Managed Services - Senior Associate

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Assurance

Management Level

Senior Associate

Job Description & Summary

At PwC, our people in managed services focus on a variety of outsourced solutions and support clients across numerous functions. These individuals help organisations streamline their operations, reduce costs, and improve efficiency by managing key processes and functions on their behalf. They are skilled in project management, technology, and process optimization to deliver high-quality services to clients.

Those in managed service management and strategy at PwC will focus on transitioning and running services, along with managing delivery teams, programmes, commercials, performance and delivery risk. Your work will involve the process of continuous improvement and optimising of the managed services process, tools and services.

Focused on relationships, you are building meaningful client connections, and learning how to manage and inspire others. Navigating increasingly complex situations, you are growing your personal brand, deepening technical expertise and awareness of your strengths. You are expected to anticipate the needs of your teams and clients, and to deliver quality. Embracing increased ambiguity, you are comfortable when the path forward isn’t clear, you ask questions, and you use these moments as opportunities to grow.

• Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:
• Respond effectively to the diverse perspectives, needs, and feelings of others.
• Use a broad range of tools, methodologies and techniques to generate new ideas and solve problems.
• Use critical thinking to break down complex concepts.
• Understand the broader objectives of your project or role and how your work fits into the overall strategy.
• Develop a deeper understanding of the business context and how it is changing.
• Use reflection to develop self awareness, enhance strengths and address development areas.
• Interpret data to inform insights and recommendations.
• Uphold and reinforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.

A highly skilled finance professional with deep expertise in fund accounting, financial reporting, and investment fund operations, capable of managing end-to-end fund finance processes. This individual brings a strong technical foundation, leadership capabilities, and a collaborative mindset to support complex fund structures and global stakeholder needs.

Educational Background & Certifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or related field

Preferred qualifications

CA / CPA / ACCA

• MBA (Finance) or International CFA

Experience

4 to 6+ years of relevant experience in

• Fund accounting, fund controllership, or financial reporting
• Asset management, private equity, real estate, or credit funds
• Big Four audit firms or fund administrators

Proven track record in

• NAV oversight and review
• Capital activity processing (calls, distributions, waterfalls)
• Fee calculations
• Financial statement preparation and audit coordination
• Fund launches, system configuration, and chart of accounts setup

Technical & Analytical Skills Strong understanding of

US GAAP, IFRS, and/or IN GAAP for investment entities, Fund structures, hierarchies, and waterfall mechanicsAdvanced proficiency in:

• Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, formulas, modeling)
• Reporting/automation tools (e.g., Power BI, Alteryx – a plus)
• Experience with fund accounting platforms (e.g., Investran, LemonEdge, Geneva – a strong plus)

Ability to

• Explain valuation changes and their impact
• Respond to LP inquiries on carry, IRR, and fund performance
• Ensure data integrity across systems and processes

Work Model & Flexibility

• Willingness to relocate to Bangalore (if not already based there)
• Comfortable with India/US overlap hours
• Adheres to a 4+1 hybrid work model (minimum 4 days in office)

Travel Requirements

Not Specified

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