US Asset Management Audit Senior Manager

Key information

  • Publication date:09 July 2025
  • Workload:100%
  • Place of work:Zürich

Job summary

Join PwC Switzerland as an Audit Leader in asset management. Exciting opportunity to advance your career in a dynamic environment.

Tasks

  • Lead audits for private markets funds ensuring compliance with US GAAP.
  • Advise clients on asset management opportunities and product launches.
  • Coordinate international teams for seamless global engagements.

Skills

  • University degree in accounting with US CPA qualification required.
  • 8+ years of international experience in a Big 4 firm essential.
  • Strong analytical skills and excellent English communication are vital.

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Your Impact

  • Lead audits for asset managers focusing on private markets funds in compliance with US GAAP and IFRS overseeing planning, execution, and completion.
  • Advise clients on business opportunities arising from PwC USA's initiatives in asset management, facilitating significant product and investment launches.
  • Coordinate international teams for engagements in the USA, Europe, and other regions, ensuring seamless collaboration and communication.
  • Develop stakeholder management skills and tackle challenging projects in various sectors, enhancing your ability to navigate complex situations.
  • Drive the audit of valuations for Level 3 investments across all asset classes including private equity, private credit, infrastructure and real estate
  • Manage audits of companies preparing financial statements in accordance with US GAAP, IFRS, and SEC filings.
  • Prepare audit files for Partner review and assist in presenting audit findings to management or Board of Directors.
  • Develop and extend relationships with clients, actively supporting them in technical accounting matters.

Your Skill Set

  • Possess a university degree in accounting or equivalent with US CPA qualification or equivalent, demonstrating a strong academic foundation.
  • Have more than 8+ years of demonstrable international experience in a similar role at a Big 4 company, showcasing a solid background in the Private Markets industry.
  • Exhibit extensive auditing experience in US GAAP, IFRS, and SEC filings, highlighting your technical expertise.
  • Demonstrate proficiency in digital audit transformation, SOX, PCAOB standards, and the latest audit technologies, showcasing adaptability and innovation.
  • Possess knowledge of the USA market, and strong analytical and interpersonal skills, enabling effective client and team interactions.
  • Excellent English verbal and written communication skills, German language proficiency is a plus

Any questions? We are happy to help.

Benjamin Lohrmann

About PwC

PwC Switzerland is the leading audit and advisory company in Switzerland. As an independent member of the international PwC network, we help organisations and individuals to deliver solutions and sustained outcomes in the areas of assurance, advisory and tax services.

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Finance / Accounting / Controlling, Audit / Review

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