Job Vacancies at PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC)

Job Description & Summary

• A career within Data and Analytics services will provide you with the opportunity to help organisations uncover enterprise insights and drive business results using smarter data analytics. We focus on a collection of organisational technology capabilities, including business intelligence, data management, and data assurance that help our clients drive innovation, growth, and change within their organisations in order to keep up with the changing nature of customers and technology. We make impactful decisions by mixing mind and machine to leverage data, understand and navigate risk, and help our clients gain a competitive edge.
• 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 Senior 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:

• Encourage everyone to have a voice and invite opinion from all, including quieter members of the team.
• Deal effectively with ambiguous and unstructured problems and situations.
• Initiate open and candid coaching conversations at all levels.
• Move easily between big picture thinking and managing relevant detail.
• Anticipate stakeholder needs, and develop and discuss potential solutions, even before the stakeholder realises they are required.
• Contribute technical knowledge in area of specialism.
• Contribute to an environment where people and technology thrive together to accomplish more than they could apart.
• Navigate the complexities of cross-border and/or diverse teams and engagements.
• Initiate and lead open conversations with teams, clients and stakeholders to build trust.
• Uphold the firm's code of ethics and business conduct.

Data Governance Role 

• The evolution of data, sharing data economy, ever changing regulatory environment and privacy compliance is driving the need for Data Governance like never before.
• Overall, the Data Governance Lead is a critical role that helps organisations ensure that their data assets are effectively managed and governed to meet regulatory requirements, industry standards, and organisational objectives.  The role requires a deep understanding of data governance best practices, as well as excellent communication, analytical, and project management skills.

Key responsibilities:

• Design and implement Data Governance Strategy
• Design and implement data governance operating blueprint.
• Define and implement the organization's data governance strategy, policies, and procedures.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across the organization to establish data quality and data management standards and practices.
• Develop  a data governance framework that encompasses data quality, data privacy, and data security.
• Establish data governance policies and procedures across the organization.
• Design and implement data quality checks, data lineage, and data cataloging and data dictionary processes.
• Design data governance activities and metrics.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, including data privacy laws.
• Design and implement Data Migration Strategy.
• Design and implement Master Data Management
• Design and implement Data Governance Tooling.
• Work with IT teams to implement data governance tools and technologies.
• Develop and deliver data governance training and awareness programs.
• Provide guidance and support on data governance related issues.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelors in Information Science, Accounting or similar degree.
• Experience in Leading Data Governance Capability and implementing data governance best practices.
• 5 Years plus experience in leading high performance teams (multi disciplinary)
• Extensive experience in leading data migrations.
• Ability to work in a face past environment.
• Experience leading data initiatives in projects.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Strong  communication and presentation skills. 
• Proven track record of influencing executives.
   

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Job Description & Summary

• A career within External Audit services, will provide you with the opportunity to provide a range of Assurance services and business advice to a variety of clients from small, fast growing clients to large entities. Our clients are often well known brands and many have broad international reach. We focus on using the latest technology to reduce the level of manual testing ensuring you’ll focus on the most valuable areas of client service and on enhancing corporate governance and the reliability of our clients’ information.
• 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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Job Description & Summary

• A career within External Audit services, will provide you with the opportunity to provide a range of Assurance services and business advice to a variety of clients from small, fast growing clients to large entities. Our clients are often well known brands and many have broad international reach. We focus on using the latest technology to reduce the level of manual testing ensuring you’ll focus on the most valuable areas of client service and on enhancing corporate governance and the reliability of our clients’ information.
• 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.

Manager

Role summary:

• The B&CM Waterfall division is looking for an Audit Manager with a strong auditing background. The ideal candidate will need to have experience on Large Clients in the industry. 

Qualifications / certifications required:

• CA(SA)

Experience required:

• Completed SAICA/SAIPA articles 
• 5+ years of Audit experience
• Responsibilities of role:

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:

• Manage special projects
• Risk management
• Monitor costs and budgets
• Development of staff
• Business development and client relationship building
• Manage work in progress and debtors
• Staff management/Coaching
• Compliance with PwC audit methodology
• Report writing
• Roll out technology 

Skill sets required:

• Specialist industry knowledge IFRS experience
• Display sound leadership skills
• Computer literate with al PwC software
• Ability to market PwC services and to establish contacts in the marketplace
• Self – motivated
• High attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and management skills
• Ability to multitask
• Analytic and solution driven
• Pro – active and committed to delivery
• Excellent time management skills

Role related attributes:

• We're very proud of our unique culture, and expect our people to demonstrate skills and behaviours that will support us in implementing our business strategy.
• This is important to the work we do, both for our business and our clients.
• These skills and behaviours are a strong component of our global leadership framework: The PwC Professional.

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Job Description & Summary

• A career within Corporate Tax services, will provide you with the opportunity to help our clients meet their tax obligations while managing the impact tax has on their business. You’ll advise clients on their local and overseas tax affairs, while acting as a strategic consultant related to business analysis, managing working capital, and profit sharing for partners. You’ll also help organisations understand the pricing implications of goods and services between related parties, as well as providing advice on tax implications of deals.
• Our team helps our clients improve their tax function to control risk and facilitate better decision making. You’ll focus on helping businesses with tax strategy, ensuring tax compliance, increasing post tax profits, and providing application support to achieve the best corporate tax practices.
• 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 Senior 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:

• Use feedback and reflection to develop self awareness, personal strengths and address development areas.
• Delegate to others to provide stretch opportunities, coaching them to deliver results.
• Demonstrate critical thinking and the ability to bring order to unstructured problems.
• Use a broad range of tools and techniques to extract insights from current industry or sector trends.
• Review your work and that of others for quality, accuracy and relevance.
• Know how and when to use tools available for a given situation and can explain the reasons for this choice.
• Seek and embrace opportunities which give exposure to different situations, environments and perspectives.
• Use straightforward communication, in a structured way, when influencing and connecting with others.
• Able to read situations and modify behavior to build quality relationships.
• Uphold the firm's code of ethics and business conduct.

JOB PURPOSE

• Manage client portfolios
• Maintain sound client relationships
• Manage the team, including the coaching and development of staff
• The effective execution of an array of tax calculation and tax consulting services to clients in the mining industry.

A. JOB PROFILE
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

Duties

• Liaising with clients and colleagues to provide income tax and mineral royalty tax services to clients.
• Managing a range of tax assignments reporting to Managers, Directors and Partners.
• Producing income tax and mineral royalty tax opinions that add value to client’s business.
• Perform income tax and mineral royalty tax reviews as part of statutory audits and due diligence projects.
• Review income tax and mineral royalty tax returns.
• Attend to income tax and mineral royalty tax queries from SARS.
• Act as operational client contact on a portfolio of clients.
• Management of billings, debtors and assignment budgeting.
• Compliance with risk management procedures.
• Expand professional network internally and externally.

B. PERSON PROFILE

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

• BComm with Accounting or LLB;
• Completed SAIT or Legal articles (post articles experience will be an added advantage);
• Post-Graduate Qualification in Tax is desirable.

EXPERIENCE

• 2-5 years corporate Tax experience required, specifically in the mining industry.
• Commercial awareness and business acumen.

KEY KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Mining Tax and Mineral Royalty Tax experience.
• Strong research skills.
• Ability to provide solutions to business problems – analytical skills.
• Good client relationship management skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritise and work under pressure.
• Organisation and time management skills.
• Ability to work to deadlines.
• Pays attention to detail.
• People management skills - Coaching and providing feedback & delegation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and multi-task.

C. COMPETENCIES

• Results oriented with leadership qualities.
• Self starter, confident.
• Lateral thinker.
• Self motivated.

JOB PROFILE

• Takes initiative and responsibility for personal development and updated technical knowledge.
• Positive attitude.

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Job Description & Summary

• A career within Corporate Tax services, will provide you with the opportunity to help our clients meet their tax obligations while managing the impact tax has on their business. You’ll advise clients on their local and overseas tax affairs, while acting as a strategic consultant related to business analysis, managing working capital, and profit sharing for partners. You’ll also help organisations understand the pricing implications of goods and services between related parties, as well as providing advice on tax implications of deals.
• Our team helps our clients improve their tax function to control risk and facilitate better decision making. You’ll focus on helping businesses with tax strategy, ensuring tax compliance, increasing post tax profits, and providing application support to achieve the best corporate tax practices.
• 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 Senior 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:

• Use feedback and reflection to develop self awareness, personal strengths and address development areas.
• Delegate to others to provide stretch opportunities, coaching them to deliver results.
• Demonstrate critical thinking and the ability to bring order to unstructured problems.
• Use a broad range of tools and techniques to extract insights from current industry or sector trends.
• Review your work and that of others for quality, accuracy and relevance.
• Know how and when to use tools available for a given situation and can explain the reasons for this choice.
• Seek and embrace opportunities which give exposure to different situations, environments and perspectives.
• Use straightforward communication, in a structured way, when influencing and connecting with others.
• Able to read situations and modify behavior to build quality relationships.
• Uphold the firm's code of ethics and business conduct.

JOB PURPOSE

• Manage client portfolios
• Maintain sound client relationships
• Manage the team, including the coaching and development of staff
• The effective execution of an array of tax calculation and tax consulting services to clients in the mining industry.

A. JOB PROFILE
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

Duties

• Liaising with clients and colleagues to provide income tax and mineral royalty tax services to clients.
• Managing a range of tax assignments reporting to Managers, Directors and Partners.
• Producing income tax and mineral royalty tax opinions that add value to client’s business.
• Perform income tax and mineral royalty tax reviews as part of statutory audits and due diligence projects.
• Review income tax and mineral royalty tax returns.
• Attend to income tax and mineral royalty tax queries from SARS.
• Act as operational client contact on a portfolio of clients.
• Management of billings, debtors and assignment budgeting.
• Compliance with risk management procedures.
• Expand professional network internally and externally.

B. PERSON PROFILE

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

• BComm with Accounting or LLB;
• Completed SAIT or Legal articles (post articles experience will be an added advantage);
• Post-Graduate Qualification in Tax is desirable.

EXPERIENCE

• 2-5 years corporate Tax experience required, specifically in the mining industry.
• Commercial awareness and business acumen.

KEY KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Mining Tax and Mineral Royalty Tax experience.
• Strong research skills.
• Ability to provide solutions to business problems – analytical skills.
• Good client relationship management skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritise and work under pressure.
• Organisation and time management skills.
• Ability to work to deadlines.
• Pays attention to detail.
• People management skills - Coaching and providing feedback & delegation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and multi-task.

C. COMPETENCIES

• Results oriented with leadership qualities.
• Self starter, confident.
• Lateral thinker.
• Self motivated.

JOB PROFILE

• Takes initiative and responsibility for personal development and updated technical knowledge.
• Positive attitude.