PwC South Africa is a prominent professional services firm providing industry-focused assurance, advisory, tax, and legal services to public, private, and government clients.
Gain familiarity with key accounting aspects of an SPA and completion mechanisms
Be part of the establishment of a specialist SPA team in SA
Work with an established and experienced team of SPA practitioners globally
Improve analytical and negotiation techniques
Gain insight into key value levers for clients in negotiating SPAs
Work closely and build relationships with due diligence teams and other advisors, to identify and mitigate risk for clients
Develop a strong internal and external network
Work in a highly motivated team, embracing flexible working
Work alongside a wide range of other advisors in the deal including lawyers and corporate finance advisors
Gain significant exposure to the “decision maker” in deals providing significant opportunity to influence the outcome of negotiations at the crunch point on deals
Skills and experience
CA (SA) or equivalent with at least three to five years post articles experience within a Deals/ Transaction Advisory / M&A role;
Excellent financial analytical skills and commercial awareness;
Work with a high attention to detail;
Good understanding of IFRS and accounting standards;
Excellent report writing skills;
Excellent MS Excel skills;
Experience with Alteryx, PowerBI and other data analytics and visualisation tools will be preferable;
Adhere to and promote quality and risk management standards;
Good interpersonal and client relationship skills;
Ability to communicate clearly with clients and other advisors;
Ability to build strong relationships;
A well-organised and self-directed individual who can relate to people at all levels of an organisation;
Ability to work to deadlines and prioritise responsibilities across multiple projects;
Proven ability to multitask and ensure effective delivery of the priorities to meet targets and objectives;
A proactive and energetic team player, who works effectively under pressure and can deal with a dynamic work environment;
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