Assurance - Senior Manager - Non Financial Services Audit

PwC; Auckland; On-site; NZD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Wellbeing allowance

Sonder/EAP/Headspace

15 days’ paid sick leave

Group-rate health insurance

Job summary

PwC New Zealand in Auckland is seeking an experienced audit professional to join our Assurance team as a Senior Manager. The role leads complex external audits, manages client relationships, and contributes to the growth of our Assurance practice.

You will guide teams, champion audit quality, and influence how we work across a collaborative environment. You will bring 7+ years of external audit experience, strong technical knowledge, and a commercial mindset, with the ability to develop talent

Qualifications

• 7+ years extensive external audit experience within a professional services environment, supported by strong technical knowledge of auditing standards and financial reporting.
• Sound commercial judgement and the confidence to lead complex engagements with senior stakeholders.
• Experience across industries including manufacturing, utilities, infrastructure, real estate, consumer markets or tech is advantageous.
• Excellent relationship-building and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex matters into practical insights.
• A passion for leading and developing people and fostering a collaborative, inclusive team culture.
• Strong project management and organisational skills to balance budgets and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Leading complex statutory audit engagements from planning through to completion, ensuring delivery quality and risk management.
• Build public trust through high-quality financial statement audits that enhance transparency.
• Develop trusted relationships with senior client stakeholders and provide practical, value-adding insights.
• Lead, coach and empower high-performing teams while fostering an inclusive culture.
• Champion the use of technology, data-driven insights to improve audit quality and efficiency.
• Contribute to the growth and strategic direction of the Auckland Assurance practice.

Skills

Audit leadership

Stakeholder management

Commercial acumen

Team coaching

Communication

Project management

Job description

Kia ora, Be a catalyst for transformation. Shape the future 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. Join a high-performing, forward-thinking Assurance team where collaboration, innovation and fresh perspectives shape how we work. As part of New Zealand’s leading professional services firm, you’ll work with some of the country’s most recognised organisations, building trusted relationships and delivering meaningful audit engagements across a diverse range of industries. Surrounded by talented colleagues and business leaders who champion our values of care, integrity and teamwork, you’ll have the opportunity to influence outcomes, develop others and help shape the future of Assurance.

Ngā kōrero mo tēnei tūranga / About the role

We’re looking for an experienced audit professional to join our Assurance team as a Senior Manager in our Tāmaki Makaurau / Auckland office. In this full-time role (Monday to Friday, minimum 37.5 hours per week), you’ll take a leadership role in delivering high-quality external audit engagements, managing complex client relationships and contributing to the ongoing success of our Assurance practice. You’ll have the opportunity to influence how we work, champion audit quality and innovation, and develop the next generation of audit professionals. This is an opportunity to bring your technical expertise and commercial perspective to a collaborative, ambitious team, while continuing to grow your leadership career and make a meaningful impact for our clients and the wider business community.

Your day-to-day could include:

• Leading complex statutory audit engagements from planning through to completion, taking ownership of delivery, quality, risk management and continuous improvement
• Building public trust through the delivery of high-quality financial statement audits that strengthen financial integrity, transparency and confidence in our clients' reporting
• Developing trusted relationships with senior client stakeholders, understanding their commercial priorities and providing practical, value-adding insights that go beyond compliance
• Leading, coaching and empowering high-performing teams, supporting the development of Managers and emerging talent while fostering an inclusive, collaborative team culture
• Championing the use of advanced technology, data-driven insights and innovative approaches to enhance audit quality, efficiency and the client experience
• Contributing to the growth and strategic direction of our Auckland Assurance practice, identifying opportunities to strengthen client relationships, develop our people and continuously improve how we deliver audit services

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

• 7+ years extensive external audit experience within a professional services environment, supported by strong technical knowledge of auditing standards, financial reporting requirements and audit methodology
• Sound commercial judgement and the confidence to lead complex engagements, navigate challenging matters and build credibility with senior stakeholders
• Experience in non-financial services, particularly manufacturing, utilities, infrastructure, consumer markets, retail, real estate and tech would be advantageous - although we welcome candidates with experience across other industries
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently with clients and colleagues, translating complex technical matters into clear, practical insights
• A genuine passion for leading and developing people, with the ability to inspire high-performing teams, encourage collaboration and create an environment where others can thrive
• Excellent project management and organisational skills, with the ability to balance competing priorities, manage budgets and deadlines, and consistently deliver high-quality outcomes

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

Travel Requirements Up to 20%

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship? Yes

Job Posting End Date November30,2026

Are you ready to make a difference? Want to unlock new value by applying your unique perspective and talents? You can grow exponentially at PwC. Here, you can uncover hidden talents, build lifelong relationships rooted in trust and empathy and turn challenges into opportunities for innovation. We’ll help you grow your skills through challenging, meaningful work so you can go further.

To learn how you can grow and shine in your career at PwC, visit our careers site at https://www.pwc.co.nz/careers.html.

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