Audit - Assistant Manager - Asset Management - 100%

PwC; Zug; On-site; CHF 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

PwC Switzerland in Zug seeks a Senior Associate for Audit - Asset Management. You will lead audits for asset managers and funds, coordinating international teams and applying digital audit tools to deliver high-quality results.

The role emphasizes ownership, valuation challenges, cross-border coordination and client advisory on IFRS/US GAAP, with a focus on developing as a trusted audit professional.

Qualifications

• At least three busy seasons of external audit experience in international or complex client environments.
• Professional audit qualification such as ACA, ACCA, Swiss CPA or US CPA.
• Solid IFRS and/or US GAAP knowledge with practical audit of judgemental areas.
• Experience coordinating audit workstreams across international teams and stakeholders.
• Interest in asset management, private equity or investment funds is a plus.
• Excellent English communication; German and Swiss FINMA knowledge are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of planning, execution and completion of audits for asset managers and funds.
• Audit complex accounting areas including fair value, investment valuations and financial instruments.
• Coordinate international teams anddelivery centers to ensure quality and timeliness.
• Build relationships with clients and advise on IFRS/US GAAP requirements.
• Apply data analytics and digital tools to enhance audit quality and efficiency.
• Coach junior colleagues with clear delegation and on-the-job guidance.

Skills

Plan and manage audits

Cross-functional collaboration

IFRS/US GAAP knowledge

Stakeholder management

Data analytics usage

Mentoring juniors

Strong communication

Education

Professional audit qualification (ACA/ACCA/Swiss CPA/US CPA)

Job description

Line of Service

Assurance

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Assurance

Management Level

Senior Associate

Job Description & Summary

In our Audit - Asset Management practice, we go beyond numbers. We work with leading private equity and asset management firms, helping them navigate complex financial reporting requirements, investment structures and regulatory developments. Our international team combines industry expertise with digital audit tools to deliver insights that build trust among investors and stakeholders. Whether auditing fund structures, assessing investment valuations or coordinating cross-border engagements, you will have the opportunity to expand your sector knowledge, take ownership and develop as a trusted audit professional.

Your impact

• Take ownership of the planning, execution and completion of financial statement audits for asset managers, private equity firms and investment funds.

• Audit complex accounting and valuation areas, including fair value measurements, investment valuations, impairment models and financial instruments.

• Coordinate international engagement teams and service delivery centers across different locations, ensuring effective collaboration, consistent quality and timely execution.

• Build trusted relationships with clients and support them with questions relating to IFRS, US GAAP and other relevant financial reporting requirements.

• Apply data analytics and digital audit tools to identify risks, improve audit quality and make engagement delivery more efficient.

• Coach junior colleagues through clear delegation, regular feedback and practical on-the-job guidance.

Your skill set

• At least three busy seasons of external audit experience, gained within an international or complex client environment.

• Completed or advanced professional audit qualification such as ACA, ACCA, Swiss CPA, US CPA or an equivalent certification.

• Sound knowledge of IFRS and/or US GAAP, with practical experience auditing judgemental accounting areas and financial models.

• Experience coordinating audit workstreams across international teams and service delivery centers and managing multiple stakeholders.

• Interest in developing expertise in asset management, private equity, private markets or investment funds; prior sector experience is an advantage.

• Excellent communication skills in English; German language skills and knowledge of Swiss or FINMA requirements are an 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 and Financial Reporting Standards, Accounting Policies, Active Listening, AI Fluency, AI-Human Collaboration, Analytical Thinking, Artificial Intelligence (AI) Platform, Auditing, Auditing Methodologies, Client Management, Communication, Compliance Auditing, Complying With Regulations, Creativity, Data Analysis and Interpretation, Data Ingestion, Data Modeling, Data Quality, Data Security, Data Transformation, Data Visualization, Digital Tooling, Embracing Change {+ 27 more}

Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)

Travel Requirements

Up to 40%

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

No

Government Clearance Required?

No

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