Job Description

Management Level

Manager

& Summary

Kia ora,
Innovate. Build.Reinvent Make your tech skills count at PwC New Zealand.

At PwC, our purpose is clear: to build trust in society and solve important problems.

This is a place to keep growing.You’lllearn from the best, take on meaningful challenges, and make a lasting impact for our clients, our communities, and Aotearoa.

You willbe responsible forall aspects of project delivery, leading engagements from end-to-endand working closely with clients to understand their needs and deliver impactful, value-driven solutions. This includes transforming financeoperatingmodels, enhancing enterprise data and performance capabilities, and embedding efficient, future-focused ways of working across people,process, and technology.

As an Associate Director, you will play a key leadership roleinengagements; leading project teams, guiding them through ambiguity, and ensuring high-quality outcomes for clients. You will also act as a mentor, supporting the development of junior team members through coaching, on-the-job training, and performance feedback.

In addition, you will build strong client relationships, contribute to business development, and support the continued growth of our Finance and Operations practice. Based in TāmakiMakaurau / Auckland, this role primarily supports public sector clients, with opportunities to work across the private sector.

This is a permanent, full-time position, Monday to Friday with a minimum of 37.5 hours per week.

Ngākōreromotēneitūranga About the role

• Lead and deliver finance transformation engagements, with a focus on the commercial side of finance

• Support the design and implementation of finance operating models, including process simplification, efficiency improvements, and adoption of emerging capabilities (e.g. AI in finance).

• Provide CFO advisory services, helping clients improve financial performance, decision-making, and strategic alignment.

• Apply strong enterprise performance management (EPM)and financial planningexpertiseto drive better forecasting, budgeting, and reporting outcomes.

• Act as a trusted business partner,demonstratinga deep understanding of commercial drivers and how organisations create value.

• Lead and mentor junior team members, providing guidance, structure, and support across engagements.

• Build andmaintainstrong client relationships, engaging confidently with stakeholders at all levels, including senior leadership.

• Contribute to business development activities, including presentations, proposals, and supporting growth of the practice.

• Play an active role inidentifyingand converting new business opportunities, including participation in competitive tenders.

Ngāpūkengakakaweamaiekoe, kawhakawhanakehiarāneiitēneitūranga Skills you will bring or develop in this role

• 7+ years’ experience in a finance-related role, ideally combining industry and consulting/professional services experience.

• Background in commercial finance or accounting(e.g. FP&A, reporting, analysis)

• Experience in professional services (e.g. audit or consulting), with exposure to advisory and project-based work.

• Proven experience leading and delivering projects or engagementsin a client-facing environment.

• Strong leadership and coaching capability, with the ability to develop junior team members.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence senior executives and Boards.

• Commercially minded, with strong business acumen and problem-solving skills

• High levelsof drive, charisma, and relationship-building ability, with a desire to grow, progress, and contribute to practice development.

Ngāāhuatangahirahiraotemahi ki PwC / Highlights of working at PwC NZ

• Rewards- Discretionary bonus opportunities; generous referral bonuses; retail discounts & deals

• Growth- Global network; leadership development; A.I. tools and training; formal learning pathways

• Wellbeing- $250 annual wellbeing allowance;Life & income protection;Sonder/EAP/Headspace;15days’paid sick leave; group-rate health insurance (eligibility applies)

• Reputation- PwC is known for shaping tomorrow. Join us and you’llaccelerate your career while helping clients and communities solve their most important problems.

• Flexibility- Flexible working; supportive coaching culture

• Time off- Twopaidrecognition daysoffprovided each yearduring ourannual summer shutdown period;purchaseup to two extra weeks’ annual leave

• Whānau & community- Paid parental leave for all parents with flexible options and financial planning support; inclusive networks; paid volunteering leave

Mōteahatāuetatariana? / What are you waiting for?

Belong to a community of problem solvers where differences are embraced.We’llempower you with technology, coaching,flexibilityand trust to make a meaningful difference. Learn more on our careers site at https://www.pwc.co.nz/careers.html

Grow here. Go further.

Ngāwhakautuki opātaiYour questions answered

Motuhake / Independence:Maintainingindependence is fundamental todemonstratingthat PwC has not been influenced by any relationships or situations that undermine our objectivity. This role requires anindependencereview process.

Tono tikamai Please apply directly:We’renot currently partnering with recruitment agencies for this role. Ifyou’dlike to be considered, please apply directly -we’dlove to hear from you.

Naumaingātonowawe We encourage early applications:This role may close before the listed date if weidentifya suitable candidate.

Atamaihangahanga A.I. usage:Please note that secure, A.I.-enabled tools may support parts of our recruitment process, but all applications are reviewed and decisions made by our people.

Travel Requirements

Not Specified

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

Yes

Job Posting End Date