Internal Auditor | Senior Associate | Internal Audit and Risk Assurance

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Job Description & Summary

At PwC, The work you do today could help define what's possible tomorrow and our Internal Audit team proves it every day with Australian organisations navigating complex risks and operational challenges. As a Senior Associate in Internal Audit, you'll play a vital role in leading audit initiatives and mentoring junior team members while helping clients safeguard their business, strengthen their controls, and uncover opportunities for meaningful improvement, from governance and compliance to strategic risk management and operational performance.

You'll be working with clients across banking, financial services, healthcare, government, and large enterprise sectors, bringing clarity to complexity and helping them anticipate what comes next.

Why PwC?

At PwC Australia, your skills meet purpose. We tackle big challenges across industries like finance, technology, energy, and health—giving you the chance to make a real impact. Here, your growth is our priority. You’ll work with leading teams, explore new technologies, and unlock your full potential.

Join a global community of more than 370,000 people who value bold ideas, collaboration, and lasting change. Together, we’re building trust and shaping the future.

What you’ll do:

• Identify priority areas of risk and process improvement by understanding their objectives, risks, control frameworks, systems and regulatory environments
• Help clients navigate an evolving risk landscape by developing and executing test plans, identifying control effectiveness and improvements and reporting these to clients in an impactful way
• You'll manage workstreams, execute complex audits or engagements with minimal supervision, and serve as a key point of contact for clients, presenting insights and recommendations that drive business value.
• You'll mentor Associates and junior staff, ensure quality and compliance standards are met, and contribute to the growth and success of both your team and clients through hands-on leadership.

What we’re looking for:

• Internal audit expertise across governance, risk and controls, from delivery to direction
• Risk and process assessment experience, from conducting reviews to overseeing complex work
• Audit planning, execution and reporting, from drafting to owning outcomes
• Deep knowledge in your service line, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to communicate complex findings clearly to stakeholders and clients.
• Experience with supporting junior team members, delegate effectively, and help develop the next generation of PwC professionals while maintaining high-quality outputs.

What you’ll gain:

• A supportive, inclusive culture where your ideas and perspective are welcomed from day one.
• Access to tailored learning programs designed to develop your skills and unlock your potential.
• Four weeks of annual leave plus floating public holidays & birthday leave giving you the space to rest and recharge
• Health and lifestyle perks, including wellness benefits and discounted memberships to support your wellbeing from the start.
• Free barista made morning coffee and tea

We know that perks are as important as your financial rewards. Explore all the benefits that PwC has to offer here.

Ready to grow here and go further? Join PwC Australia as an Internal Audit Senior Associate and make an impact that goes beyond the expected. Apply now and take your next step with a team shaping the future.

We’re committed to treating all our job applicants fairly and with respect, irrespective of their actual or assumed background, disability, neurodivergence, or any other protected characteristic. We want you to have every opportunity to thrive in our selection process. In the application form, you can let us know what adjustments you require during our recruitment process and/or any workplace accommodations you anticipate needing to help you perform your role. 

No Agencies Please: We kindly request that recruitment agencies do not submit CVs in response to this advertisement. We are only accepting applications direct from individuals.

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