PwC Graduate Programme - Assurance - Audit (Feb 2026)

Prosple; Barrow-in-Furness; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services firm is seeking a Graduate to join their Audit team. This role allows you to engage with various businesses, enhancing your numerical skills and solving complex challenges. You'll have the chance to learn directly from experienced professionals in a supportive environment while contributing to building trust in financial reporting. Candidates with degrees in Accounting, Data Analytics, or related fields are encouraged to apply. This position offers competitive benefits and development opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Flexible dress code

Wellbeing allowance

Travel and accommodation discounts

Paid parental leave

Life and income insurance

Graduation leave

Qualifications

• Passionate about solving complex challenges.
• Great numerical skills and willing to apply them in business.
• Open-minded background considerations.

Responsibilities

• Join the Audit team to help build trust with clients.
• Utilize cutting-edge technology in financial audits.
• Learn directly from partners and industry leaders.

Skills

Numerical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Degree in Accounting, Computer Science, Data Analytics, Mathematics, or Sciences

Professional qualification trajectory (CAANZ, CPA, CFA)

Job description

At PwC, you won't just be part of a team; you'll belong to our whānau, a dynamic community of problem solvers who thrive on embracing differences. Picture a place where your uniqueness isn't just valued; it's the driving force behind groundbreaking solutions. We're not just about jobs; we're about unleashing your potential.

PwC empowers you with cutting‑edge technology, personalised coaching, and the trust to make a difference. We believe that through collaboration, we unlock the true potential of our people, elevate our clients, and impact society. Are you ready to redefine success with us? PwC is more than just a workplace; it's a place where your authentic self meets endless possibilities.

In addition to the day‑to‑day things that build our culture – such as fresh fruit in the office, our network groups that celebrate our diversity, and recognition events – we also offer competitive pay, support your professional development and cover a number of benefits so you don’t have to. That’s in addition to the great opportunities that come from working at one of the most recognised professional services brands in the world! Some of the benefits include the following:

• Flexible working arrangements – choose a way that works for you
• "Dress for your day" – flexible dress code
• The option to purchase an additional two weeks of leave
• Once you become a Graduate you are entitled to the Wellbeing allowance - $250 per year for you to spend on your own wellbeing
• Personal travel and accommodation discounts
• Access to our many community groups like the Manukura Practice, Pacific Village or Shine (LGBTI+)
• PwC's paid parental leave applies to all parents regardless of gender, so all our employees can be involved with raising their children
• Life and income continuance insurance
• Extras – choose a wide variety of discounted services and products from our suppliers
• Graduation leave

In our Audit team, we’re looking for a Graduate to join us in Ahuriri/Napier in February 2026.

Building trust in today’s dynamic and uncertain world is critically important for businesses and their stakeholders both here in Aotearoa New Zealand and globally. At PwC New Zealand, our Audit team is at the forefront of helping businesses build trust through their reported financial and non‑financial information. This is at the heart of our purpose and is what our team does every day at PwC.

In a world where credibility is paramount, our Audit team works with companies to deliver integrity and transparency to their reporting. We examine the full spectrum of information that drives business performance and stakeholder confidence. From family businesses to some of New Zealand’s largest enterprises, Audit enables companies to build trust with their customers and within the market by providing assurance over their disclosures, opening up new commercial opportunities.

PwC’s Audit team works with some of New Zealand’s highest profile, most interesting and pioneering businesses and it is the combination of our market‑leading tools and technology, combined with the experience and expertise of our people that really make a difference, for both our clients and individuals in the firm.

As auditors, our role is constantly evolving. While financial audits remain our core focus, the team have delivered digital upskilling. We stay ahead of the curve in areas like sustainability and integrated reporting including environmental, social and governance elements (ESG). These aspects are critical to society and to our role as auditors, both now and into the future.

Joining our team means you’ll work with a diverse range of clients and businesses, playing a pivotal role in helping companies here build trust with their customers and in the market. You'll have the opportunity to learn directly from our Partners, Directors, and Managers, gaining valuable technical, commercial, digital, and interpersonal skills through a wide range of experiences.

A role within Audit means that you’ll learn how to unravel complex financial situations, collaborate with industry leading professionals,and utilise cutting‑edge technology. You will contribute to making a meaningful impact on the success and trustworthiness of businesses within New Zealand.

If you are looking for a Graduate role, at PwC we are open-minded in terms of your background.

If you are passionate about solving complex challenges, have great numerical skills and want to apply that to business, then we will consider your degree alongside your whole application.

We are open to considering a wide range of degrees:

• Accounting
• Computer Science
• Data Analytics
• Mathematics
• Sciences

However, we do have a preference for those who are on the trajectory towards a professional qualification like those offered by Chartered Accountants, Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ), Chartered Professional Accountants Australia (CPA) or Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)

Does this sound like the perfect fit for you? Submit your application now!

Please ensure you have your CV and academic transcript ready. In the application form for this role we will also ask you to let us know if you would consider other roles, once you have filled that part out we'll take care of the rest so no need to apply more than once.

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