Audit - Senior Associate / Assistant Manager - Private Equity / Asset Management - 80-100 % - #45893

Line of Service

Assurance

Industry/Sector

Asset and Wealth Management

Specialism

Assurance

Management Level

Senior Associate

Job Description & Summary

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

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 and Financial Reporting Standards, Accounting Policies, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Artificial Intelligence (AI) Platform, Auditing, Auditing Methodologies, Client Management, Communication, Compliance Auditing, Complying With Regulations, Creativity, Data Analysis and Interpretation, Data Ingestion, Data Modeling, Data Quality, Data Security, Data Transformation, Data Visualization, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, External Audit {+ 24 more}

Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)

Travel Requirements

Up to 40%

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

No

Government Clearance Required?

No

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