Audit - Senior Associate / Assistant Manager - Private Equity / Asset Management - 80-100 %

Your Team
In our Audit – Asset Management practice, we go beyond numbers. We work with some of the world's leading private equity and asset management firms, helping them navigate complex regulatory landscapes, seize new opportunities, and build lasting trust with their investors and stakeholders.
Our team combines deep industry expertise with cutting-edge digital audit tools to deliver insights that truly matter. Whether it's auditing sophisticated fund structures, assessing valuations of Level 3 investments, or supporting clients through regulatory change, every engagement is a chance to grow, lead, and make a real impact.

Your Impact 

• Take ownership of planning, executing, and completing audits of financial statements for asset managers and private equity funds in compliance with US GAAP, IFRS, Lux GAAP and Swiss GAAP (OR / Swiss GAAP FER) 

• Audit complex investment valuations across private equity, private credit, infrastructure, and real estate asset classes, ensuring accuracy and thoroughness 

• Assess clients' compliance with FINMA regulatory requirements and conduct supervisory audits in line with applicable guidelines 

• Support the preparation of audit files for Partner review and contribute to presenting findings to management and Boards of Directors 

• Leverage digital audit tools and data analytics to structure, visualize, and communicate actionable insights to clients 

• Build and maintain strong client relationships, actively supporting clients on technical accounting and regulatory matters 

• Collaborate with international teams across the USA, Europe, and beyond, ensuring seamless communication and coordination across borders 

• Coach and mentor junior team members through active feedback, knowledge sharing, and on-the-job guidance 

Your Skill Set 

• A university degree in accounting, finance, or a related field; progress towards or completion of a Swiss CPA (dipl. Wirtschaftsprüfer:in), US CPA, ACCA, or equivalent qualification 

• At least 3+ years of audit experience (minimum three busy seasons), ideally with a focus on asset management, private equity, or private markets clients at a Big 4 or comparable firm 

• Solid working knowledge of US GAAP, IFRS, and/or Lux GAAP and Swiss GAAP (OR, Swiss GAAP FER), with an understanding of SEC filing requirements as a plus 

• Familiarity with FINMA regulatory requirements and experience conducting supervisory audits is an advantage 

• Strong analytical mindset and high quality standards, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and investment structures 

• Experience with or interest in digital audit transformation, automation tools, and data analytics 

• Excellent communication skills in English; German skills are a plus 

• Collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to manage multiple stakeholders effectively 

Benefits

• Be Well, Work Well: We are committed to sustainable performance and supporting our people in staying well. “Be Well, Work Well” is our effort to create an environment with thriving employees across six dimensions of energy: physical, emotional, mental, spiritual, social, and financial. You can benefit from a range of offerings: sustainable performance workshops, self-leadership and resilience sessions, nutrition webinars, yoga courses etc.
• Employee Assistance Service: Life has its ups and downs. We get that. Our free-of-charge, confidential Employee Assistance Service aims to provide our employees access to confidential counselling and advice and to assist them when they experience stressful events, times, or situations or deal with overwhelming emotions.
• Family Assistance: PwC Switzerland has partnered with familizy to help you with the search for a place in a daycare centre, recruitment of a nanny, schooling information, consulting, and nearby childcare solutions.
• Hybrid Flexible Working Model: We know flexibility is the new norm. That’s why you are empowered to work from the place that best suits your workday. PwC’s Hybrid Flexible Model enables you to spend part of your time working in the office and part at home (provided this is your preference) – unless you’re at your clients’ premises, which is of course always the priority.
• Part-time work: Whether you’re a student, a parent, or simply looking for a more manageable work schedule, part-time work can be an excellent option.
• Dress for your day: At PwC, we dress for our day. From dressing casually for coffee with the team to sometimes choosing business attire for client meetings. Every day is different; every client is different. Each day consider your work ahead. What will you be doing? Where will you be? Whom will you be with? We trust you to choose clothes that best represent yourself and the PwC brand that day.
• Parental leave: Becoming a parent is unforgettable. We don't want you to miss a moment of it.
• Vacation: We know it’s essential to take time away from work. Whether you get your energy from climbing mountains or spending time with family, you’ll get 25 days of vacation per financial year to refresh and recharge! And colleagues from age 50, directors and apprentices are entitled to 30 days’ vacation.
• Paid leave: A specific event might require your special attention. Therefore you can take time-off for special personal events such as your wedding, relocation, statutory duties, military, civil protection or civilian service and other events.
• Mobile Communication Services: Get a mobile subscription for business and private use with no data limitation and make and receive phone calls worldwide with no voice limitations at a very attractive price.
• Mobile phones: Claim CHF 1000.- every three years for a new iOS (Apple) mobile phone.
• Volunteering: You’re passionate about doing good and making a difference? That’s great, so are we. You can follow your passion by doing volunteer work.
• My Benefits: My Benefits is a portal that allows you to access various special offers and exclusive discounts from major retailers in the areas of entertainment, fashion, sports, travel, electronics and many more!
• Half Fare Travelcard: Get the SBB Half Fare Travelcard reimbursed. You can use it for both business and private purposes.
• Pension fund: Securing your tomorrow, today: Our very own pension fund provides you with generous contributions and tailored saving plans. Dive into our one-pager to uncover the benefits of our pension fund.
• Health insurance: You can benefit from discounted health insurance offers from our trusted partners.
• Accident insurance: With the additional accident insurance, you are covered for private ward in case of any accidents worldwide.