Audit Manager | Manager | PwC Private

PwC

Sydney

On-site

AUD 150,000 - 190,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Leadership development programs

Parental leave (up to 26 weeks)

Flexible work arrangements

Global community and impact

Job summary

PwC Australia is seeking a Manager in the Private Clients Audit team to lead external audit engagements for owner-managed businesses, family enterprises, and high net worth clients. You will manage audit teams, foster relationships with clients, and deliver tailored audit services that meet regulatory standards.

You will mentor staff, assess risks, and provide insights on financial reporting and governance.

Qualifications

Minimum 5 years external audit experience, preferably with private clients or owner-managed businesses.
Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification.
Demonstrated ability to lead audit teams and manage multiple engagements.
Strong interpersonal skills to influence senior stakeholders."
Knowledge of auditing standards, financial reporting frameworks, and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

Lead planning, execution, and delivery of external audit engagements for private clients.
Manage and mentor audit teams to ensure quality and efficiency.
Build and sustain relationships with private clients and understand their business structures.
Identify and assess financial and control risks; develop audit strategies.
Provide practical advice on financial reporting, governance and regulatory requirements.
Drive continuous improvement with innovative audit methodologies and technologies.

Skills

Leadership

Audit Management

Private Clients

Stakeholder Management

Regulatory Knowledge

Communication

Analytical Thinking

Education

Chartered Accountant (CA)

Job description

Job Description & Summary

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 Clients Audit team,you’llplay 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 makeareal impact. Here, your growth is our priority.You’llwork with leading teams, explorenew technologies, and unlock your full potential.

Join a global community ofmore than370,000 peoplewhovalue bold ideas, collaboration, and lastingchange. Together,we’rebuilding trust and shaping the future.

Whatyou’lldo:

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
Identifyand assess financial and control risks, developingappropriate auditstrategies 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

Whatwe’relooking for:

Minimum 5 years’ experience in external audit, preferably working with private clients or owner-managed businesses, and arecognisedChartered 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.

Whatyou’llgain:

Leadership development programs and executive coaching designed to help you inspire teams and accelerate your career growth.
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—balancingwhat’sbest 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 futureyou’reshaping.

We know that perks are as important as your financial rewards. Explore all the benefits that PwC has to offer here.

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. 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 requireduring our recruitment process and/or any workplace accommodations youanticipateneeding to help you perform your role.

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