Senior Auditor

Tyler Wren; Wellington; Hybrid; NZD 68,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected firm in Wellington seeks an experienced audit lead to manage a varied portfolio of clients with a focus on not-for-profits. This role involves mentoring junior staff, maintaining high technical standards, and fostering client relationships. The firm offers a collaborative environment, flexible working options, and clear career progression paths.

Benefits

Flexible work from home options

Additional leave benefits including birthday leave

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• 3+ years' external audit experience in public practice.
• Confident in managing audits from planning to completion.
• Strong communication skills with clients.

Responsibilities

• Lead audits from planning to completion with a focus on not-for-profits.
• Guide and mentor junior staff to enhance their capabilities.
• Develop trusted relationships with clients and provide timely advice.

Skills

Audit management

Mentoring

Client communication

Technical standards

Education

CA qualification (advantageous)

Tools

Audit Assistant

Cloud-based tools

Job description

About Our Client
Our client is a well-respected firm based in Wellington, known for combining the resources of a global network with the personal touch of a locally owned business. Their client base has a strong focus on not-for-profits, including charities and Māori trusts, balanced with a mix of for-profit organisations and commercial entities.

They’re known for their technical strength, community roots, and a friendly, down-to-earth culture. Staff are supported with clear progression pathways, flexible work options, and a collaborative environment where people feel genuinely valued.

About the Role

• Lead audits from planning through to completion across a varied portfolio, with a strong emphasis on not-for-profit and charitable clients
• Review audit files and maintain high technical standards across engagements
• Guide and mentor junior staff to build confidence and capability
• Develop trusted relationships with clients, providing clear, timely advice
• Play a role in continuous improvement of internal systems and processes

About You

• You have 3+ years’ external audit experience in a New Zealand public practice firm
• You’re confident managing audit engagements from planning to completion
• You enjoy mentoring junior staff and contributing to a collaborative team environment
• You communicate well with clients and can provide clear, practical advice
• CA qualification would be advantageous, but not essential
• Experience with Audit Assistant and cloud-based tools is a plus

What’s in it for You?

• Approachable, hands-on Partners who support your development
• Flexibility to work from home up to two days per week once settled
• Career progression with regular check-ins and clear next steps
• Additional leave benefits including birthday leave and wellbeing days
• A genuinely supportive, social team culture where people enjoy coming to work

Why work with Tyler Wren?

• 15+ years of experience in the Professional Services sector
• Job opportunities across New Zealand and Australia, with local recruiters in each location
• Many placements are not available through adverts
• Support at every stage, from career guidance to job search management including personalised interview prep to help you succeed

How to Apply:
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P: 09 930 9827
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