Senior Associate I - Risk & Quality

A. F. Ferguson & Co. (a member firm of the PwC network); Karachi Division; On-site; PKR 3,000,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Job summary

PwC A.Ferguson & Co. in Karachi is seeking an experienced auditor and technical specialist to lead audit quality initiatives. You will drive data-driven monitoring and ISQM 1 compliance while partnering with internal teams to strengthen quality controls.

The role emphasizes risk assessment, data analytics, and clear communication of findings to stakeholders. Part-qualified CA status and analytics certification are required.

Qualifications

• Part Qualified Chartered Accountant.
• Ability to carry out risk assessments
• Certification and demonstrated experience in data analytics are required.
• Excellent communication skills for presenting findings and recommendations clearly to stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Assess risks and oversee the firm’s ongoing monitoring controls for ISQM 1 compliance.
• Analyze large data sets from monitoring activities to identify trends and root causes.
• Prepare data for regulatory inspections and maintain records for review.
• Support internal teams to mitigate client engagement risks and strengthen quality objectives.

Skills

Data analytics

Audit risk

Data dashboards

Stakeholder comms

Critical thinking

Education

Part Qualified CA

Job description

At A.F.Ferguson & Co, our vision is to be the first choice employer for professional staff. As a trusted business advisor, we work in a changing world which offers great opportunities for people with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We seek to attract and employ the best people from the widest talent pool, as well as those who reflect the diverse nature of our society. And we aim to encourage a culture where people can be themselves and be valued for their strengths.

At PwC, our people in audit and assurance focus on providing independent and objective assessments of financial statements, internal controls, and other assurable information enhancing the credibility and reliability of this information with a variety of stakeholders. They evaluate compliance with regulations including assessing governance and risk management processes and related controls.

Those in audit risk and quality at PwC will focus on providing support to internal teams to mitigate and control client engagement risks. You are an experienced auditor and/or technical specialist who leads on audit quality through thought leadership, setting guidance, and a continuous cycle of improving, learning and monitoring.

At PwC, the Risk & Quality team is focused on ensuring the firm's compliance with ISQM 1, the international standard for quality management. These professionals are responsible for executing various tasks within the firm’s System of Quality Management and for preparing the firm for both regulatory and network reviews of its quality controls. They play a hands-on role in a range of activities that support the firm's quality objectives.

As part of the Risk & Quality team, you'll be responsible for assessing the risks and overseeing the firm’s ongoing monitoring controls for ISQM 1 compliance. This will involve managing and analyzing large volumes of data from monitoring activities, using your experience with data-driven dashboards to monitor compliance and identify trends. You will also be tasked with conducting root cause analyses to get to the core of quality deficiencies. Additionally, you will be responsible for maintaining and preparing data for regulatory inspections, ensuring all records are accurate and complete. Your work will directly contribute to strengthening the firm’s quality management and ensuring its adherence to professional standards.

Focused on relationships, you are building meaningful client connections, and learning how to manage and inspire others. Navigating increasingly complex situations, you are growing your personal brand, deepening technical expertise and awareness of your strengths. You are expected to anticipate the needs of your teams and clients, and to deliver quality. Embracing increased ambiguity, you are comfortable when the path forward isn’t clear, you ask questions, and you use these moments as opportunities to grow.

Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:

• Respond effectively to the diverse perspectives, needs, and feelings of others.
• Use a broad range of tools, methodologies and techniques to generate new ideas and solve problems.
• Use critical thinking to break down complex concepts.
• Understand the broader objectives of your project or role and how your work fits into the overall strategy.
• Develop a deeper understanding of the business context and how it is changing.
• Use reflection to develop self awareness, enhance strengths and address development areas.
• Interpret data to inform insights and recommendations.
• Uphold and reinforce professional and technical standards, the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.

Qualification & Minimum years experience required:

• Part Qualified Chartered Accountant.
• Ability to carry out risk assessments
• Certification and demonstrated experience in data analytics are required.
• Excellent communication skills for presenting findings and recommendations clearly to stakeholders.

PwC A.F. Ferguson & Co. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all.