Assurance - Corporate Reporting Services - Manager

Line of Service

Assurance

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Assurance

Management Level

Manager

Job Description & Summary

The Corporate Reporting Services team is a team of specialists within the Assurance practice. As part of the PwC Global CRS virtual network, it aims to deliver expert technical advice to engagement teams regarding the application and interpretation of corporate reporting standards with particular emphasis on IFRS Accounting Standards, IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards and Irish and UK GAAP and to support engagement teams in providing quality, consistent and timely professional services to their clients. In addition to IFRS Accounting Standards, the team is focusing on ESG reporting which is an area of priority across the globe and captures everything businesses do, covering a much wider scope than financial reporting.

As a member of our Corporate Reporting Services team working on financial and sustainability reporting you will have the chance to learn and develop new skills and professional expertise, while contributing to the Firm’s quality service objectives by becoming a trusted subject matter expert to our assurance practice. 

The main activities of the role are summarised below: 

• Corporate reporting - provide technical support and advice to assurance (audit and non-audit) client engagement teams on: 

• Complex financial reporting topics and matters related to IFRS Accounting Standards and Irish and UK GAAP. 

• Complex sustainability reporting topics and matters related to the EU’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive and the European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRSs) and the IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards. 

• Analysing the consistency of reporting in the financial statements with other corporate reporting by the client.  

• Corporate reporting developments and requirements from Irish, European and global regulators. 

• Participate in the Global CRS network calls, meetings and other activities and have the opportunity to liaise with senior members of the Global team in respect of consultation topics and technical papers. 

• Work on the development of internal practice guides and other material; research and present technical papers and consultations related to financial and sustainability reporting topics. 

• Develop and deliver financial and sustainability reporting training to internal and external audiences. 

• Perform pre-issuance technical reviews of financial and sustainability reports of large clients. 

What we are looking for:  

• Five or more years in audit, technical accounting or similar roles. 

• Hold a professional qualification from a prescribed accountancy body (ACA, ACCA, AIA or equivalent) https://iaasa.ie/prescribed-accountancy-bodies/.  

• Practical experience in the application of IFRS Accounting Standards and/or UK and Irish GAAP in financial services entities will be considered an advantage. 

• Technical expertise or practical experience in the application of IFRS Accounting Standards or sustainability reporting will be considered an advantage. 

• Ability to understand complex transactions and commercial/ business drivers. 

• Ability to develop solutions based on a sound understanding of facts and research of the relevant material, within a commercially sound framework. 

• Assertive, flexible, proactive, and self-motivated with a desire for learning. 

• Strong leadership skills and an ability to build trust within teams.

Unlock your potential with PwC Ireland 

We believe that challenges are better solved together. We’re inspiring and empowering our people to change the world. Powered by the latest technology, you’ll be a part of amazing teams encouraged to collaborate and innovate in a way that creates powerful solutions and makes a positive impact. This purpose-led work, and our continuous development and encouragement, will help unlock your potential and take your career to the next level. 

Enjoy PwC’s perks 

We reward your impact, and support your wellbeing, through a competitive compensation package, inclusive employee benefits and flexibility programs that will help you thrive in work and life. Learn more about us at Life@PwC. (https://www.pwc.ie/careers-ie/life-at-pwc.html). 

Being appreciated for being you 

Our most valuable asset is our people and we recognise you for it - ensuring you feel like you belong and that you are valued and rewarded for the great work you do everyday. PwC is an equal opportunities employer and creating a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve is hugely important to us. 

We believe this so much that we have signed up for the Business in the Community Inclusive Workplace Elevate Pledge. (https://www.bitc.ie/the-leaders-group-on-sustainability/inclusive-workplace-pledge/) 

Our Inclusion First strategy puts inclusion at the heart of our culture - supporting an environment where individuality is embraced, diversity is celebrated and inclusion is valued. Check out our culture of belonging and explore our range of inclusive programmes, initiatives, employee resource groups and more at www.pwc.ie. 

Avoid the confidence gap; you do not have to match all the listed requirements exactly to apply, we’d love to hear from you! 

We will ensure that everyone is supported throughout and, if required,  provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please email us for more information. 

Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)

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Required Skills

Optional Skills

Analytical Thinking, Analytical Thinking, Auditing, Auditing Standards, Audit Internal Controls, Audit Preparation, Audit Reporting, Audit Risk Assessments, Audit Support, Business Process Improvement, Coaching and Feedback, Communication, Compliance and Standards, Compliance Assurance, Compliance Auditing, Compliance Risk Assessment, Compliance Training, Creativity, Data Analysis and Interpretation, Developing Policies and Guidelines, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Ethics Training, External Audit {+ 25 more}

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Travel Requirements

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

Government Clearance Required?

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