Active Job Vacancies at PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC)

Job Description & Summary

A career within Customer Consulting services, will provide you with the opportunity to help our clients design customer strategies that address the customers’ underlying needs and desired outcomes. We help build bridges between digital and analog mediums, delivering personal and contextual experiences powered by technology and analytics, and driving the total experience by engaging the customer, product, partner, and employee experiences.

To really stand out and make us fit for the future in a constantly changing world, each and every one of us at PwC needs to be a purpose-led and values-driven leader at every level. To help us achieve this we have the PwC Professional; our global leadership development framework. It gives us a single set of expectations across our lines, geographies and career paths, and provides transparency on the skills we need as individuals to be successful and progress in our careers, now and in the future.

As an Associate, you'll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. PwC Professional skills and responsibilities for this management level include but are not limited to:

• Invite and give in the moment feedback in a constructive manner.
• Share and collaborate effectively with others.
• Identify and make suggestions for improvements when problems and/or opportunities arise.
• Handle, manipulate and analyse data and information responsibly.
• Follow risk management and compliance procedures.
• Keep up-to-date with developments in area of specialism.
• Communicate confidently in a clear, concise and articulate manner - verbally and in the materials I produce.
• Build and maintain an internal and external network.
• Seek opportunities to learn about how PwC works as a global network of firms.
• Uphold the firm's code of ethics and business conduct.

Our new South Africa Technology & Innovation Centre (SATIC) is the latest part of PwC, a global brand delivering both technology and business services for the biggest clients in the world. We are excited to be in a position to advertise Executive Support opportunities within SATIC Johannesburg team. Successful applicants will support UK based stakeholders and play a key role in supporting the growth of our team on an international basis.

We have a range of opportunities available at the Senior, Assistant and Administrative levels within Executive Support based in the Johannesburg office and welcome applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds. Key skills that are applicable across all role levels are:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and establish positive relationships with team members and stakeholders who will be working remotely to you
• Ability to collaborate effectively sharing workload to support the success of the team
• A true team player who is willing to work hard to build strong and productive relationships with the ability to upwardly manage stakeholders at all levels within the Business Unit, Line of Service and wider firm.
• Ability to work under pressure with high levels of confidentiality and resilience due to the busy nature of the role.
• High level of attention to detail 
• Forward thinking with a proactive, self-starting attitude and strong problem solving abilities 
• Strong organisational skills with experience of prioritising and managing multiple stakeholder requests to meet deadlines whilst maintaining an exceptional quality of work 
• Experience in coordinating/managing projects
• Strong technical skills with experience of using the Google / Microsoft Office Suites 
• A curious mindset with the ability to embrace and adapt to new technology in a fast moving tech environment.

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Job Description & Summary

• A career in Infrastructure and Property, within Internal Firm Services, will provide you with the opportunity to be a part of developing and managing the PwC operational infrastructure that allows us to support our people and our clients. We focus on all aspects of internal infrastructure services from real estate site selection, facilities management, and physical security to managing relationships with Firm travel partners and event planning.
•  Our Office Services team is responsible for managing the well being of our office environment as well as responding to office requests from PwC partners and staff to help keep the office running smoothly.
• To really stand out and make us fit for the future in a constantly changing world, each and every one of us at PwC needs to be a purpose-led and values-driven leader at every level. To help us achieve this we have the PwC Professional; our global leadership development framework. It gives us a single set of expectations across our lines, geographies and career paths, and provides transparency on the skills we need as individuals to be successful and progress in our careers, now and in the future.

At the Administrative level, you'll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. PwC Professional skills and responsibilities for this management level include but are not limited to:

• Conduct self in a professional manner and take responsibility for work and commitments.
• Flex approach to meet the changing needs of teams and clients.
• Identify and make suggestions for improvements when problems and/or opportunities arise.
• Learn about business needs are changing and consider the impact on services provided.
• Take action to stay current with new and evolving technology.
• Handle, manipulate and analyse data and information responsibly.
• Communicate with empathy and adapt communication style to meet the needs of the situation and audience.
• Anticipate the needs of others and take appropriate action.
• Embrace different points of view and welcome opposing and conflicting ideas.
• Uphold the firm's code of ethics and business conduct.

Performance Goals

Delivery / Collection

• To deliver and collect documents from clients and regional PwC offices. 

Vehicle Maintenance

• Checking that vehicles are road worthy, their (cars) performance and also that they are neat and clean
• Inspect the vehicles between 08h00 and 08h30 for any defects and or damage and ensure all tools and spare wheels are in the vehicle, and report to the Facilities Manager before 09h00 if any of the above is not in order.
• Complete log book.
• Fill up the vehicle with fuel before coming to the office at the end of the last trip.
• Vehicles are not to be used for personal business.
• No smoking in the car(s)
• Traffic fines are to be paid from the driver's own pocket.
• It is the driver's responsibility to make sure the car is in perfect condition.
• Keep the vehicles neat and clean.

Ad Hoc Duties

• Reception Duties
• Administrative duties

Knowledge, Skills & Attributes

Knowledge

• Good knowledge of areas within Cape Town and the greater Western Cape region.
• Good knowledge of using the map book.

Skills

• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Excellent listening skills.
• Excellent time management skills.

Attributes

• Good in creating team spirit, e.g. leading by example.
• Gaining willing cooperation, e.g. by emphasising the importance of reaching a work objective.
• Encouraging cooperation between team members.
• Strong ethics.
• Committed.

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Role Overview:

The business analyst bridges the gap between IT and the business by assessing processes, determining requirements and delivering data-driven recommendations and reports to executives and stakeholders. They are involved in the design or modification of products and works closely with stakeholders and cross-functional teams to identify and address business challenges, ensuring that products meet the needs and requirements of the business. Business analysts play a critical role in guiding businesses in improving processes and products through data analysis. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Requirements Gathering and Analysis Collect, analyse, and document detailed business and technical requirements from stakeholders to ensure clarity and alignment with product goals. 
• Stakeholder Communication Facilitate effective communication between stakeholders and the product team to ensure a mutual understanding of project requirements and expectations. 
• Design Thinking and Prototyping Participate in design thinking workshops, develop low-fidelity and high-fidelity prototypes using tools like Figma. Conduct user sessions to gather feedback and iterate on prototypes. 
• User Story Development Write clear and concise user stories and acceptance criteria to guide the product team in delivering features that meet business needs. 
• Process Mapping and Improvement Analyse and map current business processes, identify areas for improvement, and propose solutions to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. 
• Data Analysis and Reporting Conduct data analysis to support decision-making, track product progress, and provide actionable insights to stakeholders. 
• Functional Testing and Validation Develop test plans, test cases in Azure DevOps, conduct functional testing, and ensure that products meet business requirements. 
• Product Documentation Maintain comprehensive and up-to-date documentation of business requirements, process flows, and product deliverables. 
• Change Management Manage changes to product scope, requirements, and priorities, ensuring that impacts are communicated and understood by all team members. 
• Agile Practices and Facilitation Support agile practices within the team, participate in sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives, and help ensure continuous delivery of value. 
• Stakeholder Training and Support Provide training and support to stakeholders and end-users to ensure smooth adoption and utilization of new systems and processes. 
• Ownership of governance Ensure that governance required for product delivery is in place, including Technology Risk Framework and Application Readiness Review requirements.  
• Technology champion Stay abreast of technologies that drive our product development. 

Qualifications: 

• A bachelor's degree / diploma in IT, Computer Science, Data Science, or a related technical field. 
• Certifications business analysis best practice and techniques are advantageous.  

Desired Skills and Experience: 

Some of the desired skills and experiences for the Business Analysts role are: 

• Experience: 3-5 years of experience in business analysis or a related role. 
• Agile & SDLC: Familiarity with Agile methodologies and the software development lifecycle (SDLC) 
• Analytical Thinking: Ability to analyze complex data and processes. 
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills. 
• Problem-Solving: Aptitude for identifying issues and proposing effective solutions. 
• Technical Proficiency: Knowledge of relevant software tools and technologies, Power Platform, Node JS, Angular, C# and .NET will be advantageous. 
• Stakeholder Management: Ability to engage and manage stakeholder expectations. 
• Documentation: Proficiency in creating clear and concise documentation. 
• Requirements Elicitation: Proficiency in requirements elicitation and documentation. 
• Design Thinking: Understanding of design thinking principles. 
• Prototyping: Knowledge of prototyping tools and techniques. 
• Software Testing: Knowledge of testing methodologies and user acceptance testing (UAT). 
• User Experience (UX): Understanding of user experience (UX) principles. 

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Job Description & Summary

• A career within Tax services, will provide you with the opportunity to help our clients meet and manage their tax obligations across unique but ever changing tax specialties.
• You’ll advise clients on their local and overseas tax affairs, while acting as a strategic consultant related to business analysis, managing indirect taxes, dispute resolution, and global enterprise tax solutions.
• Our team helps our clients identify and reduce tax risks, meet compliance obligations, implement tax strategies that complement business and operational objectives, resolve disagreements with tax authorities, and manage tax accounting and reporting issues. You’ll be engaged in projects dealing with International tax, mergers and acquisitions, state and local tax accounting, regulatory processes, tax reporting and strategy.
• To really stand out and make us fit for the future in a constantly changing world, each and every one of us at PwC needs to be a purpose-led and values-driven leader at every level.
• To help us achieve this we have the PwC Professional; our global leadership development framework. It gives us a single set of expectations across our lines, geographies and career paths, and provides transparency on the skills we need as individuals to be successful and progress in our careers, now and in the future.

As an Associate, you'll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. PwC Professional skills and responsibilities for this management level include but are not limited to:

• Invite and give in the moment feedback in a constructive manner.
• Share and collaborate effectively with others.
• Identify and make suggestions for improvements when problems and/or opportunities arise.
• Handle, manipulate and analyse data and information responsibly.
• Follow risk management and compliance procedures.
• Keep up-to-date with developments in area of specialism.
• Communicate confidently in a clear, concise and articulate manner - verbally and in the materials I produce.
• Build and maintain an internal and external network.
• Seek opportunities to learn about how PwC works as a global network of firms.
• Uphold the firm's code of ethics and business conduct.

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Job Description & Summary

Our Contingent Worker - Client Services team comprises of temporary employees that support client engagement projects during high volume periods.

To really stand out and make us fit for the future in a constantly changing world, each and every one of us at PwC needs to be a purpose-led and values-driven leader at every level. To help us achieve this we have the PwC Professional; our global leadership development framework. It gives us a single set of expectations across our lines, geographies and career paths, and provides transparency on the skills we need as individuals to be successful and progress in our careers, now and in the future.

As a Manager, you'll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. PwC Professional skills and responsibilities for this management level include but are not limited to:

• Develop new skills outside of comfort zone.
• Act to resolve issues which prevent the team working effectively.
• Coach others, recognise their strengths, and encourage them to take ownership of their personal development.
• Analyse complex ideas or proposals and build a range of meaningful recommendations.
• Use multiple sources of information including broader stakeholder views to develop solutions and recommendations.
• Address sub-standard work or work that does not meet firm's/client's expectations.
• Use data and insights to inform conclusions and support decision-making.
• Develop a point of view on key global trends, and how they impact clients.
• Manage a variety of viewpoints to build consensus and create positive outcomes for all parties.
• Simplify complex messages, highlighting and summarising key points.
• Uphold the firm's code of ethics and business conduct.

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Purpose of Job

To support the delivery of Line of Service business strategy, while being effective and demonstrating proficiency across financial performance management, decision support and business planning and forecasting.

Role Description

Responsibilities:     

• Manage the team of LoS Finance managers that service the industry groups in the region. This includes team leader and performance management duties.
• Coordinate and perform the reporting, planning, budgeting and forecasting at sub-LoS, Cost Centre and regional level.
• Provide support on opportunity pricing and budgeting. 
• Liaise with the CoE (Centre of Excellence) and/or In country finance lead on complex and cross border transactions such as withholding tax, exchange control, etc. 
• Provide commentary and analysis on LoS management and engagement reports e.g. Operating Statements, WIP (Work In Progress), Debtors, etc. 
• Act in the capacity as the liaison for billing and project setup, maintenance, provisions and adjustments for the assigned LoS (s). 
• Be the subject matter expert and consultant to the LoS on issues such as contract and project creation, WIP valuations and general NIC management. 
• Oversee the local finance managers and support staff in ensuring procurement and region/cost centre specific financial administration is up to date. 
• Drive communication and collaboration between the Line of Service and the different finance teams. 
• Report and analyse on project, contract, Partner, LoS, Cost centre and client levels.
• Conduct ad-hoc tasks/projects to support business requirements.
• Develop an intricate knowledge of the financial reporting systems, controls and processes that operate across business within the business at LoS and Cost Centre level.
• Develop an understanding and input into the development of the business’s financial reporting policies and risk management frameworks in order to assess compliance and guide interpretation and training in relevant areas.
• Ensure alignment of processes with organisational strategy and take accountability for relevant processes within the area of responsibility and ensure delivery and maintenance of standardised processes and controls.

Resources and Accountabilities

Geographical span

• Gauteng Region

Number of direct reports 

• 6 - 7 direct reports (with 5 support staff reporting to the individual managers)

Key Competencies and Attributes

Knowledge, skills and abilities

• Advanced skills in financial planning and strategy development.
• Skills in profitability management.
• Financial performance reporting skills.
• Advanced analytical, organisational, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with financial software systems (knowledge or previous experience of Oracle advantageous).
• Excellent computer literacy skills, including advanced MS Office skills.
• Practical and technical knowledge of legal and regulatory issues affecting contracts, financial policies and procedures.
• Experience leading, coaching and developing staff.

Qualification & Experience 

Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years’ experience in financial management in a professional services environment.
• Preferably minimum of first degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or any related discipline.
• Relevant professional certifications e.g. Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), CA (SA), Association of Certified and Chartered Accountants (ACCA), or its equivalent is an advantage.