Audit Senior - Financial Services

BDO; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

BDO Auckland is seeking an Audit Senior to join our Financial Services Audit & Assurance team. You will work with Managers and Partners to deliver audits and assurance engagements for leading financial services clients, gaining exposure to complex regulatory environments and high-profile organisations.

You will own key audit areas, coach junior staff and build strong client relationships while advancing your technical expertise in financial services assurance.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years' audit experience in a professional services environment.
• Experience with financial services, regulated entities or complex audit clients is highly regarded.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related discipline.
• CA, CPA, ACCA or equivalent qualification (or working towards completion).
• Strong understanding of audit methodology and accounting standards.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• A proactive mindset and genuine interest in developing expertise within the financial services sector.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning, execution and completion of financial services audit and assurance engagements.
• Lead fieldwork and oversee the work of junior team members, providing coaching and support.
• Identify and assess key business, financial reporting and regulatory risks.
• Review accounting systems, controls and processes, making practical recommendations where appropriate.
• Prepare audit documentation and client deliverables, including financial statement reports and governance communications.
• Build strong relationships with clients and maintain regular communication throughout engagements.
• Ensure audit work is completed in accordance with professional standards, quality requirements and internal methodologies.
• Work collaboratively with Managers and Partners to deliver high-quality outcomes for clients.
• Contribute to a positive team culture and support the development of less experienced staff.

Skills

Audit

Financial services

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Job description

Work with a specialist Financial Services audit team and gain exposure to New Zealand's leading financial institutions

17th August, 2026

BE YOUR BEST AT BDO

At BDO, we pride ourselves on being one of the world’s leading accountancy and advisory organisations. We serve a diverse range of clients across every sector, but our true strength lies in our relationships.

We prioritise what matters to you adopting a partnership-style approach that ensures we are responsible, reliable and always keep our promises. Open and honest communication is at the heart of how we conduct business. Join us at BDO, where your success is our commitment.

About the role

We are looking for an Audit Senior to join our growing Financial Services Audit & Assurance team in Auckland. Working closely with Managers and Partners, you'll play a key role in delivering audits and assurance engagements across a range of financial services clients, gaining exposure to complex regulatory environments and high-profile organisations.

You’ll take ownership of key audit areas, support the development of junior team members, and build strong client relationships while continuing to deepen your technical expertise in financial services assurance.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning, execution and completion of financial services audit and assurance engagements.
• Lead fieldwork and oversee the work of junior team members, providing coaching and support.
• Identify and assess key business, financial reporting and regulatory risks.
• Review accounting systems, controls and processes, making practical recommendations where appropriate.
• Prepare audit documentation and client deliverables, including financial statement reports and governance communications.
• Build strong relationships with clients and maintain regular communication throughout engagements.
• Ensure audit work is completed in accordance with professional standards, quality requirements and internal methodologies.
• Work collaboratively with Managers and Partners to deliver high-quality outcomes for clients.
• Contribute to a positive team culture and support the development of less experienced staff.

17th August, 2026

BE YOUR BEST AT BDO

At BDO, we pride ourselves on being one of the world’s leading accountancy and advisory organisations. We serve a diverse range of clients across every sector, but our true strength lies in our relationships.

We prioritise what matters to you adopting a partnership-style approach that ensures we are responsible, reliable and always keep our promises. Open and honest communication is at the heart of how we conduct business. Join us at BDO, where your success is our commitment.

About the role

We are looking for an Audit Senior to join our growing Financial Services Audit & Assurance team in Auckland. Working closely with Managers and Partners, you'll play a key role in delivering audits and assurance engagements across a range of financial services clients, gaining exposure to complex regulatory environments and high-profile organisations.

You’ll take ownership of key audit areas, support the development of junior team members, and build strong client relationships while continuing to deepen your technical expertise in financial services assurance.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning, execution and completion of financial services audit and assurance engagements.
• Lead fieldwork and oversee the work of junior team members, providing coaching and support.
• Identify and assess key business, financial reporting and regulatory risks.
• Review accounting systems, controls and processes, making practical recommendations where appropriate.
• Prepare audit documentation and client deliverables, including financial statement reports and governance communications.
• Build strong relationships with clients and maintain regular communication throughout engagements.
• Ensure audit work is completed in accordance with professional standards, quality requirements and internal methodologies.
• Work collaboratively with Managers and Partners to deliver high-quality outcomes for clients.
• Contribute to a positive team culture and support the development of less experienced staff.

Experience

We are looking for someone who is technically capable, client-focused and eager to continue building their career within Financial Services Audit & Assurance:

• 3–5+ years' audit experience within a professional services environment.
• Experience working with financial services, regulated entities or complex audit clients is highly regarded.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related discipline.
• CA, CPA, ACCA or equivalent qualification (or working towards completion).
• Strong understanding of audit methodology and accounting standards.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• A proactive mindset and genuine interest in developing expertise within the financial services sector.

Your Future at BDO Auckland

When you join us, we’ll make your growth our priority. We offer a supportive environment where your professional development is a key focus. You'll have the opportunity to work on diverse projects, gain exposure to various industries and collaborate with experienced professionals. Our team values innovation, continuous learning and the ability to make a meaningful impact.

You must currently be based in New Zealand and hold permanent work rights to be considered for this position.