UK -Accounting & Regulatory - Senior Associate

PwC Acceleration Center India; Telangana; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

PwC Acceleration Center India is seeking a Senior Associate to focus on accounting and regulatory tax compliance, reviewing financial information, preparing returns, and supporting client obligations within Tax Services. You will manage workstreams, analyze complex situations, mentor juniors, and develop your technical skills while building your client network.

The role requires a CA/MBA/M.Com/CS/CFA/CA PCC/CMA or equivalent with 3–5 years of relevant experience, strong English communication,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Master's in Commerce.
• Proficiency with IFRS, FRS 101, FRS 102 and XBRL tagging.
• Experience using Workiva or similar platforms.
• Strong understanding of accounting concepts and financial statement interpretation.
• End-to-end financial statement preparation experience.
• Big 4 experience preferred; audit experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Review client financial data to support accounting and regulatory compliance work.
• Prepare tax returns, filings, and track submission deadlines.
• Analyze tax laws and client information to identify reporting issues.
• Interpret financial statements to support tax accounting decisions.
• Draft working papers and summaries for review and filing.
• Coordinate workstreams and monitor progress.
• Apply tax tools and digital systems to improve efficiency.
• Build client relationships and respond to changing priorities.
• Guide junior team members through review feedback and tasks.
• Identify process improvements and resolve complex compliance challenges.

Skills

Client engagement

Analytical skills

Communication

Independent coordination

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting

Master's in Commerce

CA/MBA/M.Com/CS/CFA/CA PCC/CMA or equivalent

Tools

Workiva

CCH

MS Office

Job description

The Opportunity

Join our Acceleration Center India and help shape the future of business for our diverse client portfolio across geographies and jurisdictions. You’ll work at the heart of global teams across Advisory, Assurance, Tax and Business Services—solving real client challenges through connected collaboration. We’ll help you grow your skills so you can go further. With hands-on learning, cut-edge tools and an inclusive culture, this is your opportunity to do inspiring work that makes a difference—every day.

As a Senior Associate you will focus on accounting and regulatory tax compliance, reviewing financial information, preparing returns, and supporting client obligations within our Tax Services practice. As a Senior Associate you will manage assigned workstreams, analyze complex situations, build meaningful client connections, and mentor junior team members while developing your technical skills and personal brand. In this role at PwC Acceleration Center India, you will use tax compliance methods and tools to interpret data, address changing requirements, and contribute to delivery across client engagement workstreams.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing client financial data and tax records to support accounting and regulatory compliance work
• Preparing tax returns, supporting filings, and tracking submission deadlines across assigned engagements
• Analyzing tax laws, regulatory requirements, and client information to identify reporting issues and required actions
• Interpreting financial statements and account balances to support tax accounting and compliance decisions
• Drafting supporting documentation, workpapers, and technical summaries for review and filing processes
• Coordinating assigned workstreams, monitoring progress, and raising issues or inconsistencies early
• Applying tax compliance tools, accounting practices, and digital systems to improve efficiency and accuracy
• Building client relationships by addressing questions, clarifying information requests, and responding to changing priorities
• Guiding junior team members through review feedback, task completion, and technical learningl
• Identifying process improvements and using critical thinking to solve complex compliance and reporting challenges

What You Must Have

• At least a Bachelor's degree in the following field of study: Accounting or Master's in Commerce
• Prepare and review annual reports and financial statements in accordance with IFRS, FRS 101, and FRS 102.
• Prepare, review, and analyse XBRL tagging and related XBRL documents.
• Demonstrate a sound understanding of key accounting concepts and the ability to interpret financial statements effectively.
• Analyse financial data, including trial balances, to support the preparation of financial statements.
• Develop proficiency in accounts preparation and iXBRL software, including Workiva/CCH or similar platforms.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency, and clearly document observations, discrepancies, and areas requiring attention.
• Contribute ideas and perspectives to engagement teams while actively listening to and considering the views of other team members.
• Demonstrate professionalism, competence, and clear communication when engaging with the engagement team.
• Minimum qualification: CA/MBA/M.com/CS/CFA/ CA PCC/CMA or equivalent.
• A minimum of 3 to 5 years of relevant professional experience.
• Working knowledge of MS Office applications.
• Prior experience in the end-to-end preparation of financial statements.
• Demonstrated ability to review financial statements with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Prior experience of using accounts preparation software, including Workiva or similar platforms.
• Prior experience within a Big 4 firm is preferred; relevant audit experience will also be considered.
• Proven ability to effectively manage and independently coordinate large client engagements.
• Ability to resolve issues effectively in real time.
• Oral and written proficiency in English required

Leverage AI tools appropriately in day-to-day activities to enhance efficiency and support quality delivery. Good written and verbal communication skills.

What Sets You Apart

• Demonstrating tax compliance experience in client support settings
• Building client relationships while navigating changing requirements
• Interpreting data for tax insights and recommendations
• Using critical thinking to break down complex concepts
• Applying tax accounting, tax preparation, and tax research skills
• Upholding professional standards and independence requirements