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Rachel Witherite · MBA · Masters '27
Corporate Contact Information
7172025995 (phone)
rachwith@wharton.upenn.edu
Education
The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA · 2027
MBA · Finance and Strategic Management
- Real Estate Club (VP Finance)
Women in Business (VP Finance)
Villanova School of Business, Villanova University
Villanova, PA · 2022
BBA · Accounting, Real Estate, and Business Analytics
- Executive Board for the Villanova Accounting Society
Peer Tutor for the School of Business
Bartley Medallion for Excellence in Business Analytics (medallion awarded annually by faculty in recognition of outstanding achievement; it is the highest distinction the school can bestow upon a graduating student and serves as visible reflection of significant contribution made by recipient to the life of the school community)
Experience
PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC)
Philadelphia, PA · 2022 - 2025
Senior Associate
- - Managed teams of up to 8 associates on audit engagements covering private equity real estate funds, REITs, and investment managers with $200B+ in AUM, overseeing execution, training, and quality control
- Collaborated with CFOs, controllers, and portfolio managers to present audit findings, resolve valuation issues, and cultivate strong client relationships that expanded engagement opportunities and generated new business for the firm
- Designed and implemented data analytics tools using Alteryx that cut testing time by ~20%, enhancing accuracy and accelerating delivery of financial insights
- Earned early promotion after two years (vs. typical three) by consistently ranking as a top-tier performer in annual performance reviews
Interests
- Real Estate Finance
- Private Equity
- Acquisitions
- Architecture/Planning
- Advisory/Consulting
- Investment Banking
- Development
- Asset Management
Regions of Interest for a job or internship
- Mid-Atlantic USA
- Northeast USA
- Northeast USA: New York Metropolitan Area
- Northeast USA: Philadelphia Metropolitan Area
Other Information
Certified Public Accountant
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