Asset Management Audit Lead — Global Engagements

PwC; Zürich; On-site; CHF 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

PwC in Zurich seeks a Senior Associate to lead planning, execution and delivery of audits for asset managers and investment funds. You will coordinate multi-location teams, assess complex valuation areas and ensure compliance with IFRS and US GAAP, while leveraging digital tools to enhance audit efficiency.

You will mentor junior staff, manage client relationships and contribute to risk assessment across cross-border engagements in a dynamic private markets environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum three busy seasons of external audit experience in an international or complex client environment.
• Sound knowledge of IFRS and/or US GAAP with practical experience auditing judgemental accounting areas and financial models.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of planning, execution and completion of financial statement audits for asset managers, private equity firms and investment funds.
• Coordinate international engagement teams and service delivery centers across locations to ensure quality and timely execution.
• Provide guidance to junior colleagues with clear delegation and constructive feedback.
• Support clients on IFRS, US GAAP and other financial reporting requirements and apply data analytics to improve audit quality.

Skills

Auditing

IFRS/US GAAP

Communication

Data Analysis

Stakeholder Management

Education

ACA/ACCA/Swiss CPA/US CPA

Tools

Digital audit tools

Data analytics software

Job description

PwC in Zurich seeks a Senior Associate to lead planning, execution and delivery of audits for asset managers and investment funds. You will coordinate multi-location teams, assess complex valuation areas and ensure compliance with IFRS and US GAAP, while leveraging digital tools to enhance audit efficiency.

You will mentor junior staff, manage client relationships and contribute to risk assessment across cross-border engagements in a dynamic private markets environment.