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