Akshay Rao
Newark,DE
Summary
Detail-oriented QC Specialist with experience in regulatory compliance and quality assurance in healthcare communications. Currently pursuing an MS in Finance at the University of Delaware, and preparing for the US CMA credential to transition into a career in core finance, quantitative analysis, or risk management.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
QC Specialist (Full-time)
A&R | Advertising and Research
07.2024 - Current
- Review and validate brochures, labels, standees, and digital visual aids for accuracy and regulatory compliance in healthcare and pharma communications.
- Collaborate with design, content, and marketing teams to resolve inconsistencies, ensuring alignment with client brand guidelines.
- Applied systematic quality checks that reduced compliance errors and improved turnaround on client deliverables.
QC Specialist (Part-time)
A&R | Advertising and Research
04.2023 - 06.2024
- Conducted quality reviews of marketing materials across multiple product campaigns, supporting both domestic and international pharma clients.
- Ensured accuracy, consistency, and adherence to medical/legal requirements under tight deadlines.
- Built strong attention to detail while balancing part-time work with academic commitments.
Accounting Intern
Shreesha & Co. Chartered Accountants
Bengaluru, India
03.2024 - 03.2024
- Assisted in preparing and reviewing client financial statements and accounting records.
- Supported statutory audit procedures, including vouching, reconciliations, and documentation.
- Gained hands-on exposure to income tax filings, GST compliance, and accounting under Indian GAAP.
- Developed practical understanding of accounting workflows and regulatory requirements.
QC Intern
A&R | Advertising and Research
12.2022 - 03.2023
- Assisted senior QC specialists in proofreading and verifying content for promotional and medical communication materials.
- Gained exposure to pharmaceutical marketing compliance standards and the end-to-end review process.
- Developed foundational skills in quality review and cross-team collaboration.
Education
Master of Science - Finance
University of Delaware
Newark05.2026
Bachelor of Commerce - B.Com - Accounting and Business/Management, Finance and Marketing Specialization
Surana College Autonomous
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India07.2024
Pre-University - Statistics, Economics, Business Studies, Accountancy, Kannada, English
Vijaya Pre-University College
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India03.2021
IGCSE (CAIE London, UK) - ICE Diploma, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Computer Science, Global Perspectives, French & English
Deccan International School
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India03.2017
Skills
- Financial Accounting
- Quality assurance
- Regulatory compliance
- Financial analysis
- Data analysis
- Project management
- Team collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Indian Income Tax
- Tally ERP
- Quality control
- Microsoft Excel
Certification
- Master Microsoft Word Beginner to Advanced
- Business Setup and Registration
- Data Visualization using Power BI
- Introduction to Cyber Security
- Microsoft Excel - Excel from Beginner to Advanced
Awards
- Best Student Award, 2022-23
- Best Outgoing Student Award, 2021-2024
- Best Paper Presentation for One Day National Conference on Intellectual Property Rights (NCIPR-2023)
Languages
- Kannada, Native or Bilingual
- English, Native or Bilingual
- French, Limited Working
- Hindi, Limited Working
Languages
English
Full Professional
Kannada
Native/ Bilingual
Hindi
Professional
French
Elementary
Accomplishments
- Best Outgoing Student Award (2021–2024) – Surana College Autonomous, recognizing overall academic excellence, leadership, and contributions.
- Best Student Award (2022–2023) – Surana College Autonomous, awarded for top academic performance during 2nd year.
- Best Paper Presentation – Awarded for presenting “Protection of Software Copyrights: A Comprehensive Guide” at the National Conference on Intellectual Property Rights.
Affiliations
- President, Praneethi Commerce Forum (2023–2024) – Led department-wide student forum at Surana College Autonomous; organized academic, cultural, and professional events while coordinating with faculty and student committees.
- Member, Rotaract Club – Actively engaged in community service initiatives and student development programs.
- Protection of Software Copyrights: A Comprehensive Guide (Jun 2023 – Jul 2023) – Researched and presented on intellectual property law and digital copyright protections, developing strong presentation, analytical, and research skills.
- Learning programming languages mainly HTML, Python, R, Julia
Websites
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
QC Specialist (Full-time)
A&R | Advertising and Research
07.2024 - Current
Accounting Intern
Shreesha & Co. Chartered Accountants
03.2024 - 03.2024
QC Specialist (Part-time)
A&R | Advertising and Research
04.2023 - 06.2024
QC Intern
A&R | Advertising and Research
12.2022 - 03.2023
Master of Science - Finance
University of Delaware
Bachelor of Commerce - B.Com - Accounting and Business/Management, Finance and Marketing Specialization
Surana College Autonomous
Pre-University - Statistics, Economics, Business Studies, Accountancy, Kannada, English
Vijaya Pre-University College
IGCSE (CAIE London, UK) - ICE Diploma, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Computer Science, Global Perspectives, French & English
Deccan International School
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