Senior External Auditor

PwC

Senior external auditor supporting PwC Australia’s private clients with financial statement audits and regulatory compliance. Evaluating controls, identifying risks, and developing junior audit staff.

Posted 8/10/2026full-timeParramatta • 🇦🇺 AustraliaSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in external auditing, financial analysis, and risk identification while effectively coaching junior staff and preparing clear audit documentation. Committed to continuous improvement and adherence to regulatory standards in financial reporting.

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External Audit ExperienceFinancial AnalysisCoaching Junior StaffAudit Documentation PreparationRegulatory Compliance Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Substantive TestingInternal Control EvaluationAudit ProceduresFinancial Reporting FrameworksRisk IdentificationProfessional JudgementAudit Findings PreparationContinuous Improvement ActivitiesProject Planning

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationCollaborationCoaching

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Qualification in Commerce or FinanceProgress Towards CA

Industry Keywords

Private ClientsOwner-Managed BusinessesFinancial StatementsAuditing StandardsRegulatory Requirements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist in planning and performing external audits of private clients’ financial statements in line with regulatory and professional standards
Conduct substantive testing and detailed audit procedures on owner-managed businesses and family enterprises
Evaluate internal controls and financial processes to support audit objectives
Prepare audit documentation, reports, and findings for clients and senior team members
Identify and communicate audit issues and collaborate with clients to resolve financial reporting challenges
Participate in continuous improvement activities to enhance audit efficiency and quality
Coach and develop junior staff members and project plan

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum 3 years of experience in external audit
Ideally one year as a Senior Auditor or equivalent
Exposure to Private Clients or owner-managed businesses
Bachelor’s qualification in Commerce or Finance
Progress towards or completion of a recognised CA
Ability to analyse financial information, identify risks, and apply professional judgement
Ability to coach and develop junior staff members and project plan
Ability to prepare audit findings clearly and communicate effectively with clients and internal stakeholders
Foundational knowledge of auditing standards, financial reporting frameworks, and regulatory requirements
Commitment to ongoing learning
Available for work visa sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexibility to choose when, where, and how you work
Clear paths for career progression
Continuous learning and leadership development
Four weeks’ annual leave
Float public holidays
Up to 26 weeks of parental leave for caregivers
Access to PwC Australia benefits