PwC Graduate Programme - Assurance - Audit (Hamilton)

PwC South Africa; Hamilton; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dress for your day

Graduate wellbeing allowance

Graduate sign-on bonus

PwC-funded professional qualifications

Study and exam leave

Latest technology and AI tools

Professional development

Job summary

PwC New Zealand is seeking graduates to join our Audit team in Kirikiriroa/Hamilton commencing in February 2027. You will help deliver audits that provide clarity and confidence to stakeholders, combining technical expertise with open communication and leading technology.

You’ll gain exposure to a wide range of industries and learn from Partners, Directors and Managers while building valuable skills. You’ll be supported with professional qualifications, mentoring, and opportunities to grow

Qualifications

• Be in your final year of study or recently graduated.
• A degree in Accounting, Commerce, Engineering, Computer Science, Psychology, Data Analytics, Management Studies, Mathematics, Science or another relevant discipline.
• Strong numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with audits and contribute to high-quality audit outcomes.
• Learn from Partners, Directors and Managers while developing technical and interpersonal skills.
• Engage with clients and colleagues to understand financial information and business operations.
• Demonstrate curiosity, proactivity and willingness to grow within PwC.

Job description

Management Level Specialist Job Description & Summary Open doors to every industry. Explore Assurance at PwC. At PwC, our purpose is clear: to build trust in society and solve important problems. Join our diverse whānau, where you’ll be empowered to unlock your potential. We equip you with the latest technology, tailored coaching, and the confidence to make a real impact from day one. Our culture is centred around our people because we believe your development is paramount. You’ll take on meaningful challenges, learn from experienced professionals, and build a rewarding career in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Alongside competitive pay, we support your professional growth through a wide range of benefits, including:

• Dress for your day: Embrace a dress code that adapts to your agenda.
• Graduate Wellbeing: Annual wellbeing allowance.
• Graduate Sign-on Bonus: A competitive sign-on bonus when you join us as a Graduate.
• PwC-funded Professional Qualifications: Support towards CA ANZ, CPA and other business-related qualifications.
• Study and Exam Leave: Paid leave to support your professional studies, including graduation leave.
• Latest Technology and AI Tools: Work with cutting-edge technology and receive a laptop to help you succeed.
• Professional Development: Access mentoring, coaching and learning programmes to develop your technical and human skills.
• Discounted Health Insurance: Access affordable health coverage.
• Life and Income Insurance: Comprehensive coverage for added peace of mind.
• Exclusive Discounts: Personal travel, accommodation and retail discounts.
• Social Club: Connect with colleagues through sport, culture, food and social events.
• People Networks: Connect with diverse groups including Manukura, Pacific Village, Shine (LGBTQ+) and more.
• PwC Foundation: Volunteer and give back to the community in meaningful ways.

The Opportunity

We’re looking for Graduates to join our Audit team in Kirikiriroa/Hamilton commencing in February 2027. Our Audit team builds trust in how organisations report their performance. You’ll help deliver audits that give stakeholders clarity and confidence, combining technical expertise, open communication and leading technology. It is work that goes beyond compliance, helping organisations make better decisions and grow with confidence. PwC’s Audit team works with some of New Zealand's highest-profile, most interesting and pioneering organisations. You’ll gain exposure to a wide range of industries and learn directly from Partners, Directors and Managers while building valuable technical, commercial, digital and interpersonal skills. No two days are the same. You’ll work with clients and colleagues to understand complex financial information, solve problems and contribute to high-quality audit outcomes. You’ll be encouraged to ask questions, think independently, take ownership of your work and step into more responsibility as you grow.

What you’ll bring

• Be in your final year of study, recently graduated or continuing your studies after completing a summer internship.
• A degree in Accounting, Commerce, Engineering, Computer Science, Psychology, Data Analytics, Management Studies, Mathematics, Science or another relevant discipline.
• Strong numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• An interest in understanding organisations, financial information and how businesses operate.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to engage with clients and colleagues.
• A curious, proactive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• A collaborative approach and the ability to build strong relationships.
• Comfort working with technology, data and emerging AI-enabled ways of working.
• An interest in working towards a professional qualification such as CA ANZ, CPA or CFA.

Eligibility

Applications are open to New Zealand and Australian citizens and permanent residents. Candidates on student or work visas may only apply for roles within our Audit, Centre of Innovation and Technology (CIT), and Internal Audit & GRC teams, provided they meet the relevant eligibility criteria. For more information, please visit pwc.co.nz/studentcareers.

Join us at PwC and embark on a career where you’ll continue to learn, grow and make a difference from day one. Grow here. Go further.

• Travel Requirements Not Specified
• Available for Work Visa Sponsorship? No
• Job Posting End Date

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.