Senior Associate - Audit, Non-Financial Services

About the role

PwC New Zealand is hiring a Senior Associate for its core Audit team in the Tāmaki Makaurau / Auckland office. You will support audit engagements across clients in manufacturing, utilities, infrastructure, consumer markets, retail, real estate and tech. It is a full-time role, Monday to Friday, with a minimum of 37.5 hours per week. The position involves deepening technical expertise, taking on greater responsibility, supporting junior team members and contributing to the future of audit in Aotearoa New Zealand.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in planning and performing external audits of financial statements in line with regulatory and professional standards
• Carry out substantive testing and detailed audit procedures to identify financial statement risks and ensure accuracy and compliance
• Help assess internal controls and risk management processes to support audit conclusions
• Prepare clear audit documentation and reports for clients and senior team members
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within audit engagements
• Work with clients and internal teams to resolve complex accounting and audit issues

Required profile

• At least 3 years' experience delivering external audit engagements, preferably in a large or internationally recognised professional services or audit environment
• A recognised accounting qualification, or active progress towards one (e.g. CAANZ, CPA, ACCA, ICAEW)
• Bachelor's or master's degree in accounting or a closely related discipline
• Experience contributing to end-to-end external audits, including coaching, supervising and reviewing junior team members' work
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English

Required skills

• Strong working knowledge of internationally recognised financial reporting standards, particularly IFRS
• Ability to build effective relationships with clients and stakeholders

What we offer

• Discretionary bonus opportunities, referral bonuses and retail discounts
• Global network, leadership development, AI tools and training, and formal learning pathways
• $250 annual wellbeing allowance, life and income protection, and group-rate health insurance (eligibility applies)
• Flexible working, supportive coaching culture, and two paid recognition days each year
• Paid parental leave, inclusive networks, and paid volunteering leave

The role requires an independence review process and travel of up to 20%. Applications are made directly through the PwC careers site; the role may close early.