Seattle - Audit - Associate - Winter 2027

PwC International; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

PwC in Seattle is seeking an Audit Associate to support audit engagements within our Assurance practice, contributing to planning, testing, and documentation tied to financial statement review and accounting analysis. You will learn, engage with client work, adapt to priorities, and build a foundation in technical accounting, communication, teamwork, and quality delivery.

The role involves performing external audit procedures, reviewing financial documents, testing internal controls, applying

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or have completed a Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• At least a 3.0 overall GPA.
• Before starting full-time at PwC, meet the educational requirements to be eligible to sit for the CPA exam in your intended state of employment.
• Client service associate positions are entry-level roles and job seekers have completed or are in the process of completing their final academic year of educational requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform external audit procedures on financial statements, account balances, and disclosures in line with auditing methodology and GAAS.
• Review and verify financial documents, accounting records, and supporting schedules for accuracy and completeness.
• Test internal controls, identify control gaps, and document findings for senior team review.
• Apply GAAP, accounting policies, and technical accounting knowledge to basic accounting and reporting issues.
• Analyze financial data, trends, and variances to support audit planning and issue resolution.
• Prepare clear audit documentation, process notes, and workpapers that support conclusions reached during fieldwork.
• Use data analysis, data modeling, and digital tools to organize audit information and improve work efficiency.
• Communicate status updates, questions, and potential risks to team members in a timely and professional manner.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Data analysis

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

GPA 3.0

CPA exam eligibility

Final year of study

Job description

Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism Assurance Management Level Associate Job Description & Summary

The Opportunity As an Audit Associate you will support audit engagements within our Assurance practice by participating in planning, testing, and documentation activities tied to financial statement review, internal controls, and accounting analysis. As an Associate you will focus on learning, contributing to client engagement work, adapting to shifting priorities, asking questions, and building a foundation in technical accounting, communication, teamwork, and quality-focused delivery.

Responsibilities

• Performing external audit procedures on financial statements, account balances, and disclosures in line with auditing methodology and GAAS
• Reviewing and verifying financial documents, accounting records, and supporting schedules for accuracy and completeness
• Testing internal controls, identifying control gaps, and documenting findings for senior team review
• Applying GAAP, accounting policies, and technical accounting knowledge to basic accounting and reporting issues
• Analyzing financial data, trends, and variances to support audit planning and issue resolution
• Preparing clear audit documentation, process notes, and workpapers that support conclusions reached during fieldwork
• Using data analysis, data modeling, and digital tools to organize audit information and improve work efficiency
• Communicating status updates, questions, and potential risks to team members in a timely and professional manner

What You Must Have

• Currently pursuing or have completed a Bachelor's degree in the following field of study: Accounting
• At least a 3.0 overall GPA
• Before starting full-time at PwC, meet the educational requirements to be eligible to sit for the CPA exam in your intended state of employment
• Client service associate positions are entry-level roles and job seekers have completed or are in the process of completing their final academic year of educational requirements

What Sets You Apart

• Preference for a 3.5 overall GPA
• Leveraging AI to create efficiencies, innovate ways of working and deliver distinctive outcomes
• Demonstrating curiosity in external audit and financial reporting work
• Applying GAAP, GAAS, and internal controls knowledge
• Reviewing financial documents and interpreting accounting trends
• Using data analysis, documentation, and teamwork skills
• Accepting feedback while adapting in fast-paced client settings

Travel Requirements

Up to 20%

Job Posting End Date

October 6, 2026

The salary range for this position is: $53,500 - $104,000. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws.

All hired individuals are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.

PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation, personal and family sick leave, and more.

As PwC is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity); age; disability; genetic information (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or, any other status protected by law.

PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: https://pwc.to/H-1B-Lottery-Policy.

Learn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-work

For only those qualified applicants that are impacted by the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable, arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with these laws.

At PwC, we recognize that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to responsibilities such as accessing sensitive company or customer information, handling proprietary assets, or collaborating closely with team members. We evaluate these factors thoughtfully to establish a secure and trusted workplace for all.

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