Current Vacancies at BDO South Africa

Description

We have an excellent opportunity for a Legal Assistant to join our team at BDO Wealth Advisers (Pty) Ltd. The team advises on Financial Planning, Estate Planning, Trust Law, Employee Benefits and Deceased Estate Administration.

Working as part of the legal department, you will play an integral role in assisting the In-house Attorney (Nationally).

• Drafting non-complex Wills and Codicils;
• Attendance to Registration, De-registrations and Administrations of trusts;
• Assisting with preparing Master’s Correspondence for notarial contracts;
• Assisting the In-House Attorney with research for opinion pieces;
• Client facing and maintaining relationships;
• Assisting with Legal processes within the business;
• Updating client records on various systems (DocFox, Elite Wealth)

Requirements
Qualifications and Experience:

• LLB graduate;
• Knowledge and experience in drafting Wills and understanding the Legislative contents thereof;
• Good Legal research skills;
• Good communication skills;
• Excellent proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe PDF.

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Description

BDO Business Services Outsourcing has a vacancy for a Senior Accountant who will help in maintaining/managing portfolios of monthly and annual accounting clients. 

Competencies:

• Responsibility for portfolio of clients (Individuals, Trust, Companies and Close Corporations)
• Perform the following engagements Compilation Engagements in terms of ISRS 4410 Independent Review Engagements in terms of ISRE 2400 Accounting Officer Engagements in terms of Close Corporations Act
• Ensuring that proper planning is performed before execution
• Ensuring BDO SOPs are followed at all times 
• Reviewing working paper files performed by junior staff
• Proposing journals to client
• Communicating with clients and making engagement arrangements, discuss engagement results
• Accounting duties Preparation, processing and maintenance of accounting records for numerous Individuals, Trust, Companies and Close Corporations from source documents 
• Balance sheet reconciliations Preparation of audit files and finalization of accounts 
• Preparation of monthly management accounts
• Processing monthly general journals
• Monthly reconciliation of expenses 
• Drafting financial statements in terms of relevant accounting disclosure requirements (IFRS and IFRS for SMEs) using CaseWare
• Performing tax computations for companies, close corporations and trusts (including SBC's, special allowances (s12C, S12E, etc.))
• Preparation and submission of statutory returns (VAT 201, EMP 201, EMP501 and return of earnings
• Managing WIP and budgets on engagements 
• Updating manager and partner on progress of engagements 
• Mentoring junior staff both on the job and general
• Assist other staff members where needed 
• Attending to any other matters arising, such as tax queries etc in collaboration with other departments within the organisation
• Outsourced assignments when needed 
• Seek opportunities to grow department and client base
• Other duties as may be required in line with the position   

Requirements

Skills requirements:  

• BCom Financial Accounting and Tax as majors (preferred Hons. BCom accounting but not a requirement)  
• 3-5 years’ experience in an accounting/similar organisation
• Competed SAIPA or SAICA articles preferred 
• Working knowledge of most commonly used accounting packages (for reporting purposes and ad-hoc processing) 
• Detailed knowledge of CaseWare working papers   

Role requirements:

• Ability to lead a team 
• Work in a team and independently 
• Good communication skills, internal and external, both written and verbal 
• Good IT skills to grow the digitisation process within BDO
• Ability to travel   

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Description

BDO has a vacancy for a suitable qualified and experienced Transfer Pricing Assistant Manager/Manager. Reporting as part of the national Transfer Pricing and International Tax team, you will inter alia be responsible for.

Project involvement:

• Act as a point of contact within the firm, for the client together with the director. This will include responding quickly to, as well as anticipating, client requests/needs, keeping clients informed of progress in relation to all aspects of the service provided, and maintaining regular contact with clients
• Manage advisory engagements under the supervision of the director, such as, transfer pricing setting strategies or advising foreign multinational companies on the tax implications of their operations in the region
• Manage compliance documentation engagements under the supervision of the director, such as, country-by-country reporting, master files and local files
• Manage accrual reviews and due diligences under the supervision of the director
• Drafting/managing proposals under the supervision of the director for engagements bearing in mind the expectations of our clients
• Developing and pursuing creative strategies while using latest technologies available or to be programmed with our technology department
• Manage billings and cash collection within the firms criteria
• Regular involvement with transfer pricing, tax planning and complex tax issues in conjunction with directors
• Ensure assignments are completed within agreed budgets and keep client/director informed of overruns and plan staff assignments in order to give an appropriate spread of experience
• Ensure that the BDO’s quality control procedures are adhered to including second director review
• Identify risk and technical matters, as well as selling opportunities, to the director, whilst exercising judgement within agreed parameters

Management:

• Must provide overall support to directors on client matters and assist in the management of clients and the team, this will include support at times for the recruitment and appraising of staff
• Will work as part of management team and be a vital member in the national transfer pricing and international tax team with other tax managers/directors within the business group, and provide support to the rest of the Tax team
• Actively participate in the management of the national transfer pricing and international tax team through director/manager meetings and by attendance at social functions
• Training must be provided to more junior staff both on the job and through monitoring and on the job performance, whilst consistently providing feedback
• Counsel, appraise, develop and motivate staff as appropriate
• Responsible for coaching and developing junior members of staff

Sales and Marketing:

• Should be able to recognise business and sales opportunities and progress these forward with director support
• Participate in bids/proposals for new work
• Able to take advantage of marketing/PR opportunities
• Develop own network of contacts internally and externally

 Communication and representation:

• Develop contact with clients at senior level and maintain contact with other levels as appropriate to ensure the firm has the confidence of the client
• Act as a liaison between the client and other specialist service groups within BDO
• Contribute centrally by lecturing on internal courses
• Consult with colleagues and directors on technical and risk matters

Requirements

Qualifications, experience and requirements

• Preferably a degree or post-graduate degree in economics; Attorney with completed M.Com, LLM (Tax Law) or HDip; CA(SA) or TA(SA) is a bonus – but NOT required. Suitable on-the-job experience will be considered.
• At least 3-5 years’ experience in Transfer Pricing and preferably International Tax
• Maintain an in depth, up to date, knowledge of transfer pricing (specifically) and taxation (in general)
• Specialist knowledge and the ability to deal with complex transfer pricing issues
• Project management experience
• Staff management experience
• Ability to manage a substantial client portfolio profitably
• Actively seek opportunities for developing new clients and for selling new services to existing clients

Competencies:

• Excellent communication and listening skills
• Excellent writing skills
• Open-ness to working with new technologies
• Strong analytical and research skills – be an out-of-the-box thinker
• Ability to build strong and effective relationships internally and with clients to ensure a professional and quality service that meets required expectations and needs
• Innovation skills to improve systems, processes and procedures
• Confidence and decisiveness with excellent planning and organising abilities
• Ability to work under pressure and achieve reporting deadlines
• Adherence to principles and values – ethical behaviour is non-negotiable
• Willingness to work in an honest and transparent environment

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Primary Purpose of the Job

The purpose of the Studio, Production and Traffic Manager will be to manage the creative, digital and production traffic management processes for BDO. This role requires a deep understanding of creative processes, excellent project management skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, while ensuring deadlines are met.
The successful candidate will work closely with the creative team, marketing client service team and key stakeholders to deliver high quality work that meets our need. Managing the brand, creative output, workflows, timelines, budgets and resources will be crucial to ensure the team delivers high quality work which is on brand, locally and globally.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Creative process: Manage the workflow and creative production process from concept to final delivery, ensuring deadlines are met, and budgets are adhered to. Act as the primary point of contact between the creative and marketing team.
• Timelines & deadline: Create project timelines and schedules, ensuring that all team members are aware of their responsibilities and deadlines.
• Work in Progress/Status: Traffic manage all creative projects, including tracking project status and updating stakeholders on progress.
• Collaborate: Collaborate with team members and stakeholders (internal & external) to define project scope, goals, and deliverables. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to review project briefs, project objectives and timelines.
• Productivity: Manage the studio workflow and resources to ensure maximum productivity and efficiency. Provide regular updates to the creative team, account managers, and clients on project status, including any issues or risks.
• Quality control: Conduct quality checks on all creative work and production to ensure it meets the required brand standards and is free of errors.
• Central repository: Maintain a repository of all creative assets including digital and ensure that they are organised and easily accessible.
• Improvements: Identify opportunities for process and quality improvements, and work with the creative team to implement them.
• Brand CI: Ensure that the BDO brand standards (CI, tone of voice, etc.) are upheld.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, Communications, or a related field.

Requirements

• 2. 5+ years of experience in creative production and traffic management, preferably within a professional services firm or business-to-business environment

Technical Competencies

• Proven experience in a similar role, managing the creative concepts, execution and production of all marketing material including digital assets.
• Excellent project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with stakeholders at all levels of the organisation.
• Knowledge of project management software and tools such as Chase Software.
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to conduct quality checks on all creative work.
• Knowledge of digital marketing channels, including social media, email marketing, and digital advertising.
• Knowledge of digital asset management tools and processes.
• Experience working with creative teams, including designers, writers, and developers.
• Experience working with external vendors, including printers, photographers, and video production companies.
• Understanding of the creative process and the ability to provide guidance and feedback to creative team members.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of projects

BDO Core Competencies

• Advanced verbal and written communication skills
• Intermediate skills in building trust and relationships as well as fostering a collaborative working environment
• Advanced skills in professionalism, attention to detail, ability to prioritise and handle stress and being task driven and delivery focused
• Intermediate skills in being innovative and willing to share ideas for new ways of working

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BDO People is looking for a Senior Consultant: Organisational Development to undertake the design, development and implementation of organisational development programmes, projects and initiatives that proactively contribute to the growth of the BDO People department.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

As a technical expert in organisational development, the incumbent will assist our clients with the delivery of Organisational Development (OD) strategies, processes, and interventions to enable them to adopt a professional approach in providing guidance and support to managers and staff.

As part of our Organisational Development offerings, the incumbent will be mainly responsible for assisting with the design, development and implementation of OD strategies and practices for clients to improve organisational efficiency and effectiveness. The incumbent must have the ability to provide an advisory/ consultancy function to clients and work with many levels of stakeholders to enable change success to ensure transfer of learning and optimisation of employee potential in alignment to business strategy.

This Role Involves the Following Duties

Strategic Organisational Development Management:

• Design and deliver Organisational Development (OD) strategies, processes, and interventions to clients to enable them to adopt a professional approach in providing guidance and support to managers and staff.
• Monitor and report on organisation development strategies.
• Provide enriched human resource services that will enhance organisational performance and strategic direction for clients.
• Plan and drive major reviews and change management initiatives directed towards engagement and cultural change.
• Analyse, review and design clients’ business structures and functions to stimulate growth and business development.
• Advise clients on business process optimisation.
• Design and implement remuneration, reward, and recognition strategies.

• Organisational Change and Culture:
  • Apply a range of Organisation Development tools and methodologies to identify, monitor and influence behaviour that will result in sustained organisational effectiveness for our clients.
  • Design and implement continuous improvement of Organisation Development strategies aligned with client priorities.
  • Facilitate Organisational Development reviews, evaluations and provide feedback on Organisation Development interventions.
  • Design, implement and facilitate team building initiatives, team sessions as required, leveraging tools, surveys, and assessments from relevant frameworks and principles.
  • Devise solutions, approaches, and frameworks to drive employee engagement, enhance employee motivation and empowerment.
  • Provide input into Change Management Strategy and Plans.
  • Analyse and report trends and risks related to employee engagement matters such as emotional, financial, and physical wellness, work environment, leadership, and direct management styles.

Requirements

Minimum Education and Training

Essential: 

• An Honours degree in Industrial Psychology, Human Resources Management, Process Engineering, or related qualification.  

Preferred: 

• A Masters degree in Industrial Psychology, Human Resources Management, Process Engineering, or related qualification;
• Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as an Industrial Psychologist.

Minimum Experience:

• 2 - 3 years’ experience in a strategic organisational development role with specialised experience in one or more of the following areas: Organisational Design, Developing Culture, Change Management and HR Operations.

The following job-specific experience is required:

• A demonstrated relevant experience in the design, development, and end-to-end delivery of OD projects in all areas of organisational development, including but not limited to, Workforce Planning, Capability Development, Organisational Design, Leadership Development and Succession Planning as well as Employee Diversity and Engagement;
• Project management experience;
• Experience in supporting change processes within an organisation;
• Experience in managing and motivating high performance teams.

General

• Strategic thinking: The consultant must have the ability to think strategically and align the organisation's workforce and structure with its long-term goals.
• Data analytics: The consultant must be proficient in using data analytics to gather insights about the workforce and make informed decisions about talent acquisition, retention, and development.
• Agility: The consultant must be able to adapt quickly to changing business needs and create flexible, adaptive structures that allow the organisation to respond to new challenges and opportunities.
• Innovation: The consultant must be creative and innovative, constantly exploring new approaches and technologies that can help an organisation optimise its workforce.
• Collaboration: The consultant must have strong collaboration skills, working closely with stakeholders across an organisation to understand their needs and priorities.
• Change management: The consultant must have experience in managing change and helping employees adapt to new organisational structures, processes, and technologies.
• Communication: The consultant must have excellent communication skills, able to effectively convey complex concepts and ideas to diverse audiences.
• Human resources expertise: The consultant must have a strong understanding of human resources concepts, such as talent acquisition, performance management, and employee engagement.
• Assist with quotes, proposals, and tenders.

Knowledge

• Proven knowledge of best practice organisational development methodologies.
• Knowledge and practical application of legislative requirements and regulations relevant to the position.
• Strong knowledge of Organisational Capacity Development and Programme Strategy and Design.

Skills

• Excellent planning and organisational skills; and the ability to prioritise tasks to meet deadlines and effectively manage changing priorities.
• Highly developed verbal and written communication skills, including presentation and facilitation skills.
• Computer literacy at an advanced level.
• Well-developed ability to analyse and interpret complex information to make effective, well-reasoned decisions.
• A high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Proven ability to work independently using sound judgement and initiate; and collectively within a team-based environment.