Risk and Quality – Independence Associate – Jordan
Description
At PwC, we measure success by our ability to create the value that our clients and our people are looking for. Our reputation lies in building lasting relationships with our clients and a focus on delivering value in all we do. We’re a network of firms in 158 countries with more than 236,000 people who are committed to delivering world-class capabilities and quality in assurance, tax and advisory services.
Established in the region for 40 years, PwC Middle East employs over 4,200 people across 12 countries. Complementing our depth of industry expertise and breadth of skills is our sound knowledge of local business environments across the Middle East region. Our tailored solutions help our clients meet the challenges and opportunities of doing business in the Middle East market and beyond.
Job Description & Summary
The Independence Associate is part of the Independence Team and operates across all lines of service. It is responsible for providing support to engagement teams to maintain independence and compliance according to regulatory rules and requirements.
In addition, the associate is primarily responsible for administering independence consultations and in particular, Joint Business Relationships, vendor relationships and other arrangements that PwC might have with other organizations.
Primary duties and responsibilities – The new hire will be assisting the regional independence team in the following areas:
- Business relationship reviews
- Conduct initial assessments of Joint business relationships clearance
- Assisting the independence Business Relationship lead with the business relationship clearances
- Joint business relationship monitoring and reassessment
- Vendor relationship reviews
- Scope of service reviews
- Support the independence business partners with other day-to-day independence related matters
- Perform independence analysis and assistance with the submission of the Authorisation for Services (AFS) for the corresponding audit partners
- Responding to scope of services related consultations and to assist other members of the Independence team with the AFS documentation process
- Other activities
- Consultation system monitoring and assignment of queries among team members
- Updating a number of Independence systems
- Performing data reconciliations for Independence monitoring purposes
- Participating in internal training sessions and contributing to setting the agenda for the calls/meetings
- Learning and Growth
- Liaise with Global to understand Global systems improvement initiatives
- Adhere to policies and procedures
- Act as a key resource and liaison to other functional areas of the business, building cross-functional relationships as needed
Education
- A professional or academic qualification (degree level or equivalent), or extensive relevant and practical experience.
Language
- Fluency in English required, proficiency in Arabic is advantageous
Overall Experience
- 1 Year experience is an advantage or fresh Graduate relevant experience as a trainee in audit or consulting fields
Specific Experience
- Client facing experience as a trainee preferably in the Professional Services industry
- Experience in a top tier Big 4 firm is advantageous
- An internal transfer from within the firm can be considered
Knowledge and Skills
- Strong analytical skills
- Thorough understanding of general/international accounting standards and practices
- Problem solving skills and innovative mindset
- Risk averse/risk management skills
- Process oriented
- Organization skills
- Thoroughness and attention to detail
- Time management skills and proactivity
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ethical conduct
- A conscientious, ambitious team player, with good self-management skills and an ability to take initiative and share knowledge with peers.
Professional attributes
As a member of the Independence team, the associate would be expected at a minimum to manage their own work and escalate any issues to the business relationship lead, proactively raise issues to improve effective team working and get involved in activities and projects which help to strengthen the team.
Travel Requirements
Not Specified
Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?
No
Government Clearance Required?
No
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