PwC
Digital Assurance & Transparency - Workday - Senior Associate
PwC, Columbus, Ohio, United States, 43224
Specialty/Competency:
Assurance
Industry/Sector:
Not Applicable
Time Type:
Full time
Travel Requirements:
Up to 40%
Our Digital Assurance and Transparency practice (DAT) is at the forefront of innovation, supporting both delivery of quality, tech-enabled solutions focused on trust and transparency and value-add growth in business and social issues that are top of mind with our clients. You’ll work closely with clients, your Digital Assurance and Transparency team, and our external audit teams to understand the systems and technologies our clients use and how they can mitigate risk. As a Digital Assurance and Transparency professional, you’ll be part of an organization with a focus on quality, value, innovation, emerging technologies (e.g. cloud, digital assets), and growth and gain experience across several of our specialized areas of focus throughout your career.
A career with the Tech team in our Digital Assurance and Transparency practice will provide you with the opportunity to assist clients with business transformations leveraging large scale digital solutions such as SAP, Oracle, OneStream, Workday, Identity and Access Management tools and other business applications. You will utilize our innovative solutions to help clients assess and manage risk and controls during their transformation journey. You will collaborate with experienced practitioners across PwC’s global network to assess the client’s approach for ERP security, business process and IT General Controls, while educating our clients on leading practice recommendations.
To really stand out and make us fit for the future in a constantly changing world, each and every one of us at PwC needs to be a purpose-led and values-driven leader at every level. To help us achieve this we have the PwC Professional; our global leadership development framework. It gives us a single set of expectations across our lines, geographies and career paths, and provides transparency on the skills we need as individuals to be successful and progress in our careers, now and in the future.
As a Senior Associate, you'll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. PwC Professional skills and responsibilities for this management level include but are not limited to:
Use feedback and reflection to develop self awareness, personal strengths and address development areas.
Delegate to others to provide stretch opportunities, coaching them to deliver results.
Demonstrate critical thinking and the ability to bring order to unstructured problems.
Use a broad range of tools and techniques to extract insights from current industry or sector trends.
Review your work and that of others for quality, accuracy and relevance.
Know how and when to use tools available for a given situation and can explain the reasons for this choice.
Seek and embrace opportunities which give exposure to different situations, environments and perspectives.
Use straightforward communication, in a structured way, when influencing and connecting with others.
Able to read situations and modify behavior to build quality relationships.
Uphold the firm's code of ethics and business conduct.
Job Requirements and Preferences
:
Basic Qualifications
:
Minimum Degree Required
:
Bachelor Degree
Required Fields of Study
:
Accounting & Finance, Accounting & Technology, Business Administration/Management, Computer and Information Science, Computer and Information Science & Accounting, Economics, Economics and Finance, Economics and Finance & Technology, Management Information Systems, Management Information Systems & Accounting
Minimum Years of Experience
:
2 year(s) of Workday controls auditing, consulting and/or implementing.
Preferred Qualifications
:
Preferred Knowledge/Skills
:
Demonstrates a thorough understanding of security and controls within the Workday application product suite, specifically in the areas of financials, human capital management, and industry specific modules. The ideal candidate should possess the following qualifications and experience:
Demonstrates knowledge of Workday security design across functional (ERP) and technical areas, including setup and maintenance;
Proven experience in the design, implementation, or assessment of Workday solutions, such as Accounting Center, Adaptive Planning, and Prism Analytics;
Demonstrates knowledge in designing and assessing business process risk and controls frameworks across finance and human resource cycles;
Ability to identify key risks and controls, with a thorough understanding of security and control optimization for business processes and application security;
Possesses knowledge of Sarbanes Oxley readiness and optimization of controls within Workday including familiarity with managing and understanding the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) for Workday product implementations and configurations;
Experience helping lead end-to-end Workday security implementations and integrating controls into projects;
Assists in the design, build, test, and deployment phases in projects;
Proven experience in leading and managing others;
Proficiency in conducting security design workshops with client stakeholders of varying levels;
Expertise in designing security measures for Workday Financials and Human Capital Management;
Hands-on experience in configuring and implementing Workday Financials, Human Capital Management, and related system solutions;
Knowledge of business process risk and control design principles including identification of risk mitigation strategies;
Experience in drafting and reviewing deliverables produced by engagement teams;
Demonstrates ability to manage client relationships, with a focus on understanding and addressing client needs;
Demonstrates ability to contribute on large engagements within a professional services firm or large enterprise, either as a consultant, auditor, or business process specialist;
Demonstrates ability to aid in coordination of staff in assessment or design of controls, application security, or analytic monitoring;
Demonstrates understanding of a client's business and technology to identify additional consulting opportunities and contribute to effort and scoping of such opportunities;
Demonstrates project management skills, including the ability to develop project plans, budgets, and deliverable schedules; and,
Experience working with systems integrators to develop business requirements and controls for Workday-related implementations.
Learn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-work
PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: https://pwc.to/H-1B-Lottery-Policy.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; creed; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or any other status protected by law. PwC is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.
For positions based in San Francisco, consideration of qualified candidates with arrest and conviction records will be in a manner consistent with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled or the posting is removed, unless otherwise set forth on the following webpage. Please visit this link for information about anticipated application deadlines: https://pwc.to/us-application-deadlines
The salary range for this position is: $82,000 - $204,500, plus individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. For roles that are based in Maryland, this is the listed salary range for this position. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation and more. To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link: https://pwc.to/benefits-at-a-glance
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Assurance
Industry/Sector:
Not Applicable
Time Type:
Full time
Travel Requirements:
Up to 40%
Our Digital Assurance and Transparency practice (DAT) is at the forefront of innovation, supporting both delivery of quality, tech-enabled solutions focused on trust and transparency and value-add growth in business and social issues that are top of mind with our clients. You’ll work closely with clients, your Digital Assurance and Transparency team, and our external audit teams to understand the systems and technologies our clients use and how they can mitigate risk. As a Digital Assurance and Transparency professional, you’ll be part of an organization with a focus on quality, value, innovation, emerging technologies (e.g. cloud, digital assets), and growth and gain experience across several of our specialized areas of focus throughout your career.
A career with the Tech team in our Digital Assurance and Transparency practice will provide you with the opportunity to assist clients with business transformations leveraging large scale digital solutions such as SAP, Oracle, OneStream, Workday, Identity and Access Management tools and other business applications. You will utilize our innovative solutions to help clients assess and manage risk and controls during their transformation journey. You will collaborate with experienced practitioners across PwC’s global network to assess the client’s approach for ERP security, business process and IT General Controls, while educating our clients on leading practice recommendations.
To really stand out and make us fit for the future in a constantly changing world, each and every one of us at PwC needs to be a purpose-led and values-driven leader at every level. To help us achieve this we have the PwC Professional; our global leadership development framework. It gives us a single set of expectations across our lines, geographies and career paths, and provides transparency on the skills we need as individuals to be successful and progress in our careers, now and in the future.
As a Senior Associate, you'll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. PwC Professional skills and responsibilities for this management level include but are not limited to:
Use feedback and reflection to develop self awareness, personal strengths and address development areas.
Delegate to others to provide stretch opportunities, coaching them to deliver results.
Demonstrate critical thinking and the ability to bring order to unstructured problems.
Use a broad range of tools and techniques to extract insights from current industry or sector trends.
Review your work and that of others for quality, accuracy and relevance.
Know how and when to use tools available for a given situation and can explain the reasons for this choice.
Seek and embrace opportunities which give exposure to different situations, environments and perspectives.
Use straightforward communication, in a structured way, when influencing and connecting with others.
Able to read situations and modify behavior to build quality relationships.
Uphold the firm's code of ethics and business conduct.
Job Requirements and Preferences
:
Basic Qualifications
:
Minimum Degree Required
:
Bachelor Degree
Required Fields of Study
:
Accounting & Finance, Accounting & Technology, Business Administration/Management, Computer and Information Science, Computer and Information Science & Accounting, Economics, Economics and Finance, Economics and Finance & Technology, Management Information Systems, Management Information Systems & Accounting
Minimum Years of Experience
:
2 year(s) of Workday controls auditing, consulting and/or implementing.
Preferred Qualifications
:
Preferred Knowledge/Skills
:
Demonstrates a thorough understanding of security and controls within the Workday application product suite, specifically in the areas of financials, human capital management, and industry specific modules. The ideal candidate should possess the following qualifications and experience:
Demonstrates knowledge of Workday security design across functional (ERP) and technical areas, including setup and maintenance;
Proven experience in the design, implementation, or assessment of Workday solutions, such as Accounting Center, Adaptive Planning, and Prism Analytics;
Demonstrates knowledge in designing and assessing business process risk and controls frameworks across finance and human resource cycles;
Ability to identify key risks and controls, with a thorough understanding of security and control optimization for business processes and application security;
Possesses knowledge of Sarbanes Oxley readiness and optimization of controls within Workday including familiarity with managing and understanding the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) for Workday product implementations and configurations;
Experience helping lead end-to-end Workday security implementations and integrating controls into projects;
Assists in the design, build, test, and deployment phases in projects;
Proven experience in leading and managing others;
Proficiency in conducting security design workshops with client stakeholders of varying levels;
Expertise in designing security measures for Workday Financials and Human Capital Management;
Hands-on experience in configuring and implementing Workday Financials, Human Capital Management, and related system solutions;
Knowledge of business process risk and control design principles including identification of risk mitigation strategies;
Experience in drafting and reviewing deliverables produced by engagement teams;
Demonstrates ability to manage client relationships, with a focus on understanding and addressing client needs;
Demonstrates ability to contribute on large engagements within a professional services firm or large enterprise, either as a consultant, auditor, or business process specialist;
Demonstrates ability to aid in coordination of staff in assessment or design of controls, application security, or analytic monitoring;
Demonstrates understanding of a client's business and technology to identify additional consulting opportunities and contribute to effort and scoping of such opportunities;
Demonstrates project management skills, including the ability to develop project plans, budgets, and deliverable schedules; and,
Experience working with systems integrators to develop business requirements and controls for Workday-related implementations.
Learn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-work
PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: https://pwc.to/H-1B-Lottery-Policy.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; creed; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or any other status protected by law. PwC is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.
For positions based in San Francisco, consideration of qualified candidates with arrest and conviction records will be in a manner consistent with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled or the posting is removed, unless otherwise set forth on the following webpage. Please visit this link for information about anticipated application deadlines: https://pwc.to/us-application-deadlines
The salary range for this position is: $82,000 - $204,500, plus individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. For roles that are based in Maryland, this is the listed salary range for this position. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation and more. To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link: https://pwc.to/benefits-at-a-glance
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