Senior Associate

Reach out to lavanya.g@pwc.com

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

Manage a team of Associates (if needed) or independently deliver SOX engagements for multiple processes across client(s).

Participate or drive conversations with the clients for process discussions and conduct walkthroughs.

Sound understanding of key business processes such as PTP, OTC, Inventory, Payroll, Fixed Asset etc. and the Risk and Controls associated with the process.

Basis process discussions prepare process flows / narratives and risk & control matrices.

Identify process gaps and accordingly provide recommendations in areas requiring improvement based on the client's business process and industry practice.

Conduct (and review, if needed) test of design and operating effectiveness, and suggest controls to improve the client’s control framework.

Document testing workpapers as per the defined standards and quality benchmark

Support the Manager in conducting SOX scoping, control rationalization & standardization for business processes

Monitor project progress, manage multiple assignments / related project teams, if needed

Meet quality guidelines within the established turnaround time (or allotted budget) for assigned requests

Provide regular status update to the Manager on the controls

Demonstrate application and solution-based approach to problem solving

while executing client engagements and documenting working papers

Interpersonal Skills :

Ability to work independently under general supervision with latitude for initiative and independent judgment

Effective verbal and written communications, including active listening skills

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and external contactors / auditors

Detail-oriented

Comfortable working on multiple projects simultaneously

Individuals would be expected to cultivate a strong team environment and promote a positive working relationship amongst their team.

Excellent Communication, written and verbal would be expected.

In addition to being an exceptional individual contributor, manage engagements and relevant Teams allocated for the same.

Managing predominantly offshore engagements and relevant PwC Territory teams.

Ensure client service delivery in accordance with the quality guidelines & methodologies.

Build and maintain client relationships by understanding and being responsive to client needs and ensuring high quality of deliverables.

Demonstrate strong analytical thinking and communication skills including the ability to research and understand complex processes and effectively communicate them to interested parties

Client Management :

Develop strong working relationships with the client and onshore client teams.

Maintain excellent rapport and proactive communication with the stakeholders and client.

Operational excellence :

Suggest ideas on improving engagement productivity and identify opportunities for improving client service.

Ensure compliance with engagement plans and internal quality & risk management procedures.

People related :

Display teamwork, integrity, and leadership. Work with team members to set goals and responsibilities for specific engagements.

Foster teamwork and innovation.

Utilize technology & tools to continually learn and innovate, share knowledge with team members and enhance service delivery.

Conduct workshops and technical training sessions for team members.

Contribute to the learning & development agenda and knowledge harnessing initiatives

Qualifications we seek in you :

Minimum Qualifications :

Bachelors / Master’s Degree in Commerce / B. Com / MBA / BBA

Chartered Accountant

Experience of business experience in technology audit, risk management, compliance, consulting, or information security

Experience in identifying control gaps and communicating audit observation and recommendation to Engagement Team / End Clients

Functional knowledge of major ERP suites (like SAP, Dynamics, Oracle EBS)

Understanding of audit concepts and regulations

Candidates with 3-5 years of relevant experience in similar role, preferably with a “Big 4” or equivalent

Certification(s) preferred :

CA / CPA / CIA