Audit Associate - Hamilton

PwC New Zealand; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus opportunities

Company discounts

Generous referral bonuses

Formal learning pathways

Job summary

PwC New Zealand in Hamilton is seeking an Audit Associate to support external audit engagements across a range of clients and industries. You’ll help build trust through quality financial reporting, rigorous analysis and clear communication.

This permanent, full-time role requires a minimum of 37.5 hours per week, generally Monday to Friday. You will progress towards the Chartered Accountant qualification while gaining exposure to leading practices and clients.

Qualifications

• At least 12 months of practical audit experience, preferably at a professional services firm.
• A completed tertiary qualification in accounting, finance, commerce or a closely related discipline.
• Understanding of audit procedures, financial statements, supporting evidence and accounting standards.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to work well with clients and team members from different backgrounds.
• Progress towards, or eligibility and a commitment to work towards, a Chartered Accountant qualification or an equivalent recognised professional accounting qualification.
• Confidence using tools such as Microsoft Excel and accounting systems, with experience in MYOB, Xero, Reckon or similar helpful.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the planning and delivery of external audit engagements across a range of clients and industries
• Performing audit testing, financial analysis and risk assessment procedures
• Reviewing financial information, contracts, invoices and other supporting documentation
• Preparing audit workpapers in line with professional and regulatory requirements
• Identifying audit findings and discussing these with engagement team members and client stakeholders
• Collaborating with colleagues and clients to obtain audit evidence and meet engagement deadlines
• Applying Excel and audit technology to analyse information and improve audit quality

Skills

Audit experience

Microsoft Excel

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Accounting software familiarity

Education

Accounting/finance/commerce degree

Tools

MYOB

Xero

Reckon

Job description

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 Audit Associate based in Kirikiriroa / Hamilton, you’ll support audit engagements across a range of clients and industries, helping organisations build trust through quality financial reporting, careful analysis and clear communication.

This is a permanent, full-time role with a minimum of 37.5 guaranteed hours per week, generally worked Monday to Friday.

Your day-to-day could include:

• Supporting the planning and delivery of external audit engagements across a range of clients and industries
• Performing audit testing, financial analysis and risk assessment procedures
• Reviewing financial information, contracts, invoices and other supporting documentation
• Preparing clear, accurate and complete audit workpapers in line with professional and regulatory requirements
• Identifying audit findings and discussing these with engagement team members and client stakeholders
• Collaborating with colleagues and clients to obtain audit evidence, resolve queries and meet engagement deadlines
• Applying digital tools, including Microsoft Excel and audit technology, to analyse information and improve audit quality
• Building trusted working relationships while demonstrating professional judgement, integrity and attention to detail

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

• At least 12 months of practical audit experience, preferably at a professional services firm
• A completed tertiary qualification in accounting, finance, commerce or a closely related discipline
• Understanding of audit procedures, financial statements, supporting evidence and accounting standards.
• Strong attention to detail, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Confidence using tools such as Microsoft Excel and accounting systems, with experience in MYOB, Xero, Reckon or similar helpful.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to work well with clients and team members from different backgrounds.
• Progress towards, or eligibility and a commitment to work towards, a Chartered Accountant qualification or an equivalent recognised professional accounting qualification

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?

Hit Apply now. 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.

Grow here. Go further.

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.

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

Nau mai ngā tono wawe / We encourage early applications: This role may close before the listed date if we identify a suitable candidate.

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.