Accounting And Transaction Advisory Senior Associate

Montreal, QC, Canada

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Management Level Senior Associate

& Summary The Capital Markets Accounting Advisory Services team (\xe2\x80\x9cCMAAS\xe2\x80\x9d) at PwC is a team committed to supporting clients through moments of exceptional change by providing accounting advisory services. These services include accounting advice to our clients through acquisitions and divestitures, accounting change, ESG reporting, restructuring and capital transactions, such as IPOs, and digital transformation projects.

A career within CMAAS will provide you with the opportunity to be responsible for complex financial reporting issues around transactions and other transformational events. You\xe2\x80\x99ll tackle client\xe2\x80\x99s needs with a solution-oriented approach that creatively addresses complex financial reporting problems for high profile transactions and you\xe2\x80\x99ll have significant interaction with senior company management, teams, bankers, lawyers and other advisers.

Meaningful work you\xe2\x80\x99ll be part of

As an Accounting and Transaction Advisory Senior Associate, you\xe2\x80\x99ll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Support the team and our clients through capital market transactions including IPO readiness, and other market transactions (i.e. BAR Reports, pro forma financial statements)
  • Support the team and our clients through various accounting change projects including GAAP conversion in contemplation of a transaction, implementation of accounting policy changes and new accounting standards, and ESG reporting
  • Support our Deals teams with accounting implications on specific transactions (i.e. buy side, sell side, valuations, business combination, consolidation accounting, divestitures, etc.)
  • Work with the team and our clients to prepare complex accounting calculations, quarterly/annual financial statements and management reporting to drive insights
  • Research technical accounting matters as required by the manager
  • Work with the team and our clients to prepare accounting whitepapers / diagnostic reports in a structured way
  • Work flexibly and respond promptly to ad hoc requests by clients
  • Focus on the details of the project as well as quality
  • Be able to work collaboratively, internally within the team and externally with clients
  • Use a broad range of tools and techniques to extract insights from current trends in business areas
  • Assist in project management component of client relationships
  • Uphold the firm\xe2\x80\x99s code of ethics and business conduct
Experiences and skills you\xe2\x80\x99ll use to solve
  • A strong knowledge of IFRS, US GAAP and ASPE is desirable
  • Qualified Canadian CPA or equivalent reciprocal/recognized designation, or commitment to completing the Canadian CPA and eligible to enroll in the CPA Professional Education Program
  • Emerging technical knowledge of ESG non-financial reporting frameworks, including TCFD, ISSB and GRI is beneficial
  • Excellent written & verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills that allow you to thrive in a team environment and communicate status of projects proactively
  • Strong Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.), Tableau, Alteryx, Power BI and an aptitude for technology and innovation are an asset
  • The ability to build relationships and to integrate with client teams working under tight deadlines
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and an ability to work through complex and challenging client projects
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a multi-tasked, fast-paced and changing project-based environment with the flexibility to work overtime where client deadlines are tight
  • The ability to work independently and in a team environment
  • Demonstrated ability to work on multiple engagements and engagement types concurrently
  • A coachable individual, open-minded and dedicated to self-improvement and career development
  • Working proficiency in French and English
  • A demonstrated commitment to valuing differences and working alongside diverse people and perspectives.
Why you\xe2\x80\x99ll love PwC
We\xe2\x80\x99re inspiring and empowering our people to change the world. Powered by the latest technology, you\xe2\x80\x99ll be a part of amazing teams helping public and private clients build trust and deliver sustained outcomes. This meaningful work, and our continuous development environment, will take your career to the next level. We reward your impact, and support your wellbeing, through a competitive compensation package, inclusive benefits and flexibility programs that will help you thrive in work and life. Learn more about us at .

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At PwC Canada, our most valuable asset is our people and we grow stronger as we learn from one another. We\xe2\x80\x99re committed to creating an equitable and inclusive community of solvers where everyone feels that they truly belong. We understand that experience comes in many forms and building trust in society and solving important problems is only possible if we reflect the mosaic of the society we live in.

We\xe2\x80\x99re committed to providing accommodations throughout the application, interview, and employment process. If you require an accommodation to be at your best, please let us know during the application process.

To learn more about inclusion and diversity at PwC Canada: https://www.pwc.com/ca/en/about-us/diversity-inclusion.html. Be a part of The New Equation.

Chez PwC Canada, notre atout le plus pr\xc3\xa9cieux, c\xe2\x80\x99est notre personnel. Et c\xe2\x80\x99est en apprenant les uns des autres que nous devenons plus forts. Nous avons \xc3\xa0 c\xc5\x93ur de cr\xc3\xa9er une communaut\xc3\xa9 \xc3\xa9quitable et inclusive de professionnels de la r\xc3\xa9solution de probl\xc3\xa8mes, dans laquelle chacun se sent vraiment \xc3\xa0 sa place. Nous savons que l\xe2\x80\x99exp\xc3\xa9rience peut prendre diverses formes et, pour nous, donner confiance au public et r\xc3\xa9soudre des probl\xc3\xa8mes importants n\xe2\x80\x99est possible que si notre milieu de travail refl\xc3\xa8te la diversit\xc3\xa9 de la soci\xc3\xa9t\xc3\xa9 dans laquelle nous vivons.

Nous tenons \xc3\xa0 r\xc3\xa9pondre \xc3\xa0 vos besoins tout au long du processus de demande d\xe2\x80\x99emploi, d\xe2\x80\x99entrevue et d\xe2\x80\x99embauche. Si vous avez besoin de mesures d\xe2\x80\x99adaptation pour \xc3\xaatre parfaitement \xc3\xa0 l\xe2\x80\x99aise, faites-le-nous savoir \xc3\xa0 l\xe2\x80\x99\xc3\xa9tape de la demande d\xe2\x80\x99emploi.

Pour en savoir plus sur l\xe2\x80\x99inclusion et la diversit\xc3\xa9 chez PwC Canada: https://www.pwc.com/ca/fr/about-us/diversity-inclusion.html. Faites partie de La Nouvelle \xc3\xa9quation.

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD2193533
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Montreal, QC, Canada
  • Education
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