PwC

Audit Senior Associate

PwC

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: Wellington • New Zealand

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Job Level

Senior

About the role

  • Collaborate closely with senior staff on statutory audit engagements, guiding projects from initial planning through to final review and contributing to the evolution of our auditing practices.
  • Play a pivotal role in building public trust by delivering high-quality audits of financial statements that enhance the financial integrity and transparency of our clients.
  • Work directly with clients and high-performing teams to understand business needs, ensure compliance with policies and standards, test internal controls, and substantiate financial information using best-practice audit methodologies.
  • Supervise and mentor junior staff and graduates, fostering a culture of excellence while supporting their professional growth and development.
  • Leverage leading-edge technology to deliver high-quality external audit work in line with PwC audit methodology and auditing standards, helping set new benchmarks for quality and innovation.

Requirements

  • Minimum 3+ years’ experience delivering external audit engagements within a complex, regulated environment.
  • Professionally qualified or actively working towards a recognized accounting qualification (e.g. CAANZ, CPA, ACCA, ICAEW, or equivalent).
  • Demonstrated experience contributing to end-to-end external audit engagements, including coaching, supervising, and reviewing the work of junior team members.
  • Strong working knowledge of internationally recognized financial reporting standards, particularly IFRS.
  • A relevant bachelor's or master's degree in accounting or a closely related discipline.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to build effective relationships with clients and stakeholders.
Benefits
  • Discretionary bonus opportunities
  • Generous referral bonuses
  • Retail discounts & deals
  • Global network
  • Leadership development
  • A.I. tools and training
  • Formal learning pathways
  • $250 annual wellbeing allowance
  • Life & income protection
  • 15 days paid sick leave
  • Group-rate health insurance (eligibility applies)
  • Flexible working
  • Two paid recognition days off provided each year during our annual summer shutdown period
  • Purchase up to two extra weeks’ annual leave
  • Paid parental leave for all parents with flexible options and financial planning support
  • Inclusive networks
  • Paid volunteering leave
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Hard Skills & Tools
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Soft Skills
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Certifications
CAANZCPAACCAICAEW