Analysts predict that over the next decade over $250 billion is going to be invested in Alberta by business and government. We are undergoing a migration of wealth to Alberta the likes Canada has never seen before. In addition, the regulatory pendulum is swinging. With increasing regulatory rigors placed on public companies, going public is becoming less attractive for business owners and operators. Simply stated our Private Company Services Group will be experiencing unprecedented growth in the next several years.
We are making significant investments in our people to meet the needs of this growth and that of our clients. Our goal is to have the most well rounded professionals in the world.
What does this tremendous growth and investment in our people mean to you?
Opportunity! We will need significant partner and associate partner resources over the next few years to manage this expected growth. Combined with our
focus on work life balance (Financial Post Top 10 Places to Work in Canada) there has never been a better time to join PricewaterhouseCoopers.
If you are a self-starter who likes the idea of working in an entrepreneurial environment...If you are committed to client service and enjoy servicing primarily owner-managed businesses...If you want to manage a dynamic team of professionals and work in an environment that invests in professional growth... then we have an opportunity for you.
Our Edmonton office has an immediate opening for a Senior Associate to join our team. We can offer you new opportunities and challenges, along with continuing education to further enhance your career. The ideal candidates will assist in managing teams of professionals to deliver quality service to our clients.
As a professional in our Private Company Services Group, your client assignments will include a combination of audit, review and compilation
engagements as well as nurturing significant business development opportunities. In addition you will be an integral part of PricewaterhouseCoopers' role as a trusted business advisor, dealing with multiple issues ranging from corporate financing to tax planning.
As an AAG Senior Associate you would be expected to:
Plan the engagement, which includes:
- Conducting research in order to have an in-depth understanding of a client's industry and business;
- Meeting with the client to determine expectations, issues and concerns;
- Setting the audit approach to the engagement, which makes effective use of team members' skills and is within budget for the assigned component(s); and
- Designing appropriate procedures and audit programs.
Manage the engagement, which includes:
- Ensuring that all work is completed and documented in accordance with our prescribed standards;
- Developing the knowledge of junior team members by sharing best practices and providing regular coaching on the completion of their assigned sections;
- Managing interpersonal relations and building the morale of the team;
- Reviewing the work of junior staff;
- Demonstrating strong technical knowledge and having the ability to research issues, present alternatives and conclusions;
- Monitoring the progress of the team members towards completion of work and adjusting the work plan when necessary;
- Continuously communicating with the Manager and/ or Partner with respect to engagement progress – risks, issues, variances from plan in terms of time, budget, etc; and
- Drafting complete financial statements and related notes as well as initial drafts of reports to the client.
Complete the engagement, which includes:
- Taking full ownership of file completion;
- Analyzing engagement economics of self and field staff and explaining variances from plan;
- Preparing a draft billing for review by the Manager;
- Preparing and delivering meaningful individual performance evaluations on a timely basis.
- Developing strong relationships with your clients to facilitate the completion of client work.
- Identifying potential opportunities to provide additional services to your clients.
Education Required:
Degree plus CA designation required
Job Requirement Essential:
- Understanding of accounting systems (Caseware, ACCPAC, Simply Accounting, Tax Prep and Excel);
- Superior communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills that allow you to thrive in a team environment;
- Demonstrated ability to work in a multitasked, fast-paced and changing environment;
- Well developed leadership, organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills;
Commitment to providing excellent client service;
- Ability to work on complex multiple engagements concurrently.
Travel Required:
Frequent, local and regional
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