Position: Deals Forensic Services Associate Location: Shanghai Line of Service: Deals Type of employment: Permanent - Full-time About Forensic Services PwC Deals Forensic Services team helps clients identify, respond to, and remediate issues relating to fraud, bribery and corruption, and other forms of economic crime. In China, our team has extensive experience supporting clients with internal investigations, fraud risk assessments, integrity due diligence, and compliance programme enhancement. We help clients respond to time-critical situations, resolve complex business issues, and mitigate legal, regulatory, and commercial risks. We serve multinational corporations and leading domestic companies across a broad range of industries, including pharmaceuticals, medical devices, financial services, automotive, manufacturing, technology, and consumer products. Job description As part of PwC Deals Forensic Services practice, you will have the opportunity to work on engagements that combine forensic accounting, digital forensics, data analytics, and business advisory services. As an Associate, you will support the execution of client engagements while contributing to the growth of the practice. Depending on whether you join the Forensic Accounting or Forensic Technology team, you will participate in a wide range of engagements, including: • Assisting with investigations into fraud, asset misappropriation, bribery and corruption, conflicts of interest, and other forms of misconduct; • Reviewing financial, business, and electronic evidence to establish facts and identify potential risks; • Supporting complex investigations through digital forensic procedures, including electronic evidence preservation, eDiscovery, and data analytics; • Participating in integrity due diligence, compliance reviews, and internal control assessments. Reporting Line: Reports to: Forensic Manager Requirements We welcome applications from graduates of all academic disciplines. Preference will be given to: • Forensic Accounting Team: Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or related disciplines; • Digital Forensics Team: Computer Science, Information Systems, Management Information Systems, Electronic Engineering, or related disciplines. Successful candidates should demonstrate: • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; • Excellent attention to detail; • Strong written and verbal communication skills. (Chinese Mainland office: Fluency in both written and spoken English and Mandarin Chinese; Hong Kong office: Fluency in written and spoken English; Mandarin proficiency is an advantage); • Strong organisational skills and the ability to work independently; • Resilience and adaptability when working on complex, ambiguous, or time-sensitive matters; • High ethical standards, integrity, and discretion when handling sensitive or confidential information; • A genuine passion for forensic accounting, strong commercial acumen, and an intellectual curiosity to understand how businesses operate, how internal controls are designed and may fail, and how fraud and other forms of misconduct can occur; • A willingness to embrace new technologies and an interest in applying Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning, and Generative AI to investigations, compliance, document review, and data analytics; • The aspiration, commitment, and capability to obtain relevant professional qualifications, such as CPA, CFE, or other relevant technical certifications. Preferred skills for Forensic Technology candidates: Candidates with experience or knowledge in one or more of the following areas are encouraged to apply: • Computer and mobile device forensics, eDiscovery, or information security; • PC and server hardware, operating systems, and enterprise email systems; • SQL and relational database (RDBMS) concepts; • Programming languages such as Python, Java, or C++; • Business intelligence and data visualisation tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or QlikView; • ETL and data preparation tools such as Alteryx or SSIS. At PwC, we are committed to helping our people grow professionally and personally. We offer: • Comprehensive business and technical training; • Support for professional qualification examinations; • Opportunities to work on challenging engagements across industries; • A collaborative and inclusive working environment; • Clear career development and progression opportunities. If you are interested in joining our team, please click “Apply” to submit your application. We look forward to meeting you at PwC and helping you build a rewarding career in Deals Forensic Services.