External Audit Manager – Consumer Industrial Products & Services

About the role

At PwC, we work together to create a better tomorrow for our people, our clients, and the communities we serve. As a Manager in our Consumer Industrial Products and Services (CIPS) Audit team, you’ll play a key leadership role in delivering high‑quality external audit services, managing client relationships, and leading audit engagements across a diverse portfolio of clients from growing companies to large, complex organisations.

Key responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and delivery of external audit engagements in accordance with regulatory and professional standards.
• Manage and mentor audit teams, ensuring quality, efficiency, and compliance throughout the audit lifecycle.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships by understanding their business, risks, and audit requirements.
• Oversee identification and assessment of financial and control risks and develop audit strategies to address them.
• Provide insightful advice on financial reporting matters and emerging regulatory changes.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in audit processes and encourage innovation within your teams.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across the business to resolve complex audit issues and deliver value‑added solutions.

Required profile

• At least 5 years’ experience in external audit, preferably with exposure to Consumer Industrial Products & Services or related sectors, and a recognised CA qualification.
• Proven ability to lead and develop audit teams, manage multiple audit engagements and priorities, and deliver high‑quality outcomes.
• Strong interpersonal skills to engage, influence, and build trust with senior client stakeholders.
• Deep knowledge of auditing standards, financial reporting frameworks, and regulatory requirements relevant to CIPS.
• Ability to analyse complex financial and business issues, exercise professional judgement, and provide practical recommendations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of presenting complex audit findings clearly to diverse audiences.

Required skills

• Auditing standards (e.g., ISA)
• Financial reporting frameworks (e.g., IFRS, Australian Accounting Standards)
• Regulatory requirements for the Consumer Industrial Products & Services sector

What we offer

• Leadership development programs and executive coaching to accelerate career growth.
• World‑class parental leave policy offering up to 26 weeks of leave for caregivers.
• Flexible work arrangements allowing you to choose when, where, and how you work.
• Being part of a purpose‑driven community delivering impact to clients, communities, and the future.