Audit and Assurance - Data, Analytics and Technology Solutions - Senior Associate

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. Those in data, analytics and technology solutions at PwC will assist clients in developing solutions that help build trust, drive improvement, and detect, monitor, and predict risk. Your work will involve using advanced analytics, data wrangling technology, and automation tools to leverage data and focus on establishing the right processes and structures to enable our clients to make efficient and effective decisions based on accurate information that is complete and trustworthy.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 isn’t clear, you ask questions, and you use these moments as opportunities to grow.

Skills

Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:

• Respond effectively to the diverse perspectives, needs, and feelings of others.
• Use a broad range of tools, methodologies and techniques to generate new ideas and solve problems.
• Use critical thinking to break down complex concepts.
• Understand the broader objectives of your project or role and how your work fits into the overall strategy.
• Develop a deeper understanding of the business context and how it is changing.
• Use reflection to develop self awareness, enhance strengths and address development areas.
• Interpret data to inform insights and recommendations.
• Uphold and reinforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.
• Work on multiple and varying projects
• Combine your consulting and data analytics experience
• Flexible work options - work smarter in a way that suits your lifestyle.
  

Minimum Degree Required: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Financial Mathematics, Mathematical Economics, Quantitative Finance, Statistics, or a related field.Minimum Years of Experience: Data Analytics or Accounting with minimum 4 years of relevant experience. Candidates with “Big 4” or equivalent experience would be preferred. Oral and written proficiency in English requiredRequired Fields of Study: Assurance, Management Information Systems, Computer Science, Economics, Business Administration/Management, Engineering, Mathematics

About The Role

Our Data Assurance team is expanding and we’re looking for a Senior Associate to join our vast community of solvers. The data assurance team works alongside our clients in a multitude of ways. These may be complex recalculations of business process outcomes or developing bespoke solutions to specific problems. We help transform external and internal audit approaches by embedding data analytics through the entire audit lifecycle and look to the future as algorithmic decisioning becomes embedded in operational areas.You’ll help solve complex problems by using your skills in:

• Data Analytics/Data Visualization
• Visualization software i.e. Tableau, Qlik, Power BI and knowledge of data analysis & data manipulation products i.e SQL, ACL, R, SAS, Alteryx
• Experience across regulation, workforce and financial reporting and automation
  

In our Data Assurance team, your impact will be seen by:

• Deliver crucial business insights to clients through data analytics and data visualization
• Collaborate with clients to enable them to understand the value in their data
• Help businesses make sense of complex data sets through manipulation and use of data manipulation products
  

About PwC

At PwC, we are a human-led, tech-powered community of solvers. We approach problems with curiosity, collaboration and willingness to challenge the status quo to develop innovativesolutions in partnership with Australian businesses and not-for-profits. Together, we strive to make a positive impact and drive meaningful change.That’s where our people come in. Whether you’re just beginning your career or have plenty of experience under your belt, we believe your unique perspective can help us to deliver valued insights that make a real impact. Here, you’ll be surrounded by peers who have your back and leaders who support you, in an environment that encourages continuous learning and growth.Your benefits

• Flexible working arrangements for how, where and when you work, ensuring you thrive while delivering top results for your team and clients
• More opportunities to connect with loved ones, with the ability to work up to four weeks from anywhere in Australia and select international locations
• Health and lifestyle perks like a wellness credit and discounted memberships
• Gender inclusive 26 weeks paid parental leave
• World-class development opportunities to accelerate your career
• Strong mentors, meaningful work and plenty of networking opportunities
• Dress for your day so you can feel confident and comfortable for whatever your day has in store for you
  

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion
We empower our people to use their creativity, authenticity and human differences to be champions of change and challenge our thinking. At PwC, we understand that diverse perspectives are necessary for solving complex problems. We believe that for diversity to truly flourish, it must be nurtured in an inclusive environment. That's why we are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued to thrive.PwC is committed to making our recruitment processes inclusive, so if you need reasonable adjustments or would like to note which pronouns you use at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know.Sarah Fisher is the Recruitment Manager for the role. As the team experiences high volumes of applications, we appreciate your patience to allow for a timely and fair process for all.No Agencies Please: We kindly request that recruitment agencies do not submit CVs in response to this advertisement. We are only accepting applications direct from individuals