Line of Service Internal Firm Services Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism IFS - Finance Management Level Senior Manager Job Description & Summary This is a Fixed Term Contract of between 12-18 Months About the role: Join the Finance Business Partnering (FBP) team that works with the “Risk” Line of Service to drive, influence and challenge the business to achieve sustainable, profitable growth. You’ll support the FD and Leadership of Risk in their ownership of the integrity and accuracy of their P&L and balance sheet, ensuring that the accounting policies and control framework defined by the Firm’s Financial Control CoE are implemented and monitored. You will be seen as a subject matter expert within the Business Partnering team. The role requires strong financial accounting knowledge, commercial insight and excellent interpersonal skills. What your days will look like: Collaborate with the FC CoE, other FC Leads and the Business Partnering team to continuously develop, improve, implement and monitor financial controls, ensuring adherence to the firm’s accounting policies and procedures, and serving as a subject matter expert on these topics. Engage with the Business Partnering team and Engagement Leaders early in the engagement life-cycle to advise upfront on accounting policy and contract code set-up, preventing unanticipated revenue recognition issues. Identify and review large, high-risk engagements as they progress to ensure correct revenue recognition in accordance with IFRS, seeking advice from the FC CoE where appropriate. Take ownership of month and year-end processes to ensure accurate financial reporting across the P&L and balance sheet, including taking the lead on the external audit process for the Risk business. This role is for you if: Professionally qualified (ACA/ACCA or an international equivalent). Strong technical accounting knowledge and expertise in applying relevant accounting standards, particularly IFRS15. Strong interpersonal skills and an independent and unbiased approach, able to effectively challenge senior stakeholders on inappropriate accounting practices. Experience in designing and implementing financial controls and identifying areas for technology-driven process improvements. Experience in managing month and year-end processes, including facilitating and participating in an external audit process. Appreciation of the commercial / financial drivers and accounting practices of a professional services organisation. What you’ll receive from us: No matter where you may be in your career or personal life, our benefits are designed to add value and support, recognising and rewarding you fairly for your contributions. We offer a range of benefits including empowered flexibility and a working week split between office, home and client site; private medical cover and 24/7 access to a qualified virtual GP; six volunteering days a year and much more. 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 Advisory, Accounting and Financial Reporting Standards, Accounting Policies, Accounting Practices, Account Reconciliation, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Coaching and Feedback, Communication, Creativity, Credit Control, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Escalation Management, Financial Accounting, Financial Budgeting, Financial Forecasting, Financial Policy, Financial Record Keeping, Financial Reporting, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Statement Preparation {+ 19 more} Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified) Travel Requirements Not Specified Available for Work Visa Sponsorship? No Government Clearance Required? No Job Posting End Date Are you ready to make a difference? Want to unlock new value by applying your unique perspective and talents? You can grow exponentially at PwC. Here, you can uncover hidden talents, build lifelong relationships rooted in trust and empathy and turn challenges into opportunities for innovation. We’ll help you grow your skills through challenging, meaningful work so you can go further.