SATIC: R&D Tax Credits Analyst at PwC South Africa

About PwC SATIC and the role:

• Join SATIC’s Innovation & Capital Incentives (ICI) team as an R&D Tax Credits Analyst and help innovative UK businesses access valuable R&D tax incentives. This role is ideal for tax, finance, and analytical professionals who thrive in a collaborative, technology-enabled environment and are passionate about delivering value to clients. As part of PwC’s wider UK ICI network, you will support the delivery of R&D tax claims, work alongside specialists across other incentive regimes, including Capital Allowances, and leverage digital and AI-enabled tools to drive efficient, high-quality client outcomes.

Qualifications / Certifications Required:

• Bachelor's degree in taxation or relevant NQF 7 qualification.
• Post-graduate qualification in taxation (advantageous)

Experience Required:

• 3-5 years taxation experience.
• R&D/general tax credits/allowances experience desirable.
• SAIT articles desirable.

Responsibilities Of Role:

• Manage and deliver a portfolio of R&D tax credit engagements across multiple clients and industries.
• Prepare R&D tax credit claims and supporting documentation for submission to HMRC.
• Analyse large financial datasets using Excel, Alteryx, and other digital tools to identify qualifying expenditure and calculate R&D tax incentives.
• Interpret and transform complex financial and technical data into accurate, compliant R&D tax claims and meaningful insights for clients. Liaise with clients through emails and virtual meetings to gather information and provide project updates.
• Collaborate with UK and South African teams to deliver high-quality client outcomes.
• Support and coach junior team members, fostering collaboration, knowledge sharing, and high-quality delivery across engagements.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, providing clear, proactive communication and ensuring all parties are kept informed of project progress, risks, and key milestones.
• Identify opportunities to enhance client value and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Desirable Skill Sets Include:

• Experience in a tax environment, with exposure to R&D tax incentives being advantageous.
• Experience working with data transformation tools such as Alteryx.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with proficiency in Excel and data analysis.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with clients and stakeholders.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• A collaborative mindset, adaptability, and enthusiasm for learning new technologies and ways of working.

Role Related Attributes:

• Client-focused with a strong commitment to delivering high-quality deliverables.
• Analytical thinker with strong problem-solving capabilities.
• Detail-oriented and committed to accuracy in documentation and reporting.
• Collaborative team player who can also take ownership and work independently.
• Adaptable and eager to learn new technologies, tools, and ways of working.
• Strong communicator with the ability to build effective stakeholder relationships.