Senior Associate – Controlling, Advisory Operations

About the role

PwC Switzerland is looking for a Senior Associate to join its Advisory Controlling team in Zürich. You will work closely with the central finance function to provide financial transparency, performance insights and decision‑relevant analyses for the Advisory business.

Key responsibilities

• Support monthly, bi‑annual and annual financial closings, ensuring accurate evaluation of revenue and net billable work in progress.
• Develop, implement and continuously improve KPI reports and performance analyses to aid leadership decision‑making.
• Contribute to forecasting and budgeting processes, strengthening financial planning and business steering.
• Work actively with S/4HANA, Power BI and Excel to optimise and further digitalise the controlling and reporting landscape.
• Drive the development and standardisation of controlling and reporting processes, focusing on efficiency and data quality.
• Participate in strategic projects and initiatives that support Advisory priorities and long‑term objectives.
• Act as a trusted contact for financial topics, representing Advisory Controlling in discussions with partners and the central finance organisation.

Required profile

• University degree in Economics, Finance or a related field with a focus on Controlling or Finance.
• Several years of professional experience in Controlling or Finance, preferably in consulting or professional services.
• Solid understanding of core controlling and accounting topics, including profit‑and‑loss statements and work‑in‑progress management.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to structure, interpret and clearly communicate complex financial topics.
• Confident communication skills in German and English.

Required skills

• Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.
• Hands‑on experience with SAP S/4HANA.
• Experience with Power BI (advantage).
• Knowledge of Alteryx (plus).