January 2027 - Assurance CPA - Co-op - 4 months - Waterloo

Location: Waterloo

Line of Service

Assurance

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Management Level

Associate

Job Description & Summary

At PwC Canada, we’re more than a professional services firm—we’re a community of solvers tackling the world’s most important problems. As a co-op in our Assurance practice, you’ll be part of a diverse, inclusive team that values your perspective and empowers you to make a real impact. You’ll build relationships, gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge technologies, and contribute to work that matters—whether it’s helping clients navigate complex challenges or driving trust in financial reporting.

Throughout your co-op term, you’ll be supported by experienced professionals and exposed to our innovative AI and digital tools. You’ll also gain firsthand experience of busy season and see how assurance work unfolds in real time. Whether you're working from a PwC office, a client site, or remotely, you’ll be part of a collaborative environment that encourages curiosity and continuous learning. Grow here, go further.

Experiences and skills you’ll use to solve

Enrolled in post-secondary education and working to obtain the 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

This role requires that you are legally entitled to work for PwC in Canada for the intended duration of the offer/contract.

PwC Canada is committed to cultivating an inclusive, hybrid work environment. Exact expectations for your team can be discussed with your interviewer.

Note: We only allow you to submit one application; however you are able to select a second and third office preference.

Please note

Apply before our applications close on September 18th, 2026 at 11:59pm (EST). To learn about our application process, visit our Applying to PwC page on our campus recruitment website

This position is eligible for PwC Canada’s Award and Mentorship Programs.

The salary range for this position is $55,000 - $65,000. Eligible employees will also have the opportunity to participate in our performance 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.

Why you’ll love PwC

Personalized Benefits & Wellbeing: Choose flexible health, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage. Access mental health support ($3,500 annually), virtual care, and up to a $750 lifestyle account for wellness, fitness, and personal growth.

Invest in Your Future: Boost your retirement savings with employer matching and take advantage of financial planning resources and banking programs.

Growth & Learning: Unlock coaching, mentoring, and clear career paths to help you reach your potential.

Time off to focus on what matters most: Enjoy up to 31 paid days off including summer and winter office closures, substitute a public holiday to observe your religious holiday, or take part in international remote work options to extend your time abroad,

Inclusive, Purpose-Driven Culture: Join a diverse, supportive team where you can be your authentic self, build lifelong relationships, and help shape tomorrow.

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, Métis 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

Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)

Required Skills

Optional Skills

Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Accounting and Financial Reporting Standards, Accounting Policies, Active Listening, Artificial Intelligence (AI) Platform, Auditing, Auditing Methodologies, Client Management, Communication, Compliance Auditing, Complying With Regulations, Data Analysis and Interpretation, Data Ingestion, Data Modeling, Data Quality, Data Security, Data Transformation, Data Visualization, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, External Audit, Financial Accounting, Financial Audit, Financial Disclosure Report {+ 19 more}

Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)

Travel Requirements

Not Specified

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

No

Government Clearance Required?

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.

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