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Independence Senior Associate


Company : PwC


Location : Toronto, Toronto


Created : 2026-01-20


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Line of Service Internal Firm Services Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism IFS - Risk & Quality (R&Q) Management Level Senior Associate Job Description & Summary At PwC, our people in risk and compliance focus on maintaining regulatory compliance and managing risks for clients, providing advice, and solutions. They help organisations navigate complex regulatory landscapes and enhance their internal controls to mitigate risks effectively. Those in independence, ethics and business conduct at PwC facilitate adherence to ethical standards and promote a culture of integrity within the organisation. Working in this area, you will be responsible for developing and implementing policies and procedures to facilitate compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. Meaningful work you''ll be part of As an Independence Senior Associate, you''ll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve business issues, deliver high quality client service and operational efficiency. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Providing advice and guidance to Partners and staff to help them understand the complex nature of the independence rules including personal independence compliance and independence system support Day to day support of core Independence processes which are key operational activities Involvement in independence compliance monitoring activities, researching potential breaches, and drafting analysis and reporting Working virtually with offshore team members in India Involvement in ad-hoc projects, including general support to other independence activities The role requires a Senior Associate who has a practical, thorough and positive approach to problem solving, good with details, confident in liaising with individuals at all levels throughout the firm, has a client service mindset and enjoys acquiring new knowledge/technical skills Breadth and insight into the activities of the firm The ability to contribute directly to the firm achieving its performance goals, especially regarding growth, leading firm and quality An opportunity to develop a solid technical base and understanding of the independence rules the chance to be part of a solutions-focused, cohesive, vibrant team Experiences and skills you''ll use to solve Knowledge of the financial sector and an understanding of public accounting firms, their services and the regulatory environment is considered an asset Compliance/regulatory experience or audit experience is an asset Ability to interpret and apply policy to ensure regulatory compliance and support business operations Post secondary-education degree, preferably in business, finance or accounting Audit experience or experience working in the accounting or regulatory field A focus on client service, with an ability to share and collaborate with others Good project management skills and strong database and research skills Judgment and problem-solving skills and a high level of accuracy and attention to detail Conscientious, ambitious team player, with good self-management skills PwC Canada is committed to cultivating an inclusive, hybrid work environment. Exact expectations for your team can be discussed with your interviewer Thisposition ensures continuity and upholds our standards of excellence following the departure of a valued team member. The salary range for this position is $60,600 - $100,900.The posted salary rangerepresentsthe expected hiring range for PwC locations in major citycentres. Given our national recruiting approach, ranges may vary for positions in other locations. At PwC Canada, base salary isdeterminedby your skills, experience,qualificationsand work location.In addition to base salary, eligible employees may have opportunities toparticipatein variable incentive pay programs which are designed to reward individual and firm-wide achievements.We are committed to offering competitive compensation and adhere to all relevant pay transparency legislation. During the hiring process, our Talent Acquisition team will provide details about our comprehensive total rewards package. Why you''ll love PwC We''re inspiring and empowering our people to change the world. Powered by the latest technology, you''ll be a part of diverse teams helping public and private clients build trust and deliver sustained outcomes. This meaningful work, and our continuous development environment, will take your career to the next level. We reward your impact, and support your wellbeing, through a competitive compensation package, inclusive benefits and flexibility programs that will help you thrive in work and life. Learn more about our Application Process and Total Rewards Package at: PwC Canada acknowledges that we work and live across Turtle Island, on the land that is now known as Canada, which are the lands of the ancestral, treaty and unceded territories of the First Nations, Mtis and Inuit Peoples. We recognize the systemic racism, colonialism and oppression that Indigenous Peoples have experienced and still go through, and we commit to allyship and solidarity. Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified) Degrees/Field of Study required:Degrees/Field of Study preferred: Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified) Required Skills Optional Skills Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Accounting Practices, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Budget Monitoring, Business Ethics, Business Expansion, Code of Ethics, Communication, Compliance and Standards, Compliance Awareness, Compliance Oversight, Compliance Program Implementation, Compliance Review, Compliance Risk Assessment, Compliance Training, Corporate Compliance Programs, Creativity, Developing Policies and Guidelines, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Ethical Standards, Ethics Training {+ 19 more} Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified) Travel Requirements Not Specified Available for Work Visa Sponsorship? No Government Clearance Required? No Job Posting End Date We''re committed to providing accommodation throughout the application, interview, and employment process. If you require accommodation to be at your best, please let us know during the application process.The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in recruiting is just getting started, so we know you have questions about how and why we use it. At certain points during our recruiting process, we rely on AI to improve your experience. This could be during resume review or curating personalized job recommendations, asking you clarifying questions via a chatbot or during our interview scheduling to improve your experience. Our use of AI helps ensure we combat bias by evaluating candidates equally and fairly, without seeing identity information, such as your name, or gender for example). AI also helps us better predict successful hires by reviewing all applicants for a role and the relationship between your skills, experience and likely success at PwC Canada. While AI supports parts of our recruitment process, final hiring decisions always involve human review. For more information about our use and protection of your data, please refer to our Privacy Policy ).Nous tenons rpondre vos besoins tout au long du processus de demande d''emploi, d''entrevue et d''embauche. Si vous avez besoin de mesures d''adaptation pour tre parfaitement l''aise, faites-le-nous savoir l''tape de la demande d''emploi.L''utilisation de l''intelligence artificielle (IA) dans le domaine du recrutement en est ses balbutiements. Nous savons que vous pourriez vous demander comment et pourquoi nous y avons recours. certains stades de notre processus de recrutement, nous comptons sur l''IA pour amliorer votre exprience. Par exemple, pendant l''examen du curriculum vit ou l''laboration d''une liste de recommandations personnalises, un agent conversationnel pourrait vous demander des prcisions ou fixer avec vous un rendez-vous pour l''entrevue. L''IA nous aide mieux lutter contre les prjugs, car l''valuation des candidats se fait de faon juste et quitable, sans que les informations d''identification comme le nom ou le sexe soient connues. Elle nous permet galement de mieux reprer les bons candidats pour un poste et d''valuer le lien entre leurs comptences, leur exprience et leurs chances de russir chez PwC Canada. Bien que l''IA facilite certaines tapes de notre processus de recrutement, les dcisions finales d''embauche sont toujours prises par des personnes. Pour en savoir plus sur l''utilisation et la protection de vos donnes personnelles, consultez notre politique sur la protection des renseignements confidentiels ).