PWC

Independence Manager

PWC$81K — $131K *
Legal & Accounting
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of managerial experience with PwC knowledge
  • Deep understanding of independence rules (SEC, UK PIE, EU PIE)
  • Experience with complex entity structures like private equity
  • In-depth knowledge of Canadian Independence rules
  • Strong business acumen for local/global collaboration
  • Technical expertise in independence compliance
  • Canadian CPA or equivalent designation is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Facilitate and support independence assessments for PwC
  • Provide consultation on independence assessments to client service teams
  • Engage with the Global IA community to keep updated on independence
  • Collaborate with global teams to share independence best practices
  • Disseminate independence assessment training to firm personnel
  • Respond to consultation requests outside of independence assessments
  • Interact with Risk Management for integrated service development
  • Participate in business transformation initiatives and change management

Benefits

  • Comprehensive total rewards package
  • Opportunities for career advancement
  • Training and development initiatives
  • Participation in variable incentive pay programs
  • Access to a global network of professionals
Full Job Description
Line of Service
Internal Firm Services

Industry/Sector
Not Applicable

Specialism
IFS - Risk & Quality (R&Q)

Management Level
Manager

Job Description & Summary
As an Independence Manager, unlock your potential and embrace the chance to drive meaningful outcomes that'll elevate your career. Your role will include, but isn't limited to:

  • Serve as a member of the Global IA Center of Excellence, facilitating and supporting Independence Assessments that directly influence PwC's network strategy and compliance with external regulations and internal policies
  • Provide consultation services for independence assessments, including responding to both formal and informal requests and advising client service teams
  • Stay up-to-date on developments related to independence assessments by actively participating in the Global IA community and completing required training
  • Collaborate with global and territory contacts to discuss independence-related developments, share best practices, and contribute insights for decision-making
  • Support communication and distribution of Independence Assessment knowledge and training to XLOS firm personnel
  • Supporting the Independence Office and Firm by responding to other, non Independence assessment consultation requests and providing advice to client service teams
  • Interacting with other relevant functional groups such as Risk Management and ARQ to develop integrated, quality services for our Firm
  • Participate in and support business operations transformation initiatives by evaluating technology developments, contributing to global projects and priorities such as SDC and COE, and assisting in the development and implementation of the overall transformation strategy, including change management plans
  • Coaching and development of independence office team members, and participation in independence office webinars and training


What You'll Bring:
Your skills, knowledge, and experiences are what set you apart. Here's what we look for:

  • Experience in a managerial role, with demonstrated knowledge of PwC and its suite of services
  • Thorough understanding of independence rules, including SEC, UK PIE, EU PIE, and PwC Global Independence Policy entity restrictions
  • Proven experience with complex entity structures, such as private equity arrangements and investment companies
  • Comprehensive knowledge of both Firm-specific and Canadian Independence rules
  • Strong business acumen given the need to deal with XLOS local and global teams
  • Strong technical knowledge and understanding of independence rules
  • Canadian CPA or equivalent reciprocal/recognized designation is an asset but not required


This position ensures continuity and upholds our standards of excellence following the departure of a valued team member.

The salary range for this position is $81,900 - $131,900. The posted salary range represents the expected hiring range for PwC locations in major city centres. Given our national recruiting approach, ranges may vary for positions in other locations. At PwC Canada, base salary is determined by your skills, experience, qualifications and work location. In addition to base salary, eligible employees may have opportunities to participate in variable incentive pay programs which are designed to reward individual and firm-wide achievements. We are committed to offering competitive compensation and adhere to all relevant pay transparency legislation. During the hiring process, our Talent Acquisition team will provide details about our comprehensive total rewards package.

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, Accounting Practices, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Budget Monitoring, Business Ethics, Business Expansion, Coaching and Feedback, Code of Ethics, Communication, Compliance and Standards, Compliance Awareness, Compliance Oversight, Compliance Program Implementation, Compliance Review, Compliance Risk Assessment, Compliance Training, Corporate Compliance Programs, Creativity, Developing Policies and Guidelines, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Ethical Standards {+ 24 more}

Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)

Travel Requirements
Not Specified

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?
No

Government Clearance Required?
No

Job Posting End Date

About PWC

PwC is a multinational professional services network of firms headquartered in London, United Kingdom, operating as partnerships under the PwC brand. PwC ranks as the second-largest professional services network in the world and is considered one of the Big Four accounting firms, along with Deloitte, EY and KPMG. PwC firms operate in 157 countries, 742 locations, with 276,000 people. As of 2020, 26% of the workforce worked in the Americas, 26% in Asia, 32% in Western Europe, 5% in Middle East and Africa and 11% in Central and Eastern Europe and Central Asia.
Learn more about PWC
Size
284,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1998

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