Assurance Manager - Consumer Goods

RSM Manager OpportunityWe 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 a Manager to join our Consumer Products Assurance team. You will have the opportunity to work as a team member on diverse client engagements as part of our national and local Consumer Products practice. Our clients include local, national and internationally recognized manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers with diverse organizational structures operating in a variety of sectors. For decades, RSM's assurance professionals have been helping consumer-focused companies improve their performance through the most challenging business cycles.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 deliverablesAssess risk along with design and communicate audit procedures to engagement teamsUnderstand and utilize RSM's Audit MethodologyManage multiple engagement teams and prepare end-of-engagement evaluations for staffUnderstand 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 processSupervise Audit Seniors and Supervisors on engagement teams and function as an in-charge facilitating field work by monitoring and reporting regarding productivity and adherence to work plan schedules on each assignmentMaintain contact with clients throughout the year to understand impact of significant developments in client's business and assess impact on current year audit engagementsDevelop others within the Firm through facilitating levels based or industry training, advising on career development or participating in other Firm initiativesSubscribe to and actively read industry publications and share relevant information with clients as considered applicableAnticipate and address client concerns and escalate issues as they ariseUnderstand 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 firmDevelop a strategy to utilize relationships external to the firm with different types of Centers of Influence to effectuate business growthManage profitability of projectsIdentify and communicate accounting and auditing matters to Senior Managers and PartnersIdentify performance improvement opportunitiesEnsure professional development through ongoing educationKeep abreast of latest developments as they affect GAAP and the Firm's standards and policiesWillingness to travel 25% of the year, depending on your clientsRequired Qualifications:BS/BA Degree in Accounting or equivalent degreeCPA or CA Certification5+ years of current or recent experience in a public accounting environmentExperience leading teams and mentoring associatesUnderstanding of audit services with knowledge of GAAP, GAAS and FASB or IFRS regulationsA proven record of building profitable, sustainable client relationshipsMinimum of 4 years of team lead or in-charge experience overseeing staff on multiple engagementsPreferred Qualifications:A successful record of directing and deploying staff and senior associates on multiple, simultaneous engagementFluent in French(Francais), German(Deutsch), Japanese() or Mandarin() to include but not limited to speaking, writing and reading with a deep understanding of the culture and business practices within country of fluencyProven track record of managing relationships with large non US companies with significant operations in North AmericaAt 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.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 View phone number on click.appcast.io or send us an email at View email address on click.appcast.io 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: $89,800 - $170,500Individuals selected for this role will be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance.