Senior Associate - Financial Services at PricewaterhouseCooper (PwC) Nigeria

About PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC)

PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) helps organisations and individuals create the value they’re looking for. We’re a network of firms in 157 countries with more than 184,000 people who are committed to delivering quality in assurance, tax and advisory services. Find out more by visiting us at www.pwc.com. In Africa we're the largest provider of professional services with close to 450 partners and over 8,500 people in 32 countries. This means that we’re able to provide our clients with seamless and consistent service, wherever they're located on the continent. Our in-depth knowledge and understanding of African operating environments enables us to put ourselves in our clients' shoes to offer tailored Tax, Assurance and Advisory solutions for every business challenge. Realising the appeal of the continent as an investment destination, our dedicated Africa Desk provides assistance to organisations looking to expand their presence in Africa. We’re one of the leading professional services firms in Nigeria with offices in Lagos, Abuja and Port Harcourt, over 700 staff and 22 resident partners. We are committed to serving as a force for integrity, good sense and wise solutions to the problems facing businesses and the capital markets. We are guided by one promise - to do what is right, be it with our people, clients, community, or environment. Our clients range from the biggest, most complex global establishments to smaller, newer businesses both privately owned and those in the public domain. Our Audit & Assurance, Consulting, Deals, and Tax services meet the needs and requirements of each client, irrespective of size or location.

Job Type: Full TimeQualificationBA/BSc/HND

Experience: 4 - 5 years

Location: Lagos

Job Field: Finance / Accounting / Audit

Reference Number: 125-NIG00209
Department: Assurance
Job Type: Permanent

Roles & Responsibilities

Lead, supervise, mentor, coach and evaluate engagement teams on financial audits of Financial services companies like Banks and Investment companies using International Standards on Auditing (ISA)
Lead accounting Advisory and other Assurance Engagements.
Serve as effective liaison and representative between the firm and the client.
Work harmoniously and productively within a team; providing necessary supports to superior and motivate less experienced team members to deliver their work in the most efficient and effective manner.
Exercise sound judgment by making decisions throughout the engagement, including assessment of engagement risks, design and selection of audit procedures necessary to arrive at a desired level of assurance, and evaluation of documentation and audit evidence received.
Preparation and 1st level review of complex consolidated IFRS financial statements.
Work with partners and engagement managers regarding project management, including scheduling, staffing and the engagement budget.
Proactively interact with key client’s management to gather information, resolve problems, and make recommendations for business and process improvements.
Assist with business development activities, such as proposals, conferences, and/or other thought leadership materials.
Demonstrate professional demeanor towards duties and responsibilities, particularly with regard to independence, professional ethics, and the exercise of professional judgment.

Requirements

ACA / ACCA qualification (or equivalent)
Must be working or must have worked in a consulting / Audit firm - with a minimum of 4 - 5 years professional experience in external audit of organisations in the financial services sector (e.g Banks, insurance companies and Pension funds)
Have deep technical knowledge and understanding of the application of relevant International Financial Reporting Standards
Demonstrate an understanding of regulatory pronouncements that are applicable to banks, Investment companies and other Financial services companies
Focused and initiative driven (required to maximise growth potential)
A passion for delivering an exceptional client service
Good analytical and organisational abilities
A proven track record of establishing and maintaining strong relationships with clients
Effective communication skills when working at all levels
Possess the ability and maturity to resolve conflicts on engagements
A demonstrated ability to take responsibility, work autonomously and use initiative, especially when working to tight deadlines
Ability to perform and deliver on multiple commitments concurrently with ease and professionalism.