Associate - Audit Auckland

PwC; Auckland; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Referral bonuses

Retail discounts

Global network

AI tools & training

Wellbeing allowance

Parental leave

Job summary

PwC New Zealand is seeking an Associate in our Audit team to deliver high-quality financial statement audits across banking, insurance, real estate, funds and trusts. You’ll work with client stakeholders and engagement teams to understand reporting processes, assess risks and support trusted financial information.

Your day-to-day includes preparing workpapers, performing procedures, analysing controls, and communicating clearly with clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s qualification in accounting or closely related subject.
• Chartered Accountant membership or equivalent, either in progress or attained.
• At least 18 months’ external audit experience within a professional services firm.
• Knowledge of accounting and financial reporting standards; interest in industry expertise.

Responsibilities

• Preparing audit workpapers and deliverables in line with PwC methodologies and quality standards.
• Performing audit procedures across key financial statement areas and taking ownership of allocated work.
• Analysing financial information, internal controls and business processes to identify risks and opportunities.
• Communicating clearly with clients and colleagues to investigate and resolve audit matters.
• Using technology, data and digital tools to improve audit quality, efficiency and insights.

Skills

Accounting degree

CA/CPA in progress

External audit experience

Accounting standards knowledge

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s in accounting

Job description

Management Level

Associate

Job Description & Summary

Kia ora,

Do more than take the next step. Take the next leap. Explore careers at PwC New Zealand. At PwC, our purpose is clear: to build trust in society and solve important problems.

This is a place to keep growing. You’ll learn from the best, take on meaningful challenges, and make a lasting impact for our clients, our communities, and Aotearoa.

Ngā kōrero mo tēnei tūranga / About the role

As an Associate in our Audit team, you’ll help deliver high-quality financial statement audits for clients across sectors such as banking, insurance, real estate, funds and trusts. You’ll work closely with client stakeholders and engagement teams to understand reporting processes, assess risks, and support work that helps build trust in financial information.

Your day-to-day could include:

• Preparing audit workpapers and deliverables in line with PwC methodologies and quality standards.




• Performing audit procedures across key financial statement areas and taking ownership of allocated work.




• Analysing financial information, internal controls and business processes to identify risks, issues and opportunities.




• Communicating clearly with clients and colleagues to investigate and resolve audit matters.




• Using technology, data and digital tools to improve audit quality, efficiency and insights.

Ngā pūkenga ka kawea mai e koe, ka whakawhanakehia rānei i tēnei tūranga / Skills you will bring or develop in this role

• A relevant Bachelor’s or Master’s qualification in accounting or a closely related subject.




• Chartered Accountant membership or equivalent, either in progress or attained.




• At least 18 months’ experience in an external audit role within a professional services firm.




• Knowledge of accounting and financial reporting standards, with an interest in building deeper industry expertise.




• Strong organisation, time management and problem-solving skills.




• Clear written and verbal communication, with the ability to explain complex information in a practical way.




• A collaborative approach and confidence working with clients, colleagues and wider teams.

If you don’t meet every requirement, we still want to hear from you - your skills and potential may be a great fit.

Ngā āhuatanga hirahira o te mahi ki PwC / Highlights of working at PwC NZ

• Rewards - Discretionary bonus opportunities; generous referral bonuses; retail discounts & deals




• Growth - Global network; leadership development; A.I. tools and training; formal learning pathways




• Wellbeing - $250 annual wellbeing allowance; Life & income protection; Sonder/EAP/Headspace; 15 days’ paid sick leave; group-rate health insurance (eligibility applies)




• Reputation - PwC is known for shaping tomorrow. Join us and you’ll accelerate your career while helping clients and communities solve their most important problems.




• Flexibility - Flexible working; supportive coaching culture




• Time off - Two paid recognition days off provided each year during our annual summer shutdown period; purchase up to two extra weeks’ annual leave




• Whānau & community - Paid parental leave for all parents with flexible options and financial planning support; inclusive networks; paid volunteering leave

Mō te aha tāu e tatari ana? / What are you waiting for?

Ngā whakautu ki o pātai / Your questions answered

Motuhake / Independence: Maintaining independence is fundamental to demonstrating that PwC has not been influenced by any relationships or situations that undermine our objectivity. This role requires an independence review process.

Atamai hangahanga / A.I. usage: Please note that secure, A.I.-enabled tools may support parts of our recruitment process, but all applications are reviewed and decisions made by our people.

Tono tika mai We’re not currently partnering with recruitment agencies for this role. If you’d like to be considered, we’d love to hear from you.

Travel Requirements

Up to 20%

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

No

Job Posting End Date

September 2, 2026