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Senior AssociateJob Description & Summary
At PwC our people in audit and assurance focus on providing independent and objective assessments of financial statements internal controls and other assurable information enhancing the credibility and reliability of this information with a variety of stakeholders. They evaluate compliance with regulations including assessing governance and risk management processes and related controls.Focused on relationships you are building meaningful client connections and learning how to manage and inspire others. Navigating increasingly complex situations you are growing your personal brand deepening technical expertise and awareness of your strengths. You are expected to anticipate the needs of your teams and clients and to deliver quality. Embracing increased ambiguity you are comfortable when the path forward isnt clear you ask questions and you use these moments as opportunities to grow.
Examples of the skills knowledge and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:
Job Summary
The Finance and Accounting team within PwC Assurance creates the future of finance for our clients through accounting services by bringing exceptional people creating leading practice accounting processes and using innovative technology. In your role you will have the opportunity to work with and lead highly skilled professionals and use various technology tools to create positive and lasting change as we transform clients corporate accounting groups together.
Meaningful work youll be part of
As a Finance and Accounting Senior Associate youll work as part of a team of problem solvers helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to . Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Identifying process improvement opportunities and coordinating with teams across PwC and the client to streamline the tasks through process improvements.
With support of the PwC team use PwC and other technologies to streamline otherwise manual or high volume corporate accounting activities such as management reporting consolidations lease management and accounting accounts receivable accounts payable complex reconciliations etc.
Leading the monthend closing process for a broad range of corporate accounting areas.
Preparing and/or reviewing complex areas including inventory impairment loans etc.
Preparing and/or reviewing financial (management) reports.
Preparing financial statements with notes in accordance with accounting standards e.g. IFRS US GAAP).
Supervising and coaching junior team members and reviewing their daily work.
Researching accounting standards and preparing memos.
Develop and monitor clients processes and control environment.
Performing other corporate accounting cycle functions as needed.
Liaising with external auditors and other key stakeholders.
Experiences and skills youll use to solve
Experience with identifying opportunities for process improvement.
3 years experience working with a corporate accounting and/or financial reporting team or similar experience with a professional services firm.
Experience in using technology to streamline accounting and finance function processes is preferred.
A professional accounting designation (CPA or equivalent) is advantageous but not mandatory; Alternatively a candiate with a proven history of success in accounting functions.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with the ability to use advanced formulas to analyze and summarize data.
Proficiency with the full suite of Microsoft Office 365 is an asset.
Experience with outsourcing accounting functions is an asset.
Flexibility adaptability speed and the ability to handle ambiguity.
Effectively multitask and prioritize workload across multiple projects and with different stakeholders.
Strong communication skills.
Education (if blank degree and/or field of study not specified)
Degrees/Field of Study required:Degrees/Field of Study preferred:Certifications (if blank certifications not specified)
Required Skills
Optional Skills
Accepting Feedback Accepting Feedback Active Listening AgreedUpon Procedures (AUP) Analytical Thinking Audit Coordination Audit Documentation Auditing Methodologies Auditing Standards Audit Internal Controls Audit Support Business Audits Client Management Communication Compliance Assurance Compliance Auditing Compliance Frameworks Complying With Regulations Corporate Governance Creativity Embracing Change Emotional Regulation Empathy eXtensible Business Reporting Language (XBRL) External Audit 29 moreDesired Languages (If blank desired languages not specified)
Travel Requirements
Up to 20Available for Work Visa Sponsorship
NoGovernment Clearance Required
NoJob Posting End Date
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Full-Time