Audit Manager - Life Sciences
Company: RSM US LLP
Location: Raleigh
Posted on: September 26, 2024
Job Description:
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, inclusive 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.Audit Manager - -RSM is looking for a Manager to
join our assurance Life Sciences practice. As a team member of the
Life Sciences practice, you will be provided with opportunities to
work on projects in RSM offices in biotech hubs across the country.
You will also get exposure to various types of entities within the
industry, ranging from companies in the clinical R&D phase to
large public biopharma's. Common accounting areas encountered in
the industry include collaboration and licensing arrangements,
complex debt and equity transactions and internal controls over
financial reporting. - -Responsibilities: - -
- Provide timely, high quality client service that meets or
exceeds client expectations including coordinating the auditing of
all required financial statements, related disclosures, and other
client deliverables -
- Participate in public market transactions such as Form S-1,
Form S-3, Form F-4, etc. -
- Assess risk along with design and communicate audit procedures
to engagement teams -
- Understand and utilize RSM's Global Audit Methodology -
- Manage multiple engagement teams and prepare end-of-engagement
evaluations for staff -
- Understand skillsets and capabilities of Senior Associates and
Supervisors and monitor and review work product that they prepare
and report on performance while articulating coaching notes
throughout the process -
- Identify technical accounting matters early and assess impact
on financial statements; coordinate with firm specialists as needed
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- Supervise Audit Seniors and Supervisors on engagement teams and
facilitate field work by monitoring and reporting regarding
productivity and adherence to work plan schedules on each
assignment -
- Maintain contact with clients throughout the year to understand
impact of significant developments in client's business and assess
impact on current year audit engagements -
- Develop others within the Firm through facilitating levels
based or industry training, advising on career development or
participating in other Firm initiatives -
- Subscribe to and actively read industry publications and share
relevant information with clients as considered applicable -
- Anticipate and address client concerns and escalate issues as
they arise -
- Understand RSM's lines of businesses, availability of services
and where applicable, discuss with client management of
opportunities to make valuable introductions to others in the firm
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- Develop a strategy to utilize relationships external to the
firm with different types of Centers of Influence to effectuate
business growth - -
- Manage profitability of projects -
- Ensure professional development through ongoing education - -
- Keep abreast of latest developments as they affect GAAP, SEC
reporting, and the Firm's standards and policies -
- Willingness to travel 25% of the year, depending on your
clients - -Required Qualifications: - -
- BS/BA Degree in Accounting or equivalent degree -
- CPA or CA Certification - -
- 5+ years of current or recent experience in a public accounting
environment -
- Experience leading teams and mentoring associates -
- Understanding of audit services with knowledge of GAAP, GAAS
and FASB regulations -
- A proven record of building profitable, sustainable client
relationships -
- Minimum of 4 years of team lead or in-charge experience
overseeing staff on multiple engagements - -Preferred
Qualifications: - -
- Previous experience auditing life science companies and related
organizations -
- A successful record of directing and deploying staff and senior
associates on multiple, simultaneous engagement -
- Understanding of audit services with knowledge of SEC and PCAOB
regulations -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 .As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity
Employer, 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 (including gender identity and/or gender
expression); 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; 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 .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 in accordance with the
requirements of applicable law, including but not limited to, the
California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative
for Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance
for Employers, and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.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: $74,900 - $141,900Individuals
-selected for this role will be eligible for a discretionary bonus
based on firm and individual performance.
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