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KPMG

Manager, Audit

Boisbriand, QC

As part of our Audit & Assurance practice, you'll deliver highquality work that supports trust, transparency, and confidence across both public and private organizations. We foster an environment of ...

KPMG

Manager, Audit

Brossard, QC

As part of our Audit & Assurance practice, you'll deliver highquality work that supports trust, transparency, and confidence across both public and private organizations. We foster an environment of ...

KPMG

Manager, Audit

Montreal, QC

As part of our Audit & Assurance practice, you'll deliver highquality work that supports trust, transparency, and confidence across both public and private organizations. We foster an environment of ...

Geniac

Analyste - Audit specialise

Montreal, QC · On-site

Dans l'equipe d'Audit specialise ,lebonheur au travail se cultive au quotidien, a travers des gestes simples mais significatifs : des espaces de travail agreables, des moments de convivialite, une ...

WSP

Internal Audit Manager

Montreal, QC · On-site

The Opportunity The Internal Audit Manager is responsible for leading and delivering operational, financial, IT, regulatory, and compliance audits, assessments, and advisory mandates, while ...

WSP

Internal Audit Manager

Montreal, QC · On-site

The Opportunity The Internal Audit Manager is responsible for leading and delivering operational, financial, IT, regulatory, and compliance audits, assessments, and advisory mandates, while ...

KPMG

Senior Manager, Audit

Montreal, QC

As part of our Audit & Assurance practice, you'll deliver highquality work that supports trust, transparency, and confidence across both public and private organizations. We foster an environment of ...

Deloitte

Directeur(trice), Audit Interne

Montreal, QC · On-site

Contribue à l'élaboration de plans annuels d'audit interne basé sur les risques pour nos clients * Ébauche d'offres de services et participation à des activités d'expansion des affaires afin de ...

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How much do audit associate jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for audit associate in Quebec is $58,938.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45,500.00 and $69,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an audit associate?

An audit associate provides technical and clerical support for a lead auditor to help examine and verify an organization’s processes or financial information. Under the supervision of an audit department, your duties as an associate auditor include planning and carrying out aspects of an internal audit aimed at improving the efficiency or financial health of a company. In addition to providing accounting assistance, you may conduct interviews with employees and create reports of findings for the auditing department. Qualifications for a career as an audit associate include a bachelor’s degree in accounting, statistics, or a related field, as well as relevant job experience. Audit associates also need excellent attention to detail, strong written and verbal communication skills, and advanced math ability.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an audit associate?

To thrive as an Audit Associate, you need a solid understanding of accounting principles, analytical skills, and a bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field. Familiarity with audit software (such as CaseWare or IDEA), Microsoft Excel, and sometimes a CPA track or certification is highly valued. Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and effective communication help Audit Associates excel in client interactions and team environments. These skills and qualifications are critical for ensuring accurate financial assessments and maintaining the integrity of audit processes.

What are some common challenges audit associates face during busy season, and how can they effectively manage their workload?

Audit Associates often experience heavier workloads and tight deadlines during busy season, which can be both challenging and rewarding. Managing multiple client engagements, adapting to changing priorities, and handling large volumes of data are typical hurdles. Effective time management, clear communication with team members, and leveraging audit software for efficiency are key strategies to stay organized. Seeking guidance from senior associates and maintaining a collaborative mindset can also help in successfully navigating peak periods.

What is the difference between Audit Associate vs Staff Auditor?

AspectAudit AssociateStaff Auditor
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in accounting or related field; CPA preferredBachelor's degree in accounting or related field; CPA often preferred
Work EnvironmentPublic accounting firms, corporate finance teamsPublic accounting firms, internal audit departments
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in accounting firms and corporationsCommon in accounting firms and internal audit roles
Comparison Search IntentUnderstanding entry-level audit rolesClarifying audit job responsibilities and career path

Both Audit Associate and Staff Auditor roles typically require similar educational backgrounds and certifications. They often work in similar environments within accounting firms or corporate finance departments. The main difference lies in job titles used by employers, with 'Staff Auditor' sometimes indicating a slightly more experienced position. Both roles serve as entry points into the auditing profession, focusing on financial review, compliance, and internal controls.

Do you need a CPA to be an audit associate?

A CPA license is not always required to become an audit associate, but many employers prefer or require it for advancement and to perform certain audit tasks. Entry-level audit roles often accept candidates with a bachelor's degree in accounting or related fields, and pursuing a CPA can enhance career prospects and credibility in the field.

How much money does an audit associate make?

An audit associate's average salary typically ranges from $55,000 to $70,000 per year, depending on experience, location, and firm size. Entry-level positions may start lower, while those with certifications like CPA can earn higher salaries, especially in larger firms or metropolitan areas.

Is an audit associate a stressful job?

An audit associate role can be stressful during peak periods such as busy season, when deadlines and workload increase. The job requires attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and often involves long hours, especially when preparing for audits or financial reporting deadlines.
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Infographic showing various Audit Associate job openings in Quebec as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 25% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $58,938 per year, or $28.3 per hour.

Information Technology Audit Senior Associate (Bilingual FR/EN)

PwC

Montreal, QC

CA$65K - CA$109K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 4 days ago

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8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 76 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Line of Service

Assurance

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Conduct and Compliance

Management Level

Senior Associate

Job Description & Summary

A career in our External Audit Process Assurance practice, within Process Assurance services, will enable you to assist clients in optimising control activities, organisational strategy, and policies and procedures. You'll conduct transaction testing, perform readiness assessments, and leverage various technical Information Technology controls (e.g. databases, operating systems, data warehouses, and reporting tools) in order to help our clients achieve optimal operational efficiency.
Our team helps organisations navigate the increasingly complex reporting environments by improving internal controls and increasing confidence in the quality of the information produced by their internal systems. We focus on the design, documentation, and operations of controls around the financial reporting process, including financial business process and Information Technology management controls.

Meaningful work you'll be part of

As a Information Technology Audit Senior Associate, you'll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve business issues, deliver high quality client service and operational efficiency. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Providecertificationservices,includingtheassessmentoftechnologyrisks,leveragingcontrolframeworks(COSO, COBIT)

  • Participatein audits of IT Controls,testingofautomatedandmanualbusiness processcontrols,internalauditswithan IT focus, ServiceOrganizationControl audits, ISO 27001certificationandprojectsin thegeneralITsecurityspace

  • Carryingout theworkin an optimal fashion in compliancewithdeadlines andbudgetaryrequirementsoutlinedin the planning phase

  • Consultwithourclients onoperationalcontrolsand processimprovement

  • Documentingclearand concise auditevidenceobtainedduringtheexecutionof the audit andvalidatetheirrelevance andqualityof information

  • Conductinganalyses of controldeficienciesnotedduringthe course of the audit andtheirimpact onfinancialdata and theoverallauditstrategy

  • EstablishingandmaintainingcollaborativerelationshipsinternallywithPwCteamsandexternalclients

  • Upholdthefirm'scode ofethicsand businessconduct

Experiences and skills you'll use to solve

  • Bachelor'sdegreeinAccounting, Finance, Computer Science, or businessrelated

  • Working towards one of these designations: CPA,CA, CMA, CGA, CIA, CGAP, Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) or Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)

  • Provenabilityto documentprocessesandcontrols,developandexecutetestingprograms

  • Strongknowledgeoftechnology, IT practices and standards, infrastructure-relatedrisksandcontrolsin the areas ofsecurityand IT and IT controlframeworks

  • Exposureto dataanalyticsandvisualizationtools

  • Demonstratedcommitmenttovaluing inclusion and diversity, as well as coachingindividuals with diverse perspectives

  • Thesuccessfulcandidaterequiresfluencyin English, in addition to French astheywillberequiredto support orcollaboratewithEnglish-speakingclients,colleaguesand/or stakeholdersduringthe course oftheiremploymentwithPwC Canada

This position ensures continuity and upholds our standards of excellence following the departure of a valued team member.

The salary range for this position is $65,600 - $109,300. The posted salary range represents the expected hiring range for PwC locations in major city centres. Given our national recruiting approach, ranges may vary for positions in other locations. At PwC Canada, base salary is determined by your skills, experience, qualifications and work location. In addition to base salary, eligible employees may have opportunities to participate in variable incentive pay programs which are designed to reward individual and firm-wide achievements. We are committed to offering competitive compensation and adhere to all relevant pay transparency legislation. During the hiring process, our Talent Acquisition team will provide details about our comprehensive total rewards package.

Why you'll love PwC

We're inspiring and empowering our people to change the world. Powered by the latest technology, you'll be a part of diverse teams helping public and private clients build trust and deliver sustained outcomes. This meaningful work, and our continuous development environment, will take your career to the next level. We reward your impact, and support your wellbeing, through a competitive compensation package, inclusive benefits and flexibility programs that will help you thrive in work and life. Learn more about our Application Process and Total Rewards Package at: https://jobs-ca.pwc.com/ca/en/life-at-pwc

PwC Canada acknowledges that we work and live across Turtle Island, on the land that is now known as Canada, which are the lands of the ancestral, treaty and unceded territories of the First Nations, Metis and Inuit Peoples. We recognize the systemic racism, colonialism and oppression that Indigenous Peoples have experienced and still go through, and we commit to allyship and solidarity.

Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)

Degrees/Field of Study required:Degrees/Field of Study preferred:

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Required Skills

Optional Skills

Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Artificial Intelligence (AI) Platform, Auditing, Auditing Methodologies, Client Management, Communication, Compliance Program Implementation, Creativity, Data Analysis and Interpretation, Data Ingestion, Data Modeling, Data Quality, Data Security, Data Transformation, Data Visualization, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, External Audit, Financial Reporting, Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS), Governance Framework {+ 22 more}

Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)

Travel Requirements

Not Specified

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

No

Government Clearance Required?

No

Job Posting End Date

We're committed to providing accommodation throughout the application, interview, and employment process. If you require accommodation to be at your best, please let us know during the application process.The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in recruiting is just getting started, so we know you have questions about how and why we use it. At certain points during our recruiting process, we rely on AI to improve your experience. This could be during resume review or curating personalized job recommendations, asking you clarifying questions via a chatbot or during our interview scheduling to improve your experience. Our use of AI helps ensure we combat bias by evaluating candidates equally and fairly, without seeing identity information, such as your name, or gender for example). AI also helps us better predict successful hires by reviewing all applicants for a role and the relationship between your skills, experience and likely success at PwC Canada. While AI supports parts of our recruitment process, final hiring decisions always involve human review. For more information about our use and protection of your data, please refer to our Privacy Policy (https://www.pwc.com/ca/en/privacy-policy.html).Nous tenons a repondre a vos besoins tout au long du processus de demande d'emploi, d'entrevue et d'embauche. Si vous avez besoin de mesures d'adaptation pour etre parfaitement a l'aise, faites-le-nous savoir a l'etape de la demande d'emploi.L'utilisation de l'intelligence artificielle (IA) dans le domaine du recrutement en est a ses balbutiements. Nous savons que vous pourriez vous demander comment et pourquoi nous y avons recours. A certains stades de notre processus de recrutement, nous comptons sur l'IA pour ameliorer votre experience. Par exemple, pendant l'examen du curriculum vit ou l'elaboration d'une liste de recommandations personnalisees, un agent conversationnel pourrait vous demander des precisions ou fixer avec vous un rendez-vous pour l'entrevue. L'IA nous aide a mieux lutter contre les prejuges, car l'evaluation des candidats se fait de facon juste et equitable, sans que les informations d'identification comme le nom ou le sexe soient connues. Elle nous permet egalement de mieux reperer les bons candidats pour un poste et d'evaluer le lien entre leurs competences, leur experience et leurs chances de reussir chez PwC Canada. Bien que l'IA facilite certaines etapes de notre processus de recrutement, les decisions finales d'embauche sont toujours prises par des personnes. Pour en savoir plus sur l'utilisation et la protection de vos donnees personnelles, consultez notre politique sur la protection des renseignements confidentiels (https://www.pwc.com/ca/fr/privacy-policy.html).

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