PwC

Senior Associate - Finance Operations

Kuala Lumpur Full time

Line of Service

Internal Firm Services

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

IFS - Finance

Management Level

Senior Associate

Job Description & Summary

A career in Finance, within Internal Firm Services, will provide you with the opportunity to support PwC in all aspects of our internal Finance function, including financial planning and reporting, data analysis, and partnering with leadership on overall strategy. You will be responsible for processing and analysing financial transactions, managing accounts receivables, maintaining financial statement ledger accounts, preparing reconciliations and reports, while implementing internal controls to manage risks.

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. 

We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Senior Associate to join our Finance Operations team. You will play a key role in managing the day-to-day client engagement financial related information, ensuring the accuracy and completeness of financial records, and providing financial analysis and support to the business. 

You will be responsible for overseeing subsections of the team and championing specific team projects. 

The desired candidate should possess good self-motivation, attention to detail, result orientation and good interpersonal and communication skills. This is an internal support role. with rich opportunities for learning and growth. 

Key Responsibilities Include: 

  • Assist the Finance Senior Manager in supervising the Finance Operations team on financial activities, including customer records, job codes, client billings, work-in-progress, timecards and accounts receivables. 

  • Manage the billing process for customer engagements, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of invoicing. 

  • Drive the efficient management of projects and contracts setup and maintenance. 

  • Ensure the accurate monitoring of revenue and the completion and close-out of projects and contracts. 

  • Monitor staff’s timecard submission, completeness and related processing matters. 

  • Maintain accurate customer receivables records to support cash flow monitoring, contributing to the Firm's financial health. 

  • Evaluate, recommend and implement appropriate controls to ensure data accuracy and completeness. 

  • Ensure strict adherence and compliance to query resolution within stipulated SLA, fostering a culture of excellence and accountability. 

  • Develop, implement and champion policies, processes and procedures, to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. 

  • Deliver a positive client experience through effective engagement and education on SOPs, building strong and lasting relationships. 

  • Provide financial analysis and reports that deliver actionable insights to support the business, and to assist management with monitoring / decision making. 

  • Resolve queries both internally and externally relating to finance operations, including liaising with IT or other support functions as necessary. 

  • Manage system implementation and/or system enhancements and related change management, including user training and communications. This will also involve working with global teams in other time zones, broadening your exposure 

  • Promote continuous improvement by driving process improvements and efficiencies through implementation of digital solutions. 

  • Take on ad-hoc assignments and collaborate on relevant tasks as directed by management to support broader Finance functions and business requirements. 

  • 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.

​Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or equivalent professional qualifications.

  • 4–5 years of experience in Finance Operations.

  • Strong command of English, both written and spoken.

  • Proficient in the use of accounting software and applications, as well as Microsoft Office programs. 

  • Proficiency in Excel is required. Knowledge of data skills (e.g. Power BI, Alteryx) is not a prerequisite, but you will be required to self-learn these tools through internal learning platforms. 

  • Knowledge of Oracle Cloud is an added advantage. 

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 Policies, Accounting Practices, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Balance Sheet Analysis, Budgetary Management, Cash Flow Analysis, Communication, Creativity, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Escalation Management, Financial Budgeting, Financial Close Process, Financial Data Mining, Financial Forecasting, Financial Management, Financial Policy, Financial Reporting, Financial Statement Analysis, Generating Financial Reports, Inclusion {+ 9 more}

Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)

Travel Requirements

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

Government Clearance Required?

Job Posting End Date