Job Description
At PwC, our people in audit and assurance focus on providing independent and objective assessments of financial statements, internal controls, and other assurable information enhancing the credibility and reliability of this information with a variety of stakeholders. They evaluate compliance with regulations including assessing governance and risk management processes and related controls.
In financial statement audit at PwC, you will focus on obtaining reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements as a whole are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an auditor’s report that includes the auditor’s opinion.
Applying at PwC
At PwC, we embrace new technology where you will learn to innovate and deliver differently. To learn about our application process visit our Applying to PwC page on our campus recruitment website.
To apply, visit our campus recruitment website at pwc.com/ca/campus and submit your resume and transcripts (unofficial version is accepted) by April, 27th 2026 at 11:5+PM EST.
Join our community of solvers in cultivating a collaborative workplace driven by unique perspectives. We’re proud PwC Canada advances a culture that helps everyone thrive. It's one of the reasons we're recognized as a top employer in Canada. As you build a career with purpose and build meaningful connections that’ll last a lifetime, you'll work with people from diverse backgrounds and industries to help solve important problems, powered by the latest technology, to turn today's ideas into tomorrow's solutions.
PwC Canada is committed to cultivating an inclusive, hybrid work environment - one that is collaborative, supportive and productive. We want you to be intentional with your work, how you do it and where it’s done. We work in-person and virtually, as is best suited for our clients, teams and people. PwC offices are hubs of connectivity and learning and as such we strongly encourage our people to prioritize in-person work. We know that hybrid work is all about balance, and capturing the benefits of in-person work is essential to your growth at the firm. Exact expectations for your team can be discussed with your interviewer.
What you’ll create and do:
PwC's Assurance professionals understand how businesses work from the inside. With more than 2,500 Assurance professionals in 24 cities across Canada, working closely with public and private companies, we help solve complex business issues faced by management and boards, and serve the public interest by supporting the capital markets system through reliable financial reporting.
Our teams ask questions, test assumptions and evaluate whether companies are reporting information upon which investors and others can rely on. We combine deep technical skills and sector experience to help our clients address the challenges of a rapidly changing environment and strengthen their businesses.
As an Associate working towards your Canadian CPA designation you’ll be put at the heart of understanding how businesses operate . You’ll add credibility to the assertions of management about the financial condition and performance of a company, while using leading-edge technology (such as Aura, Halo and Connect). This ensures you're at the forefront of understanding how audits are delivered to clients.
With connectivity being a key enabler of our strategy, our objective is to become the most connected firm - connected to our clients, our communities and to each other. PwC follows an Activity Based Work model, where our PwC professionals engage in a diverse range of activities from our offices, from client sites, or our home.
What you’ll bring to this role:
Enrolled in or completed post-secondary education and working to obtain or have obtained all Canadian CPA required prerequisite courses
An interest in upskilling for a digital world and technology trends, an openness to learning new tools and adapting how you work
A demonstrated commitment to valuing differences and working alongside diverse people and perspectives
Strong written and verbal communication skills to articulate new ideas
Highly detail oriented with excellent organisational and analytical skills; an ability to think broadly and to ask questions about data, facts and other information to deliver quality to our clients
Share and collaborate effectively with others, building relationships which are genuine and rooted in trust
Ability to easily adapt and prioritise, demonstrating project management skills to handle changing priorities
Examples of alignment with PwC Values: Acting with Integrity, Working Together, Care, Reimagine the Possible and Make a Difference
You’ll be comfortable travelling to cities across Canada (when deemed safe to do so by applicable public health or regulatory authorities and PwC)
This role requires that you are legally entitled to work for PwC in Canada for the intended duration of the offer/contract.
We'd love it even more if you’re bilingual in English and French, however this isn't a requirement.
Note: We only allow you to submit one application; however you are able to select a second and third office preference.
Why you’ll love working with us
At PwC Canada, our solvers are supported through meaningful rewards, meaningful connections, meaningful work, and meaningful growth. Thrive in work and life through our diverse, inclusive and flexible culture, powered by the latest tech. Learn what it means to be a part of The New Equation .
In financial statement audit at PwC, you will focus on obtaining reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements as a whole are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an auditor’s report that includes the auditor’s opinion.
Applying at PwC
At PwC, we embrace new technology where you will learn to innovate and deliver differently. To learn about our application process visit our Applying to PwC page on our campus recruitment website.
To apply, visit our campus recruitment website at pwc.com/ca/campus and submit your resume and transcripts (unofficial version is accepted) by April, 27th 2026 at 11:5+PM EST.
Join our community of solvers in cultivating a collaborative workplace driven by unique perspectives. We’re proud PwC Canada advances a culture that helps everyone thrive. It's one of the reasons we're recognized as a top employer in Canada. As you build a career with purpose and build meaningful connections that’ll last a lifetime, you'll work with people from diverse backgrounds and industries to help solve important problems, powered by the latest technology, to turn today's ideas into tomorrow's solutions.
PwC Canada is committed to cultivating an inclusive, hybrid work environment - one that is collaborative, supportive and productive. We want you to be intentional with your work, how you do it and where it’s done. We work in-person and virtually, as is best suited for our clients, teams and people. PwC offices are hubs of connectivity and learning and as such we strongly encourage our people to prioritize in-person work. We know that hybrid work is all about balance, and capturing the benefits of in-person work is essential to your growth at the firm. Exact expectations for your team can be discussed with your interviewer.
What you’ll create and do:
PwC's Assurance professionals understand how businesses work from the inside. With more than 2,500 Assurance professionals in 24 cities across Canada, working closely with public and private companies, we help solve complex business issues faced by management and boards, and serve the public interest by supporting the capital markets system through reliable financial reporting.
Our teams ask questions, test assumptions and evaluate whether companies are reporting information upon which investors and others can rely on. We combine deep technical skills and sector experience to help our clients address the challenges of a rapidly changing environment and strengthen their businesses.
As an Associate working towards your Canadian CPA designation you’ll be put at the heart of understanding how businesses operate . You’ll add credibility to the assertions of management about the financial condition and performance of a company, while using leading-edge technology (such as Aura, Halo and Connect). This ensures you're at the forefront of understanding how audits are delivered to clients.
With connectivity being a key enabler of our strategy, our objective is to become the most connected firm - connected to our clients, our communities and to each other. PwC follows an Activity Based Work model, where our PwC professionals engage in a diverse range of activities from our offices, from client sites, or our home.
What you’ll bring to this role:
Enrolled in or completed post-secondary education and working to obtain or have obtained all Canadian CPA required prerequisite courses
An interest in upskilling for a digital world and technology trends, an openness to learning new tools and adapting how you work
A demonstrated commitment to valuing differences and working alongside diverse people and perspectives
Strong written and verbal communication skills to articulate new ideas
Highly detail oriented with excellent organisational and analytical skills; an ability to think broadly and to ask questions about data, facts and other information to deliver quality to our clients
Share and collaborate effectively with others, building relationships which are genuine and rooted in trust
Ability to easily adapt and prioritise, demonstrating project management skills to handle changing priorities
Examples of alignment with PwC Values: Acting with Integrity, Working Together, Care, Reimagine the Possible and Make a Difference
You’ll be comfortable travelling to cities across Canada (when deemed safe to do so by applicable public health or regulatory authorities and PwC)
This role requires that you are legally entitled to work for PwC in Canada for the intended duration of the offer/contract.
We'd love it even more if you’re bilingual in English and French, however this isn't a requirement.
Note: We only allow you to submit one application; however you are able to select a second and third office preference.
Why you’ll love working with us
At PwC Canada, our solvers are supported through meaningful rewards, meaningful connections, meaningful work, and meaningful growth. Thrive in work and life through our diverse, inclusive and flexible culture, powered by the latest tech. Learn what it means to be a part of The New Equation .
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The January 2026 - Assurance CPA - 4 Month - CO-OP - Ottawa position is now open for candidates interested in the Accountant Jobs sector. This role in Ottawa offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Accountant Jobs is a plus.