External Audit Senior Associate

Pwc UK•London, ON

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

At PwC, our people in audit and assurance focus on providing independent and objective assessments of financial statements, internal controls, and other assurable information enhancing the credibility and reliability of this information with a variety of stakeholders. They evaluate compliance with regulations including assessing governance and risk management processes and related controls. In financial statement audit at PwC, you will focus on obtaining reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements as a whole are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an auditor’s report that includes the auditor’s opinion. As a Senior Associate, you'll help to lead audit engagements, manage client relationships, and coach junior team members. Your expertise in accounting principles and auditing standards will ensure the accuracy of financial statements. Collaborate with diverse clients, from owner-managed businesses to multinational corporations, across many industries. Engage with global projects and leverage advanced technologies to drive client success. Benefit from extensive development opportunities and make a significant impact. A rewarding career path awaits – apply now to join our team! The role is based in any UK office, with team meetings at Embankment Place.

Requirements

Demonstrated strong organisational skills with a proven track record of delivering high-quality audit work from planning through to completion
Demonstrated experience working within the US market, including PCAOB standards and strong practical knowledge of SOX compliance
Effective communication skills with the ability to build strong professional relationships
Commitment to self-development, showing resilience and adaptability in a digital environment
Experience with IFRS (mandatory) and UK GAAP (preferred), as well as familiarity with international auditing standards (ISAs)
ACA, ACCA, or ICAS qualification (or an international equivalent), or equivalent work experience — including international candidates who qualify through professional experience in their home country

Nice To Haves

UK GAAP (preferred)

Responsibilities

Ensuring all documentation—from planning to completion—complies with PwC and regulatory standards, completing various tasks including the identification of issues and analysis of data to draw informed conclusions.
Building meaningful relationships, demonstrating curiosity and constructive challenge, and engaging in insightful conversations.
Delegating responsibilities, coaching and supervision of junior team members and offshore teams, creating learning opportunities and implementing effective audit approaches.
Building connections across PwC teams, managing diverse perspectives, developing new insights, and proposing innovative solutions to enhance audit quality.