Accounts Assistant - Assurance

12 Month FTC

PwC Waterford Office

Job description:

We are seeking to hire an Accounts Administrator for our Assurance South East Circit Project. The Role: An Account Administrator (AA) works as a key team member on client assignments and projects in Assurance, and delivers professional project, administrative, finance and research work.

The Accounts Administrator will act as a key communication point between members of staff, managers and partners on the team, and with the client directly. You will be part of a team who will be willing to take the time to train you in and ensure you are fully supported in your role. 

Specific Areas of Responsibility:

 Financial Management

Undertakes management of all financial procedures relating to engagement time and expense costs and billing.

Prepares budgets, monitors project costs and expenses. Issues fees and monitors cash collection.

Administration

Manages own, project team and client documents effectively.

Manages the administrative side of certain audit procedures (such as Independence, AML procedures etc.).

Project Management

Creates, develops and monitors project plans, and suggests solutions to issues encountered (resources, budgetary constraints, timelines etc).Organises calendar of team and client meetings and conference calls; collates and distributes agendas, minutes and actions where required.

Co-ordinates and assists in preparation of materials for negotiations/proposals/presentations/project deliverables.

Relationship Management

Builds strong relationships with all internal and external stakeholders.

Attends numerous Client meetings and acts as key point of contact for the PwC team.

Builds strong relationship with the global PwC network, sharing and gathering data where necessary in relation to independence, fees etc.

Acts as a key team player within the PwC internal structure from staff level through to Engagement Leaders.

Education / Professional Qualifications:

Leaving Certificate & Diploma preferable.

Experience Skills/Profile 

• 1-3 year’s relevant experience in a similar role within a professional environment.
• Intermediate knowledge of Google Suite particularly Slides.
• Excellent telephone manner and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to prioritise are key.
• Capable of working to tight deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Flexible, proactive and positive attitude.
• Understanding the need for absolute confidentiality.
• Ability to work on own initiative and also as part of a team.

• Self-starter with the ability to juggle multiple projects and meet tight deadlines; proactively identifies and suggests possible project strategy improvements. 
• Excellent project management skills and ability to manage relationships at all levels within PwC and within the client's organisation. 
• Experience of analysing financial or statistical data and is numerate and analytical, takes pride in delivering accurate and thorough work. 
• Proficient in using Word, PowerPoint and Excel. 
• Proven organisational, analytical and problem-solving skills. 
• Possesses excellent written, verbal and presentation skills. 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills that allow you to thrive in a team environment. 
• Commitment to providing excellent client service. 
• Commitment to driving the digital agenda and promoting innovation and change