September 2027 - Risk Services (CPA) - Full-time - Ottawa

PwC • Ottawa, ON

3d • CA$55,000 - CA$65,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

At PwC Canada, we’re more than a professional services firm—we’re a community of solvers tackling the world’s most important problems. As a co-op in our Risk Services practice, you’ll be part of a diverse, inclusive team that values your perspective and empowers you to make a real impact. You’ll build relationships, gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge technologies, and contribute to work that matters—whether it’s helping clients navigate complex challenges or driving trust in their reporting. Throughout your co-op term, you’ll be supported by experienced professionals and exposed to our innovative AI and digital tools to help you build future-ready capabilities in data, technology, and business acumen. You’ll also gain firsthand experience of busy season and see how risk assurance work unfolds in real time. Whether you're working from a PwC office, a client site, or remotely, you’ll be part of a collaborative environment that encourages curiosity and continuous learning. Grow here, go further.

A career in our IT Audit team will provide you with the opportunity to assess and strengthen the technology controls that underpin the reliability, security, and integrity of our clients' information systems. You will work directly with experienced professionals to evaluate IT environments, systems, and processes that support financial reporting and business operations for organizations across a variety of sectors. Your work may include reviewing IT general controls, application controls, cybersecurity measures, data integrity, and system implementations, as well as providing audit support to internal and external audit teams. You will help clients understand how technology risks impact their business and provide insights that enhance trust and confidence in their systems.

In this role, you will:
Enable clients across various industries to improve their risk management and internal control capabilities.
Provide services that enhance the value delivered by existing internal audit, compliance, and risk management functions, including strategic advisory solutions, outsourcing, and co-sourcing.
Cover the full spectrum of value protection to enhance value through governance and process reviews, resource optimization, and compliance audits.
Deliver risk advisory services covering financial, operational, compliance, strategic, and emerging risks.

Requirements

• Enrolled in post-secondary education and working to obtain the Canadian CPA required prerequisite courses
• Bilingual French and English (oral and written)
• Motivated to learn about technologies, IT practices and standards, infrastructure-related risks and controls in the areas of security and IT, as well as IT control frameworks
• Motivated to learn about the analysis of IT risks and internal controls, including the establishment of control objectives and the design of control procedures
• Motivated to learn about analyzing the impact of IT risks and internal controls on organizations’ financial, strategic, and operational objectives
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic and constantly evolving environment
• Recognized strong analytical, conceptualization, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Strong skills in prioritization and problem-solving
• Valid Federal Government security clearance or ability to obtain one

Responsibilities

• Conduct audit work efficiently while meeting the timelines and budgets set during the planning phase.
• Maintain constant communication with the lead advisor and/or director responsible for the assignments given to you.
• Clearly and concisely document audit evidence obtained during audit execution and validate its relevance and quality.
• Analyze the impact of control deficiencies identified during audit execution on financial data and the overall audit strategy.
• Build and maintain collaborative relationships within the department and with clients.
• Actively monitor external trends in IT, remote access features, authentication mechanisms, threat and risk assessments, penetration testing, and vulnerability assessments, and acquire knowledge on these topics.
• Identify business development opportunities to offer services from other departments to our clients and to present our services to new potential clients.

Benefits

• Choose flexible health, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage.
• Access mental health support ($3,500 annually), virtual care, and up to a $750 lifestyle account for wellness, fitness, and personal growth.
• Boost your retirement savings with employer matching and take advantage of financial planning resources and banking programs.
• Unlock coaching, mentoring, and clear career paths to help you reach your potential.
• Enjoy up to 31 paid days off including summer and winter office closures, substitute a public holiday to observe your religious holiday, or take part in international remote work options to extend your time abroad.
• Join a diverse, supportive team where you can be your authentic self, build lifelong relationships, and help shape tomorrow.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed