Assurance - Senior Associate - Wellington

Management Level
Senior Associate

Job Description & Summary
Kia ora,

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.

Join a high-performing, forward-thinking team where energy, innovation, and collaboration shape everything we do. As part of New Zealand’s leading professional services firm, you’ll work on meaningful audit engagements across both public and private sectors, partnering with leading local and global organisations. You’ll be challenged, supported, and inspired by dynamic business leaders and colleagues who live in our values of care, integrity, and teamwork. This is more than an audit role — it’s an opportunity to grow your career, make a real impact, and help redefine what excellence looks like in assurance.

Ngā   k ōrero   mo   tēnei   tūranga   / About the role

We’re   looking for experienced auditors to join our Assurance team as Senior Associates in our   Wellington   office— From our offices at the centre of our vibrant capital city, you will be responsible for working on various external audits with our clients.

You’ll   play a key role in delivering high-quality external audit engagements across a diverse public and private sector client portfolio, working with leading local and global   organisations .

This   full-time role (Monday – Friday, minimum   37.5 hours   per week)   offers increased responsibility, direct client engagement, and opportunities to mentor junior team members, all within a supportive, values-led environment.   It’s   your chance to deepen your technical   expertise , accelerate your career progression, and make a meaningful impact while helping shape the future of audit in New Zealand.

Your day-to-day could include:

- 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.

Ngā   pūkenga   ka   kawea   mai   e   koe , ka   whakawhanakehia   rānei   i   tēnei   tūranga     /   Skills you will bring or develop in this role

This is an excellent opportunity to build on your external audit experience, ideally gained within a large, globally   recognized   professional services or audit firm.

- 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.

Ngā   āhuatanga   hirahira   o   te   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;   S onder/EAP/Headspace;   15   days ’   paid sick leave; group-rate health insurance (eligibility applies)

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

- Flexibility   - Flexible working; supportive coaching culture

- Time off   -   T wo   paid   recognition days   off   provided each year   during our   annual summer shutdown period ;   p urchase   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

Mō   te   aha   tāu   e   tatari   ana? / What are you waiting for?

Belong to a community of problem solvers where differences are embraced.   We’ll   empower you with technology, coaching,   flexibility   and trust to make a meaningful difference. Learn more on our careers site at   https://www.pwc.co.nz/careers.html .

Grow here. Go further.

Travel Requirements
Not Specified

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?
Yes

Job Posting End Date
July 24, 2026