Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Finance

Management Level

Senior Associate

Job Description & Summary

A career in our Financial Operations practice, within Finance Consulting services, will provide the opportunity to work alongside CEOs, CFOs, controllers and treasurers to optimise the structure of their finance functions and improve their contribution to the business. We support our clients by addressing the challenges of achieving appropriate standards of control, efficient back office opportunities and support to the business through insight and challenge.

Our team helps clients transform their finance function by executing strategies to reduce functional and operational complexity through streamlined processes, optimise d use of technology, and efficient use of resources to deliver cost effective, high quality services to all stakeholders.

To really stand out and make us fit for the future in a constantly changing world, each and every one of us at PwC needs to be a purpose-led and values-driven leader at every level. To help us achieve this we have the PwC Professional; our global leadership development framework. It gives us a single set of expectations across our lines, geographies and career paths, and provides transparency on the skills we need as individuals to be successful and progress in our careers, now and in the future.

As a Senior Associate, you'll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. PwC Professional skills and responsibilities for this management level include but are not limited to:
Use feedback and reflection to develop self awareness, personal strengths and address development areas.
Delegate to others to provide stretch opportunities, coaching them to deliver results.
Demonstrate critical thinking and the ability to bring order to unstructured problems.
Use a broad range of tools and techniques to extract insights from current industry or sector trends.
Review your work and that of others for quality, accuracy and relevance.
Know how and when to use tools available for a given situation and can explain the reasons for this choice.
Seek and embrace opportunities which give exposure to different situations, environments and perspectives.
Use straightforward communication, in a structured way, when influencing and connecting with others.
Able to read situations and modify behavior to build quality relationships.
Uphold the firm's code of ethics and business conduct.

The Opportunity

As part of the Financial Operations team, you will lead efforts to enhance productivity and effectiveness across essential client finance process cycles including procure to pay, order to cash, and record to report. As a Senior Associate, you will analyze complex financial issues, mentor junior colleagues, and cultivate powerful client relationships while navigating complex situations to deliver exceptional outcomes. This role offers a unique opportunity to deepen your business context knowledge and grow your personal brand while leveraging the latest AI technologies in digital finance transformation.

Responsibilities

- Lead initiatives to improve effectiveness in client finance processes
- Analyze intricate financial challenges and propose solutions
- Mentor and guide junior team members to enhance their skills
- Build and maintain sturdy relationships with clients
- Navigate complex scenarios to achieve remarkable results
- Enhance understanding of business context and industry trends
- Leverage advanced AI technologies for digital finance transformation
- Contribute to the overall growth of the Financial Operations team

What You Must Have

- Bachelor's Degree
- At least 4 years of experience in finance operations

What Sets You Apart

- Master's Degree in Accounting, Business Administration/Management, Finance preferred
- Certified Public Accountant preferred
- Experience in record to report, procure to pay, order to cash cycles
- Consulting experience leading complex finance transformation initiatives
- In-depth knowledge of finance process optimization and financial systems implementations
- Experience implementing GenAI and digital finance transformation solutions
- Experience in managerial cost accounting and financial modeling
- Experience with ERP platforms such as Hyperion, PeopleSoft, Oracle
- Familiarity with Data Warehouse/Data Mart architectures and cloud-based solutions

Travel Requirements

Up to 60%

Job Posting End Date

The salary range for this position is: $77,000 - $202,000. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. All hired individuals are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation, personal and family sick leave, and more. To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link: https://pwc.to/benefits-at-a-glance