EXTERNAL AUDIT SENIOR MANAGER - ASSET WEALTH MANAGEMENT

PricewaterhouseCoopers - Albany, NY

Full-time - Senior

Remote - Albany, NY

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

As a Senior Manager within PwC's External Audit services, you will have the opportunity to provide a wide range of assurance services and business advice to a diverse clientele, ranging from small, fast-growing companies to large, well-known brands with international reach. Your role will focus on leveraging the latest technology to minimize manual testing, allowing you to concentrate on the most valuable aspects of client service while enhancing corporate governance and the reliability of client information. In this dynamic environment, you will be expected to embody the PwC Professional framework, which emphasizes purpose-driven leadership and values at every level of the organization. In this position, you will work collaboratively as part of a team of problem solvers, tackling complex business issues from strategy to execution. Your responsibilities will include encouraging team members to voice their opinions, effectively managing ambiguous situations, and initiating open coaching conversations. You will need to balance big-picture thinking with attention to detail, anticipate stakeholder needs, and develop potential solutions proactively. Your technical expertise in your area of specialization will be crucial, as will your ability to foster an environment where both people and technology can thrive together. As a Senior Manager, you will also navigate the complexities of cross-border and diverse teams, building trust through open communication with clients and stakeholders. Upholding the firm's code of ethics and business conduct is paramount, as is your role in leading the way as a technology-enabled advisor. You will be expected to provide value through digitization, automation, and increased efficiencies, all while equipping your team to succeed in a fast-paced and sophisticated transactional environment. Your contributions will be vital in ensuring that PwC Assurance continues to deliver unparalleled technical knowledge and industry insights to meet our clients' needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide a range of assurance services and business advice to clients.
• Leverage technology to reduce manual testing and enhance client service.
• Encourage team members to voice their opinions and foster an inclusive environment.
• Manage ambiguous and unstructured problems effectively.
• Initiate open coaching conversations at all levels of the team.
• Anticipate stakeholder needs and develop potential solutions proactively.
• Contribute technical knowledge in your area of specialization.
• Navigate complexities of cross-border and diverse teams and engagements.
• Build trust through open conversations with teams, clients, and stakeholders.
• Uphold the firm's code of ethics and business conduct.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in a relevant field.
• CPA License required; international hires must hold equivalent certification.
• Demonstrated knowledge of U.S. GAAP, U.S. GAAS, and PCAOB standards.
• Proven record of success as a team leader and team member in a professional services environment.
• Ability to innovate through new and existing technologies and digitization solutions.
• Experience working with large, complex data sets and leveraging data visualization tools.

Nice-to-haves

• CPA license in the work office state is preferred.
• Specialization in one or more technical areas relevant to the business.
• Experience in advising clients on regulatory and compliance issues.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with matching contributions.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Professional development opportunities and continued education support.