Houston - Audit - Associate - Winter 2027

PricewaterhouseCoopers•Houston, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Financial Statement Audit Associate, you will contribute to assurance engagements within our Assurance practice, supporting financial reporting work, reviewing documents, and helping validate information that informs client decision-making. As an Associate, you will focus on learning, adapting to changing client needs, and building core skills through hands-on work, research, and support of senior team members. In this role at PwC, you will participate in audit procedures, gather and organize evidence, interact with client contacts as needed, and apply accounting and auditing knowledge while developing your technical skills and professional presence.

Requirements

Currently pursuing or have completed a Bachelor's degree in Accounting
At least a 3.0 overall GPA
Before starting full-time at PwC, meet the educational requirements to be eligible to sit for the CPA exam in your intended state of employment
Client service associate positions are entry-level roles and job seekers have completed or are in the process of completing their final academic year of educational requirements

Nice To Haves

Preference for a 3.5 overall GPA
Leveraging AI to create efficiencies, innovate ways of working and deliver distinctive outcomes
Demonstrating curiosity in financial statement audit work
Applying accounting, GAAP, and GAAS in coursework
Using data analysis to review and verify financial documents
Participating in teamwork during academic projects and internships
Adapting quickly while learning audit methodologies

Responsibilities

Reviewing and verifying financial statements, account balances, and supporting documents for accuracy and completeness
Applying auditing methodologies, GAAS, and GAAP to support external audit procedures and testing activities
Analyzing financial data, trends, and account fluctuations to identify unusual items and follow up on open questions
Documenting audit steps, findings, and supporting evidence in a clear and organized workpaper file
Evaluating internal controls and accounting policies to help identify risk areas and control gaps
Preparing data summaries, reconciliations, and schedule support using spreadsheet and digital audit tools
Coordinating with team members to complete assigned testing, research requests, and issue tracking tasks
Using intellectual curiosity and active listening to gather information, clarify requests, and adapt to changing engagement needs