Independence Senior Associate

At PwC, our people in risk and compliance focus on maintaining regulatory compliance and managing risks for clients, providing advice, and solutions. They help organisations navigate complex regulatory landscapes and enhance their internal controls to mitigate risks effectively.Those in independence, ethics and business conduct at PwC facilitates adherence to ethical standards and promote a culture of integrity within the organisation. Working in this area, you will be responsible for developing and implementing policies and procedures to facilitate compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.

Meaningful work you'll be part of
As an Independence Senior Associate, you'll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve business issues, deliver high quality client service and operational efficiency. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Perform personal independence compliance audits to test compliance with independence policy for partners and managers

• Day to day support of core Independence processes which are key operational activities

• Providing advice and guidance to Partners and staff to help them understand the complex nature of the independence rules including personal independence compliance and independence system support

• Working virtually with offshore team members in India

• Involvement in ad-hoc projects, including general support to other independence activities

• The role requires a Senior Associate who has a practical, thorough and positive approach to problem solving, good with details, confident in liaising with individuals at all levels throughout the firm, has a client service mindset and enjoys acquiri ng new kn owledge/technical skills

• Breadth and insight into the activities of the firm

• The ability to contribute directly to the firm achieving its performance goals, especially regarding growth, leading firm and quality

• An opportunity to develop a solid technical base and understanding of the independence rules the chance to be part of a solutions-focused, cohesive, vibrant team

Experiences and skills you'll use to solve
• Compliance/regulatoryexperience or audit experience is considered an advantage

• Knowledge of the financial sector and an understanding of public accounting firms, their services and the regulatory environment is considered an asset

• Post secondary-education degree, preferably in business, finance or accounting

• Audit experience or experience working in the accounting or regulatory field

• A focus on client service, with an ability to share and collaborate with others

• Good project management skills and strong database and research skills

• Judgment and problem-solving skills and a high level of accuracy and attention to detail

• Excellent communication skills

• A conscientious, ambitious team player, with good self-management skills

• Bilingual in English and French is an asset

• PwC Canada is committed to cultivating an inclusive, hybrid work environment. Exact expectations for your team can be discussed with your interviewer

Why you'll love PwC
We're inspiring and empowering our people to change the world. Powered by the latest technology, you'll be a part of diverse teams helping public and private clients build trust and deliver sustained outcomes. This meaningful work, and our continuous development environment, will take your career to the next level. We reward your impact, and support your wellbeing, through a competitive compensation package, inclusive benefits and flexibility programs that will help you thrive in work and life. Learn more about our Application Process and Total Rewards Package at: https://jobs-ca.pwc.com/ca/en/life-at-pwc

PwC Canada acknowledges that we work and live across Turtle Island, on the land that is now known as Canada, which are the lands of the ancestral, treaty and unceded territories of the First Nations, Métis and Inuit Peoples. We recognize the systemic racism, colonialism and oppression that Indigenous Peoples have experienced and still go through, and we commit to allyship and solidarity.

At PwC Canada, our most valuable asset is our people and we grow stronger as we learn from one another. We're committed to creating an equitable and inclusive community of solvers where everyone feels that they truly belong. We understand that experience comes in many forms and building trust in society and solving important problems is only possible if we reflect the mosaic of the society we live in.
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