Risk and Quality Manager at PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC)

Primary Job Responsibilities/Accountabilities

The Incumbent promotes adherence to PwC network and firm policies, professional standards and regulatory requirements.

The Incumbent is responsible for the execution of risk, compliance and the system of quality management for the firm.

Overview of activities

System of Quality Management (SoQM)

1. Project manage the implementation of the firm s System of Quality Management (including coaching support to quality functions and process owners).
2. Implement ongoing monitoring activities through related compliance testing and reporting of exceptions, action plans and conclusions.
3. Support periodic compliance and quality reviews (regulatory or PwC network).
4. Â Performs root cause analysis to identify and address audit quality issues.
5. Facilitate and monitor implementation of remedial actions to prevent quality findings from recurring and help identify good practices as part of continuous improvement.
6. Prepare required reports to assurance leadership, PwC network and regulators as necessary.

Compliance and Risk Management

1. Facilitate the understanding of and compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and professional standards;
2. Facilitate, implement and monitor compliance with PwC network and local policies and procedures to manage risk, enhance quality control and comply with law, regulation and professional standards.
3. Address practice inquiries on conflict of interest and independence matters as it relates to assurance services.
4. Â In liaison with the internal counsel team, manage the firm s contracting, client/engagement acceptance and continuance procedures

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Minimum of 5 years relevant job experience in an external or internal audit role (preferably in a professional service firm).
2. Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting / Finance / Business or related disciplines.
3. Professional qualification e.g. ICAN, ACCA, CIA or equivalent.

Experience Expected:

1. Hands on experience in designing, implementing and assessing a compliance function in a professional service firm

Personal Attributes:

1. Ambitious, mature and business-minded with strong leadership and high ethical standards
2. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, analytical ability and presentation skills
3. Ability to manage diverse and multi locational teams, tight deadlines and prioritize tasks
4. Willingness to travel as may be required in the role.

Travel Requirements

Up to 20%