Audit - Senior Associate - Hamilton

Management Level

Job Description & Summary

Kia ora, 

Do more than take the next step. Take the next leap. Explore careers at PwC New Zealand. 

At PwC, our purpose is clear: to build trust in society and solve important problems. 

This is a place to keep growing.You’ll learn from the best, take on meaningful challenges, and make a lasting impact for our clients, our communities, and Aotearoa. 

We’re looking for an experienced auditor to join our Assurance team inKirikiriroa / Hamilton as a Senior Associate. 

This isa great opportunity to broaden your experience across a varied client portfolio, work closely with seniorleaders and take on greater ownership of your engagements.You’ll be part of a supportive local team, with access to the scale,expertise and opportunities of PwC’s wider national and global network. 

Ngā kōreromotēneitūranga / About the role 

As a Senior Associate,you’ll playan important role in delivering high-quality external audits from planning through to completion. 

You’ll work across clients in sectors including infrastructure, utilities, manufacturing, forestry, not-for-profit and other significant public and privateorganisations. The work is varied and often complex, soyou’ll have plenty of opportunity to use your judgement, build your technicalcapability and develop strong commercial understanding. 

Your day-to-day could include: 

• Leading key areas of external audit engagements and supporting delivery from planning through to completion

• Working directly with clients to understand their businesses, risks,processes and financial information

• Applying sound judgement to complex or unfamiliar issues and finding practical ways forward

• Reviewing internal controls, financialinformation and audit evidence in line with PwCmethodology and applicable auditing standards

• Coaching and reviewing the work of graduates and junior team members

• Working closely with Managers,Directors and specialists across PwC to deliver the best outcome for our clients

• Using technology and AI-enabled audit tools to support quality,analysis and efficient delivery

• Spending time with clients on-site, alongside working from our Hamilton office and from home whereappropriate

This is a full-time role, Monday to Friday, with a minimum of37.5 hours per week. 

Our Hamilton team combines the close connections of a local office with the opportunities of a large professional services firm. 

You’ll work alongside approachable leaders, gain exposure to a broad range ofclients and have the chance to make a real contribution to the team.It’s an environment where people support each other, shareideas and enjoy working together. 

Ifyou’re currently based elsewhere in Aotearoa or overseas and are considering a move to Hamilton,we’d also be happy to hear from you. 

Ngāpūkenga kakaweamai ekoe, kawhakawhanakehiarāneiitēneitūranga / Skills you will bring or develop in this role 

We’re looking for someone with strong audit foundations who is comfortable taking initiative, working throughambiguity and building positive relationships with both clients and colleagues. 

You’ll ideally bring: 

• 3+ years of external audit experience, preferably within a large or internationallyrecognised professional services or audit environment

• Experience contributing to or leading end-to-end external audit engagements

• Arecognised professional accounting qualification such as CAANZ, CPA, ACCA, ICAEW or equivalent,or be progressing towards completion

• Strong knowledge of financial reporting standards, including IFRS

• Experience coaching,supervising or reviewing junior team members

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Confident written and verbal communication skills

• A relevant bachelor’s or master’s degree in accounting,commerce ora related discipline

You don’t need to have worked with exactly the same clients or systems as us. What matters most is your ability to learn quickly, use goodjudgement and work well with the people around you. 

If youdon’t meet every requirement, we still want to hear from you - your skills and potential may be a great fit. 

Ngāāhuatangahirahira ote mahi ki PwC / Highlights of working at PwC NZ 

• Rewards - Discretionary bonus opportunities; generous referral bonuses; retail discounts & deals 

• Growth - Global network; leadership development; A.I. tools and training; formal learning pathways 

• Wellbeing - $250 annual wellbeing allowance; Life & income protection; Sonder/EAP/Headspace;15days’ paid sick leave; group-rate health insurance (eligibility applies) 

• Reputation - PwC is known for shaping tomorrow. Join us andyou’ll accelerate your career while helping clients and communities solve their most important problems. 

• Flexibility - Flexible working; supportive coaching culture 

• Time off - Two paid recognition days off provided each year during our annual summer shutdown period;purchase up to two extra weeks’ annual leave 

• Whānau & community - Paid parental leave for all parents with flexible options and financial planning support; inclusive networks; paid volunteering leave 

Mōte ahatāu etatari ana? / What are you waiting for? 

Hit Apply now. To learn how you can grow and shine in your career at PwC, visit our careers site athttps://www.pwc.co.nz/careers.html. 

Grow here. Go further. 

Ngāwhakautu ki opātai/Your questions answered 

Motuhake / Independence:Maintaining independence is fundamental todemonstrating that PwC has not been influenced by any relationships or situations that undermine our objectivity. This role requires anindependence review process. 

Tono tikamai / Please apply directly:We’re not currently partnering with recruitment agencies for this role. Ifyou’d like to be considered, please apply directly -we’d love to hear from you. 

Naumaingātonowawe / We encourage early applications: This role may close before the listed date if weidentify a suitable candidate. 

Atamaihangahanga / A.I. usage:Please note that secure, A.I.-enabled tools may support parts of our recruitment process, but all applications are reviewed and decisions made by our people. 

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