Experienced Associate - Assurance (PwC Acceleration Center Kuala Lumpur)

PwC Malaysia; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 54,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

PwC Malaysia's Acceleration Center in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an Experienced Associate in Financial Statement Audit. You will help provide independent assessments of financial statements, evaluate internal controls, and support client engagements across advisory and assurance services.

You will work with global teams, develop your technical knowledge, build client relationships and contribute to high-quality audits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Chartered Accountant or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of experience.
• English proficiency required (oral and written).

Responsibilities

• Engage in financial and managerial accounting tasks for client projects.
• Evaluate internal controls and regulatory compliance.
• Participate in external audit processes to enhance credibility of financial statements.
• Apply auditing methodologies to identify risks.
• Analyze financial data to inform decisions.
• Collaborate with team to deliver quality work and meet project objectives.
• Build and maintain client relationships to support engagement success.
• Develop technical knowledge in firm services and technology resources.
• Utilize data visualization and analysis tools to interpret financial trends.
• Support preparation and review of financial disclosure reports.
• Engage in dynamic training programs to expand skills.

Skills

Financial accounting

Managerial accounting

Client communication

Problem solving

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Chartered Accountant or equivalent (ICAEW / ACCA / MICPA‑CAANZ / CPA Australia)

Job description

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Assurance

Management Level

Associate

Job Description & Summary

Join our Acceleration Center Kuala Lumpur 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, cutting‑edge tools and an inclusive culture, this is your opportunity to do inspiring work that makes a difference—every day.

As an Experienced Associate in Financial Statement Audit, you will focus on providing independent assessments of financial statements and internal controls, enhancing the credibility and reliability of information for stakeholders. Within our Assurance practice, you will engage in evaluating compliance with regulations, assessing governance, and risk management processes. As an Associate, you will contribute to client engagement and projects, developing your skills and knowledge to deliver quality work. You will be exposed to clients to learn how to build meaningful connections, manage and inspire others, and grow your personal brand by developing your technical knowledge of firm services and technology resources.

In this role at PwC Acceleration Center Kuala Lumpur, you will actively support various services, from Advisory to Assurance, Tax, and Business Services. You will engage in challenging projects and provide distinctive services to support client engagements through enhanced quality and innovation. You will also participate in dynamic and digitally enabled training designed to grow your technical and professional skills. This position offers a unique opportunity to develop your potential, appreciate diverse perspectives, and contribute to a fast‑paced environment, driving value for clients and success as a team.

Responsibilities

• Engaging in financial and managerial accounting tasks to support client projects
• Contributing to the evaluation of internal controls and compliance with regulations
• Participating in external audit processes to enhance the credibility of financial statements
• Applying auditing methodologies to identify and address potential risks
• Analyzing financial data to discern patterns and inform decision-making
• Collaborating with team members to deliver quality work and meet project objectives
• Building and maintaining meaningful client relationships to support engagement success
• Developing technical knowledge in firm services and technology resources
• Utilizing data visualization and analysis tools to interpret financial trends
• Supporting the preparation and review of financial disclosure reports
• Adopting a learning mindset to enhance personal and professional growth
• Assisting in the documentation and verification of financial transactions
• Engaging in dynamic training programs to expand technical and professional skills

What You Must Have

• At least a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Chartered Accountant or equivalent (such as ICAEW / ACCA / MICPA‑CAANZ / CPA Australia)
• At least 1 year of experience
• Oral and written proficiency in English required

What Sets You Apart

• Demonstrating knowledge in financial accounting and managerial accounting
• Researching and analyzing client, industry, and technical matters
• Utilizing problem solving skills effectively
• Interacting with various levels of leadership
• Being self‑motiving and responsible for personal growth
• Taking responsibility for personal development
• Managing multiple tasks effectively

Travel Requirements

Not Specified