Finance Transformation - Finance Operations Consulting - Senior Associate

PricewaterhouseCoopers•Chicago, IL

12h•Remote

About The Position

As a Finance Transformation - Finance Operations Consulting - Senior Associate, you will have the chance to work alongside top executives such as CEOs, CFOs, controllers, and treasurers to optimize finance functions and enhance their business contributions. Within our Finance practice, you will address challenges related to achieving appropriate standards of control, efficient back-office opportunities, and providing insightful support to the business. You will play a pivotal role in transforming finance functions by executing strategies that reduce complexity through streamlined processes and optimized technology use. As a Senior Associate, you will leverage your skills to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. You will focus on building meaningful client relationships, navigating complex situations, and mentoring junior team members. Your role will involve using critical thinking to break down complex concepts and guide others, while maintaining professional standards and adapting to diverse perspectives. You are expected to anticipate the needs of your teams and clients, delivering quality solutions even when the path forward isn’t clear. In this role at PwC, you will contribute to the delivery of cost-effective, quality services to stakeholders, helping clients transform their finance functions and improve their business impact.

Requirements

At least a Bachelor's degree
At least 3 years of experience

Nice To Haves

Preference for at least one of the following fields of study: Accounting, Analytics/Data Science, Business Administration/Management, Computer Science/Information Systems, Finance, Mathematics/Statistics, Risk Management/Insurance
At least one of the following: Current pursuit of or an active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license
Experience in record to report, procure to pay, order to cash cycles
Supporting complex finance transformation initiatives
In-depth knowledge of finance process optimization and financial systems implementations
Implementing GenAI and digital finance transformation solutions
Experience in managerial cost accounting and financial modeling
Demonstrating analytical thinking and problem-solving in financial operations
Utilizing financial data mining and forecasting techniques effectively
Excelling in financial statement analysis and preparation
Managing financial services operations with precision
Embracing change and adapting to evolving industry trends

Responsibilities

Transforming finance functions by executing strategies to streamline processes and optimize technology use
Collaborating with CEOs, CFOs, controllers, and treasurers to enhance finance operations and business contributions
Addressing challenges in achieving appropriate standards of control and efficient back-office opportunities
Supporting clients through insight and challenge to deliver cost-effective services to stakeholders
Analyzing complex business issues from strategy to execution using critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Utilizing financial data mining and forecasting to inform insights and recommendations
Reviewing work for quality, accuracy, and relevance while upholding the firm's code of ethics and business conduct
Delegating tasks to provide stretch opportunities and coaching team members to deliver results
Modifying behavior to build quality relationships and influence others through structured communication
Embracing opportunities for exposure to diverse situations, environments, and perspectives