Management Level

Senior Associate

Job Description & Summary

At PwC, our people in finance consulting specialise in providing consulting services related to financial management and strategy. These individuals analyse client needs, develop financial solutions, and offer guidance and support to help clients optimise their financial performance, improve decision-making, and achieve their financial goals.

As a finance consulting generalist at PwC, you will possess a broad understanding of various aspects of finance consulting. Your work will involve providing comprehensive guidance and support to clients in optimising their financial performance, improving decision-making, and achieving their financial goals. You will be responsible for analysing client needs, developing financial solutions, and offering recommendations tailored to specific business requirements.

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.

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.

Overview:

The Workiva Implementation Specialist will be an integral member of the Workiva implementation team, focusing on the configuration of the financial reporting modules within the Workiva platform. 

Workiva is a leading cloud based corporate reporting platform that brings together financial reporting, ESG reporting, GRC, internal audit, SOX. Data collection, validation/ verification  through to external reporting is centralised and secure. PwC has a strategic alliance with Workiva, which this team of implementation specialists will support.

 Key Responsibilities:

Collaborate with the client engagement team in the UK to implement and configure the Workiva financial reporting modules which includes, annual financial reporting, statutory reporting and management reporting modules.

Set up and configure Workiva documents and spreadsheets.

Identify and link data points throughout the Workiva platform to ensure seamless data flow.

Map imported data to the appropriate financial statement tables (Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow Statement).

Perform data validation checks and Reconcile data points across different sources to maintain consistency.

Participate in the testing of financial reports within Workiva to ensure data integrity and report accuracy.

Assist with training end-users on the Workiva platform as needed.

Essential Skills:

Excel Proficiency: Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including the use of complex formulas. Ability to manage large datasets and perform complex functions within Excel is crucial.

Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret financial data and identify discrepancies.

Attention to Detail: Meticulous attention to detail and the ability to produce accurate and high-quality work under tight deadlines.

Communication Skills: Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information to non-technical stakeholders.

Adaptability: Ability to adapt to new technologies and quickly learn new software applications, specifically Workiva.

Teamwork: Strong team player with the ability to collaborate with colleagues across different functions of the organisation.

Qualifications:

Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

1-2 years of experience in financial reporting or a related field.

Familiarity with financial reporting standards and compliance requirements.

Experience with Workiva or other financial reporting tools is a plus.

Personal Attributes:

Proactive and self-motivated with a strong work ethic.

Eagerness to learn and grow within the finance function.

Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Travel Requirements

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

Job Posting End Date

February 4, 2025