Senior External Audit Manager - Flexible Leadership & Strategy

Pwc Australia; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership development programs

Parental leave 26 weeks

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

PwC Australia is seeking a Manager in our CIPS Audit team to lead external audit engagements, manage client relationships, and deliver high-quality services across a diverse portfolio from growing companies to large, complex organisations.

You will lead planning, execution, and delivery, mentor audit teams, assess risks, and provide practical recommendations on financial reporting and regulatory changes, while driving continuous improvement and collaboration with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in external audit, CA qualification preferred
• Ability to lead and develop audit teams and handle multiple engagements
• Strong client relationship management and communication skills
• Deep knowledge of auditing standards and financial reporting frameworks
• Proven problem-solving and professional judgement

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and delivery of external audit engagements in accordance with standards
• Manage and mentor audit teams to ensure quality and efficiency
• Build strong client relationships by understanding business risks and audit needs
• Assess financial and control risks and develop audit strategies
• Advise on financial reporting matters and regulatory changes
• Drive continuous improvement in audit processes
• Collaborate with stakeholders to resolve complex audit issues

Skills

Leadership

Client relationship management

Auditing standards knowledge

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification

Job description

PwC Australia is seeking a Manager in our CIPS Audit team to lead external audit engagements, manage client relationships, and deliver high-quality services across a diverse portfolio from growing companies to large, complex organisations.

You will lead planning, execution, and delivery, mentor audit teams, assess risks, and provide practical recommendations on financial reporting and regulatory changes, while driving continuous improvement and collaboration with stakeholders.