Senior Associate - Controlling, Advisory Operations

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Line of Service Advisory Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism Operations Management Level Senior Associate Job Description & Summary At PwC, our people in finance focus on providing financial advice and strategic guidance to clients, helping them optimise their financial performance and make informed business decisions. These individuals handle financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and risk management. In financial operations at PwC, you will focus on managing financial processes and confirming compliance with regulations. You will handle tasks such as financial reporting, budgeting, and risk management. Your team As part of PwC Switzerland’s Advisory business, the Controlling team supports leaders and engagement teams with financial transparency, performance insights and decision‑relevant analyses. Working closely with the central finance function, the team plays a key role in financial closing, forecasting, reporting, and strategic initiatives. By combining financial expertise with a strong understanding of the Advisory business, the team contributes directly to steering growth, improving processes and enabling informed, forward‑looking decisions across the organization. Your impact • Support monthly, bi‑annual and annual financial closings in close collaboration with the central finance team, ensuring accurate evaluation of revenue and net billable work in progress. • Develop, implement and continuously enhance KPI reports and performance analyses to monitor Advisory results and support leadership decision‑making. • Contribute to forecasting and budgeting processes, strengthening financial planning and business steering. • Work actively with S/4HANA, Power BI and Excel, contributing to the optimization and further digitalization of the controlling and reporting landscape. • Drive the development and standardization of controlling and reporting processes within Advisory, with a focus on efficiency and data quality. • Participate in strategic projects and initiatives, supporting the implementation of Advisory priorities and long‑term objectives. • Act as a trusted contact for financial topics, representing Advisory Controlling in discussions with partners and the central finance organization. Your skill set • University degree in Economics, Finance or a related field, with a focus on Controlling or Finance. • Several years of professional experience in Controlling or Finance, ideally in a consulting, professional services or similarly dynamic environment. • Solid understanding of core controlling and accounting topics, including profit and loss statements and work‑in‑progress management. • Strong analytical skills with the ability to structure, interpret and clearly communicate complex financial topics. • Advanced skills in Excel and PowerPoint, with hands‑on experience in S/4HANA. Exposure to Power BI is an advantage, and Alteryx knowledge is a plus. • Confident communication skills in English; German skills are an advantage. • Service‑oriented, reliable working style with the ability to priorities effectively and remain focused in a fast‑paced environment. • Team‑oriented mindset combined with the ability to work independently and take ownership of responsibilities. Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified) Degrees/Field of Study required: Degrees/Field of Study preferred: Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified) Required Skills Optional Skills Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Accounting Policies, Accounting Practices, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Balance Sheet Analysis, Budgetary Management, Cash Flow Analysis, Communication, Creativity, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Escalation Management, Financial Budgeting, Financial Close Process, Financial Data Mining, Financial Forecasting, Financial Management, Financial Policy, Financial Reporting, Financial Statement Analysis, Generating Financial Reports, Inclusion {+ 9 more} Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified) Travel Requirements Up to 20% Available for Work Visa Sponsorship? No Government Clearance Required? No Job Posting End Date