Audit Manager | Manager | PwC Private

PwC Australia; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership development programs

Inclusion and Diversity

Parental leave (up to 26 weeks)

Flexible work arrangements

Community impact

Job summary

PwC Australia is seeking a Manager in Private Audit to lead external audit engagements for private clients, owner-managed businesses, and high net worth individuals. You will manage relationships and deliver tailored audit services with strategic insight.

In this role, you’ll mentor teams, ensure high-quality outputs, and stay ahead of evolving standards while leveraging innovative audit methodologies for client-focused outcomes in Melbourne.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ external audit experience, preferably with private clients or owner-managed businesses, and a recognised Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop audit teams, manage multiple engagements, and deliver high-quality outcomes.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust and influence senior stakeholders within private client businesses.
• Strong knowledge of auditing standards, financial reporting frameworks, and regulatory requirements for private entities.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills to interpret complex financial information and business challenges.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of conveying audit findings clearly.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of external audit engagements tailored to private clients, ensuring regulatory and professional standards compliance.
• Manage and mentor audit teams, fostering a collaborative environment focused on quality and efficiency throughout the audit process.
• Build and sustain strong relationships with private clients, understanding their business structures and risk profiles.
• Identify and assess financial and control risks, developing audit strategies addressing client-specific challenges.
• Provide clients with practical advice on financial reporting, governance, and regulatory requirements relevant to private entities.
• Drive continuous improvement by embracing innovative audit methodologies and technologies to enhance service delivery.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to address complex audit issues and deliver client-focused solutions.

Skills

External audit leadership

CA qualification

Lead audit teams

Interpersonal skills

Auditing standards knowledge

Analytical thinking

Verbal and written communication

Education

Chartered Accountant (CA)

Job description

At PwC, we work together to create a better tomorrow for our people, our clients, and the communities we serve. As a Manager in our Private Audit team, you’ll play a pivotal role in leading external audit engagements focused on private clients, managing relationships with owner-managed businesses, family enterprises, and high net worth clients to deliver high-quality, tailored audit services.

Why PwC?

At PwC Australia, your skills meet purpose. We tackle big challenges across industries like finance, technology, energy, and health—giving you the chance to make a real impact. Here, your growth is our priority. You’ll work with leading teams, explore new technologies, and unlock your full potential.

Join a global community of more than 370,000 people who value bold ideas, collaboration, and lasting change. Together, we’re building trust and shaping the future.

What you’ll do

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of external audit engagements tailored to private clients, ensuring compliance with regulatory and professional standards.
• Manage and mentor audit teams, fostering a collaborative environment focused on quality and efficiency throughout the audit process.
• Build and sustain strong relationships with private clients, understanding their unique business structures, financial reporting needs, and risk profiles.
• Identify and assess financial and control risks, developing appropriate audit strategies to address client-specific challenges.
• Provide clients with practical and insightful advice on financial reporting, governance, and regulatory requirements relevant to private entities.
• Drive continuous improvement by embracing innovative audit methodologies and technologies to enhance service delivery.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to address complex audit issues and deliver client-focused solutions.

What we’re looking for

Core skills

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in external audit, preferably working with private clients or owner-managed businesses, and a recognised Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop audit teams, manage multiple engagements, and deliver consistent, high-quality outcomes.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust and influence senior stakeholders within private client businesses.
• Strong knowledge of auditing standards, financial reporting frameworks, and regulatory requirements applicable to private entities.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial information and business challenges to provide effective solutions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of conveying audit findings and recommendations clearly to diverse audiences.

What you’ll gain

• Leadership development programs and executive coaching designed to help you inspire teams and accelerate your career growth.
• A culture valuing diverse perspectives, empowering leaders to drive innovation and collaboration, learn more about our commitment to Inclusion and Diversity and First Nations Prosperity
• A world-class parental leave policy offering up to 26 weeks of leave for caregivers, supporting your family and personal life.
• Flexibility means trusting you to choose when, where, and how you work, balancing what’s best for you, your team, and your clients to grow and thrive together.
• Being part of a community united by purpose, delivering impact that reaches clients, communities, and the future you’re shaping.

We’re committed to treating all our job applicants fairly and with respect, irrespective of their actual or assumed background, disability, neurodivergence, or any other protected characteristic and to maintaining a safe, respectful workplace for everyone.We want you to have every opportunity to thrive in our selection process. In the application form, you can let us know what adjustments you require during our recruitment process and/or any workplace accommodations you anticipate needing to help you perform your role.

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