September 2027 - Risk Services (Non-CPA) - Full-time - Ottawa

PwC South Africa; Ottawa; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible health benefits

Mental health support

Volunteer time off

Job summary

PwC Canada is seeking an Associate in our Risk Services, IT Audit team. You will assess technology controls underpinning the reliability and security of client information systems, working with experienced professionals to learn about IT governance, cybersecurity, data integrity, and system implementations across diverse industries.

This role emphasizes documenting audit evidence, analyzing control deficiencies, communicating with lead advisors, and building strong client relationships while

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate university program in Business Technology Management or related area
• Motivated to learn about technologies, IT practices and standards, infrastructure-related risks and controls
• Motivated to learn about IT risks and internal controls, including control objectives and procedures
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and ability to work independently or in a team

Responsibilities

• Conduct audit work efficiently while meeting timelines and budgets
• Maintain constant communication with the lead advisor and/or director for assignments
• Document audit evidence clearly and concisely and validate its relevance and quality
• Analyze the impact of control deficiencies on financial data and the audit strategy
• Build and maintain collaborative relationships within the department and with clients
• Monitor external IT trends (security, authentication, threat and risk assessments) and acquire knowledge on these topics
• Identify business development opportunities to offer services from other departments to clients and to present services to new clients

Skills

Auditing

Data Analysis

Communication

GAAS

Information Security

Education

Business Technology Management

Job description

Line of Service Assurance Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism Conduct and Compliance Management Level Associate Job Description & Summary At PwC Canada, we’re more than a professional services firm—we’re a community of solvers tackling the world’s most important problems. As an Associate in our Risk Services practice, you’ll be part of a diverse, inclusive team that values your perspective and empowers you to make a real impact. You’ll build relationships, gain hands‑on experience with cutting‑edge technologies, and contribute to work that matters—whether it’s helping clients navigate complex challenges or driving trust in their reporting. You’ll be joining a firm that’s invested in your success from day one. As a new Associate in our Risk Services Practice, you’ll also gain hands‑on experience with experienced professionals and be exposed to our innovative AI and digital tools to help you build future‑ready capabilities in data, technology, and business acumen. Working with market‑leading clients across diverse industries, you’ll be exposed to complex, real‑world challenges that accelerate your professional growth. Beyond your work, PwC Canada offers a comprehensive health and wellness benefits package, including mental health support, flexible work options, and paid time off to volunteer in your community. You’ll also have access to leadership development opportunities, inclusive employee networks, and a vibrant culture that values belonging, purpose, and continuous learning. Grow here, go further.

The Opportunity: Audit IT

A career in our IT Audit team will provide you with the opportunity to assess and strengthen the technology controls that underpin the reliability, security, and integrity of our clients' information systems. You will work directly with experienced professionals to evaluate IT environments, systems, and processes that support financial reporting and business operations for organizations across a variety of sectors. Your work may include reviewing IT general controls, application controls, cybersecurity measures, data integrity, and system implementations, as well as providing audit support to internal and external audit teams. You will help clients understand how technology risks impact their business and provide insights that enhance trust and confidence in their systems.

In this role, you will:

• Conduct audit work efficiently while meeting the timelines and budgets set during the planning phase.
• Maintain constant communication with the lead advisor and/or director responsible for the assignments given to you.
• Clearly and concisely document audit evidence obtained during audit execution and validate its relevance and quality.
• Analyze the impact of control deficiencies identified during audit execution on financial data and the overall audit strategy.
• Build and maintain collaborative relationships within the department and with clients.
• Actively monitor external trends in IT, remote access features, authentication mechanisms, threat and risk assessments, penetration testing, and vulnerability assessments, and acquire knowledge on these topics.
• Identify business development opportunities to offer services from other departments to our clients and to present our services to new potential clients.

Experiences and skills you’ll use to solve:

• Enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate university program in Business Technology Management or related area or related area
• Motivated to learn about technologies, IT practices and standards, infrastructure‑related risks and controls in the areas of security and IT, as well as IT control frameworks
• Motivated to learn about the analysis of IT risks and internal controls, including the establishment of control objectives and the design of control procedures
• Motivated to learn about analyzing the impact of IT risks and internal controls on organizations’ financial, strategic, and operational objectives
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic and constantly evolving environment
• Recognized strong analytical, conceptualization, and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Strong skills in prioritization and problem‑solving
• Valid Federal Government security clearance or ability to obtain one (Include if in Ottawa)

Note: We only allow you to submit one application; however you are able to select a second and third office preference.

The position is eligible for PwC Canada’s Award and Mentorship Programs.

Why you’ll love PwC:

• Personalized Benefits & Wellbeing: Choose flexible health, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage.
• Access mental health support ($3,500 annually), virtual care, and up to a $750 lifestyle account for wellness, fitness, and personal growth.
• Boost your retirement savings with employer matching and take advantage of financial planning resources and banking programs.
• Unlock coaching, mentoring, and clear career paths to help you reach your potential.
• Enjoy up to 31 paid days off including summer and winter office closures, substitute a public holiday to observe your religious holiday, or take part in international remote work options to extend your time abroad.
• Inclusive, Purpose-Driven Culture: Join a diverse, supportive team where you can be your authentic self, build lifelong relationships, and help shape tomorrow.

PwC Canada acknowledges that we work and live across Turtle Island, on the land that is now known as Canada, which are the lands of the ancestral, treaty and unceded territories of the First Nations, Métis and Inuit Peoples. We recognize the systemic racism, colonialism and oppression that Indigenous Peoples have experienced and still go through, and we commit to allyship and solidarity.

Requirements

Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)

Degrees/Field of Study required:

Degrees/Field of Study preferred:

Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)

Required Skills

• Accepting Feedback
• Accepting Feedback
• Active Listening
• Artificial Intelligence (AI) Platform
• Auditing
• Auditing Methodologies
• Client Management
• Communication
• Compliance Program Implementation
• Data Analysis and Interpretation
• Data Ingestion
• Data Modeling
• Data Quality
• Data Security
• Data Transformation
• Data Visualization
• Emotional Regulation
• Empathy
• External Audit
• Financial Reporting
• Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS)
• Governance Framework
• Inclusion
• Information Security
• Intellectual Curiosity {+ 17 more}

Optional Skills

• Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)
• Travel Requirements Not Specified
• Available for Work Visa Sponsorship? No
• Government Clearance Required? No
• Job Posting End Date

We’re committed to providing accommodation throughout the application, interview, and employment process. If you require accommodation to be at your best, please let us know during the application process.

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in recruiting is just getting started, so we know you have questions about how and why we use it. At certain points during our recruiting process, we rely on AI to improve your experience. This could be during resume review or curating personalized job recommendations, asking you clarifying questions via a chatbot or during our interview scheduling to improve your experience. Our use of AI helps ensure we combat bias by evaluating candidates equally and fairly, without seeing identity information, such as your name, or gender for example). AI also helps us better predict successful hires by reviewing all applicants for a role and the relationship between your skills, experience and likely success at PwC Canada. While AI supports parts of our recruitment process, final hiring decisions always involve human review. For more information about our use and protection of your data, please refer to our Privacy Policy (https://www.pwc.com/ca/en/privacy-policy.html).

Nous tenons à répondre à vos besoins tout au long du processus de demande d’emploi, d’entrevue et d’embauche. Si vous avez besoin de mesures d’adaptation pour être parfaitement à l’aise, faites‑le-nous savoir à l’étape de la demande d’emploi. L’utilisation de l’intelligence artificielle (IA) dans le domaine du recrutement en est à ses balbutiements. Nous savons que vous pourriez vous demander comment et pourquoi nous y avons recours. À certains stades de notre processus de recrutement, nous comptons sur l’IA pour améliorer votre expérience. Par exemple, pendant l’examen du curriculum vitæ ou l’élaboration d’une liste de recommandations personnalisées, un agent conversationnel pourrait vous demander des précisions ou fixer avec vous un rendez‑vous pour l’entrevue. L’IA nous aide à mieux lutter contre les préjugés, car l’évaluation des candidats se fait de façon juste et équitable, sans que les informations d’identification comme le nom ou le sexe soient connues. Elle nous permet également de mieux repérer les bons candidats pour un poste et d’évaluer le lien entre leurs compétences, leur expérience et leurs chances de réussir chez PwC Canada. Bien que l’IA facilite certaines étapes de notre processus de recrutement, les décisions finales d’embauche sont toujours prises par des personnes. Pour en savoir plus sur l’utilisation et la protection de vos données personnelles, consultez notre politique sur la protection des renseignements confidentiels (https://www.pwc.com/ca/fr/privacy-policy.html).