RSM US LLPGreater Hyderabad AreaHybridFull-time8+ years
Listing expiry: 21 October 2026
About the role
Role Overview
The role supports the Office of Risk Management by managing risks related to auditor independence requirements established by regulatory bodies, including the SEC, PCAOB and AICPA. It involves leading the Independence Operations Team, overseeing entity management system updates, advising stakeholders on independence affiliate rules, and continuously improving processes and quality controls.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and oversee the Independence Operations Team, including creating and reviewing process documentation, training materials and other resources.
- Coach operations staff, client engagement teams and other stakeholders on auditor independence affiliate rules.
- Maintain entity management system relationships and data, consult with client servers, and review proposed system edits.
- Identify, propose and implement process improvements to improve efficiency and quality controls.
- Provide performance reviews and career guidance to junior staff.
- Manage team growth, including coordinating recruitment and onboarding with USI Human Resources.
- Monitor team activities, identify and resolve challenges, maintain team morale, and facilitate technically complex stakeholder discussions.
- Provide status reports, engage key stakeholders on important decisions, and promote feedback and adaptability.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting preferred; another business degree is also acceptable.
- Eight or more years of experience in public accounting required.
- Exposure to independence considerations in professional practice required.
- Five or more years of experience coaching, leading and monitoring a team in a highly standardized, process-driven environment required.
- Familiarity with an accounting firm's entity management system required; experience at a Big Four accounting firm preferred.
- Awareness of SEC, PCAOB and AICPA independence rules required.
- Ability to understand rules, regulations, policies and procedures and coach stakeholders on complex regulatory matters.
- Strong written communication, conflict resolution, organizational, prioritization and process-improvement skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and familiarity with SharePoint as a document repository required.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion required.
- Experience managing international teams and maintaining professional networks preferred.
Additional Details
- The position is classified as a regular, full-time manager role in the Independence Group.
- The employer offers a competitive benefits and compensation package and flexibility in scheduling.
- Reasonable accommodation is available to applicants with disabilities upon request.