Associate - Private Business

About the Role

Join PwC New Zealand as part of our Private Business team based in Napier, where you'll assist privately owned companies in managing their accounting and tax compliance, adapting to change, and making informed business decisions. This role involves working with a diverse range of local businesses and allows you to progressively take full responsibility for client assignments while enhancing your technical, commercial, and advisory expertise.

Daily Activities

• Prepare accounting and tax compliance tasks, including tax returns and annual financial statements.
• Oversee assigned client projects and ensure timely delivery with support from senior colleagues when needed.
• Engage directly with clients to collect necessary information, address inquiries, and deliver practical accounting and tax guidance.
• Identify risks, issues, and planning opportunities and communicate these with the broader client team.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with business owners and finance staff, becoming a reliable contact point.
• Collaborate with colleagues and specialists throughout PwC in New Zealand and worldwide to support broader client matters and advisory projects.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Possess a Commerce or Accounting degree, alongside a CAANZ or CPA qualification, or demonstrable progress towards certification.
• Relevant experience accrued in chartered accounting, professional services, or a similar accounting setting.
• Hands-on experience preparing New Zealand tax returns and financial statements, capable of independently completing compliance duties.
• A solid understanding of New Zealand tax and accounting standards, with a desire to continue developing expertise.
• Competency with Xero and Excel; familiarity with data analytics tools and tax-effect accounting is advantageous but can be acquired on the job.
• Effective communication and problem-solving skills, meticulous attention to detail, and confidence when interacting directly with clients and team members.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and deliver high-quality work within deadlines.
• A curious and practical approach, showing confidence to think critically, experiment, and seek guidance as necessary.

Additional Information

Work Environment and Benefits:

• Access to growth opportunities via a global network, leadership development, AI tools, training, and structured learning paths.
• Discretionary bonuses, referral incentives, and various retail discounts.
• Wellbeing initiatives including an annual $250 wellness allowance, life and income protection, access to counseling services, paid sick leave, and group-rate health insurance eligibility.
• Reputation benefits by working with leading organizations across New Zealand and leveraging global and national experience.
• Flexible work arrangements and supportive coaching culture.
• Additional paid leave such as two recognition days during the summer shutdown plus the option to purchase extra annual leave weeks.
• Inclusive parental leave for all parents, paid volunteer leave, supportive financial planning, and active participation in inclusive networks.

Additional Notes:

• Maintaining professional independence is essential for this role and involves an independence review process.
• This position does not involve travel requirements (0%).
• Work visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

If you are interested, we encourage you to apply early as the position may close once a suitable candidate is found. Applications will be evaluated by PwC personnel, with assistance from secure AI tools used solely during recruitment processes.