Assurance Learning Manager

rsm; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

RSM is seeking a manager of assurance curriculum content development to join the National Professional Standards Group. This role focuses on identifying training opportunities from field needs, inspection results, and industry trends, and turning them into engaging learning experiences for auditors at all levels.

The ideal candidate has CPA, 5+ years of auditing and L&D, and a track record of designing curricula and delivering initiatives with strong communication, leadership, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
• CPA is required.
• At least 5 years in auditing and learning and development focused on curriculum development.
• Strong understanding of auditing standards and the needs of auditors.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and project management skills.
• Ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders and use data to drive decisions.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with SMEs, audit leaders, and stakeholders to identify learning needs and craft curricula.
• Partner with inspection programs to weave themes into learning content.
• Design engaging courses, workshops, and resources aligned with standards and policies.
• Oversee creation and delivery of curriculum content for auditors at all levels.
• Monitor effectiveness and use feedback/data for continuous improvement.
• Stay current with trends and lead curriculum strategy improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Curriculum development

Auditing knowledge

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA

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, 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.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced professional to join the National Professional Standards Group's Curriculum Team as a manager of assurance curriculum content development. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about learning and development, has a strong understanding of the auditing profession, and is committed to creating high-quality educational content. The manager will be responsible for identifying training opportunities based upon needs from the field, inspection results, and emerging industry and regulatory trends, and work with technical audit and accounting leaders to bring engaging and informative learning experiences to life. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in audit, training content development and strategic planning.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with subject matter experts, audit leaders, and other stakeholders to identify learning needs and develop tailored curriculum solutions.
• Collaborate with RSM's inspection programs to identify learning needs, and integrate inspection themes throughout learning curricula.
• Design and develop engaging and effective learning materials, including courses, workshops, and resources, that are aligned with industry standards, firm policies, and best practices.
• Oversee the creation and delivery of curriculum content, ensuring it is relevant, up-to-date, and meets the needs of auditors at various levels of experience.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of training content, using feedback and data to make continuous improvements.
• Stay current with industry trends and best practices in learning and development, and incorporate new ideas and approaches into the curriculum strategy.
• Oversee other curriculum developers as necessary, typically rotators, providing guidance, support, and development opportunities to ensure high performance and engagement.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field.
• CPA is required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in auditing and learning and development, with a focus on curriculum development.
• Strong understanding of the auditing profession and standards, and the unique learning needs of auditors.
• Proven experience in designing and delivering effective curriculum content and initiatives.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and project management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders and build strong relationships.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to use data to drive decision-making.

Location: This position can be based anywhere in the US, although cities with an RSM office are preferred.

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.

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 800-274-3978 or send us an email at [e-mail] .

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, ex