Assurance Manager 1 - Life Sciences

Job Description

We are looking for a skilled Assurance Manager to join our team in Bengaluru. The ideal candidate will have 6-10 years of experience in accounting and audit, preferably in the life sciences industry. Roles and Responsibility Plan and coordinate various phases of support services, including staff requirements and client engagement. Coordinate and participate in monitoring and reviewing quality control related to service delivery. Maintain relationships with abroad teams to provide excellent client service throughout the year. Assist in reviewing work product, ensuring staff perform proper self-review, and provide guidance on testing. Monitor and report productivity and adherence to work plan schedules on each assignment. Develop, motivate, and train staff level team members, advising on career development. Participate in designing and delivering training programs to continually develop knowledge and expertise. Proactively anticipate and address concerns, escalating issues as they arise. Maintain own professional development through ongoing education/development opportunities and participate in a range of projects, collaborating with multiple teams to demonstrate critical thinking, problem-solving, initiative, and timely completion of work. Actively seek opportunities to expand services to US business teams. Job Requirements Bachelor's degree in Commerce or MBA; Qualified CA/ ACCA/ Licensed CPA is preferred. Minimum 6 years of relevant experience working in an accounting and audit-related field, specifically in the life sciences industry. Excellent technical skills in accounting, including GAAP, GAAS, and IFRS. Highly developed problem-solving and analytical skills. Relevant experience in providing effective management oversight of staff. Ability to cultivate and maintain positive, productive, and professional relationships. Ability to influence and communicate with stakeholders at all levels. Excellent verbal and written communication skills (English) are required for frequent communications with RSM client engagement teams.