancing inclusiveness within their organizations, their industries and the world at large.

Higher education

Advancing education through scholarships for college and university students

The RSM US Foundation supports higher education through direct grants to colleges and universities and scholarships for students pursuing degrees in accounting, business or technology.

Social

RSM builds tomorrow’s middle market leaders through programs that create a sustainable impact for our colleagues and the communities in which we operate.

Building tomorrow’s middle market leaders

The mission of the RSM US Foundation, a tax-exempt public charity, is to build tomorrow's middle market leaders by enhancing educational outcomes through programs that provide individuals with career paths to become entrepreneurs or middle market business leaders, and/or that serve youth in the areas of hunger, housing or health.

Helping people build rewarding careers

Our firm is focused on driving an unrivaled inclusive culture and talent experience. We do this by:

  • Promoting a transparent, caring and authentic environment that fosters meaningful connections
  • Empowering our people to personalize their leadership, advisory and specialized skill development opportunities
  • Being an equitable and inclusive firm where diverse talent excels

Fostering a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion

We are committed to being an equitable and inclusive firm where diverse talent excels. Our strategy focuses on our workforce, workplace, marketplace and community to foster diversity, build inclusive practices and create a feeling of belonging.

Creating spaces for belonging, support and courageous conversations

Since 2014, RSM has supported employee network groups (ENGs) that provide opportunities for volunteerism, professional development, mentorship and networking for everyone at our firm. Our 12 network groups bring together people with diverse experiences and similar interests.

Providing support for our local communities

The Power of Love combines RSM’s two flagship stewardship programs—Birdies Fore Love and Volunteer Day—under one banner. Through these programs, we provide millions of dollars of support and donate thousands of hours of time to charitable organizations in communities across Canada and the United States where our people live and work.

Helping employees achieve their dreams

We want our people to be successful at work and in their personal lives. Our Pursue Your Passion program funds the personal passions of nine employees each year. From writing books to starting charitable organizations to climbing mountains, any employee can apply to receive $10,000 and nine additional paid days off from work to pursue a dream that they might otherwise be unable to achieve.

Supporting middle market businesses in advancing diversity, equity and inclusion

The RSM Middle Market Collaborative for Understanding brings together middle market business leaders to discuss diversity, equity and inclusion opportunities and challenges facing their businesses. Through candid conversations and sharing of leading practices, member organizations enhance awareness of inclusion-related topics and issues, with the goal of enhancing inclusiveness within their organizations, their industries and the world at large.

Advancing education through scholarships for college and university students

The RSM US Foundation supports higher education through direct grants to colleges and universities and scholarships for students pursuing degrees in accounting, business or technology.

Governance

RSM employs strong governance to ensure the sustainability of our business and transparency with our stakeholders.

Culture, diversity and inclusion

Thousands of personalities make up RSM. Every member of our team brings unique insights and a passion for the middle market clients we serve. Our inclusive workplace celebrates differences, while enabling our people to take ownership of their work and personal lives.

Careers

At RSM, we believe in the value of every person. Our culture embodies inclusiveness and understanding, empowering our people to be themselves. Together, our individual talents and diverse perspectives enhance the unique insights we provide to clients.

Annual report

Our 2021 annual report shares insights into how we collaborated with our clients and our people to navigate a challenging environment and discover opportunities to prosper together, while propelling our firm into the future.

Life at RSM

There’s no one like you and that’s why there’s nowhere like RSM.

Our people are empowered to make an impact, to own their career, and to achieve their personal and professional aspirations.  We celebrate the differences among our talented employees.

When we bring those unique talents and perspectives together, it strengthens our teams and enhances the unique insights we provide our clients.