Audit Associate - Hamilton

Audit Associate

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.

About the Role

As an Audit Associate based in Kirikiriroa / Hamilton, you'll support audit engagements across a range of clients and industries, helping organizations build trust through quality financial reporting, careful analysis, and clear communication.

This is a permanent, full-time role with a minimum of 37.5 guaranteed hours per week, generally worked Monday to Friday.

Your day-to-day could include:

• Supporting the planning and delivery of external audit engagements across a range of clients and industries
• Performing audit testing, financial analysis, and risk assessment procedures
• Reviewing financial information, contracts, invoices, and other supporting documentation
• Preparing clear, accurate, and complete audit workpapers in line with professional and regulatory requirements
• Identifying audit findings and discussing these with engagement team members and client stakeholders
• Collaborating with colleagues and clients to obtain audit evidence, resolve queries, and meet engagement deadlines
• Applying digital tools, including Microsoft Excel and audit technology, to analyze information and improve audit quality
• Building trusted working relationships while demonstrating professional judgment, integrity, and attention to detail

Skills you will bring or develop in this role

• At least 12 months of practical audit experience, preferably at a professional services firm
• A completed tertiary qualification in accounting, finance, commerce, or a closely related discipline
• Understanding of audit procedures, financial statements, supporting evidence, and accounting standards
• Strong attention to detail, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Confidence using tools such as Microsoft Excel and accounting systems, with experience in MYOB, Xero, Reckon, or similar helpful
• Clear communication skills and the ability to work well with clients and team members from different backgrounds
• Progress towards, or eligibility and a commitment to work towards, a Chartered Accountant qualification or an equivalent recognized professional accounting qualification

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

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; 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 - 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

Hit Apply now. To learn how you can grow and shine in your career at PwC, visit our careers site.