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Qualifications /Certifications required:

• Relevant professional qualification (Admitted attorney and/or Postgraduate studies in Tax) A post-graduate tax qualification would be ideal

Experience required:

• 1-3 years’ experience in a tax advisory environment with dedicated and notable
• experience in managing tax disputes for or against the South African Revenue Service (SARS).

Responsibilities of role:

• Assist in advising a portfolio of corporate or high net worth clients on complex and uncertain tax dispute matters in a team context;
• Drafting of opinions/objections/appeals/VDP’s for clients as well as submitting to
• SARS and corresponding with SARS;
• Research of complex tax dispute/administrative related issues; 
• Liaison with various stakeholders in a tax dispute e.g. SARS, Counsel, subject- matter specialists.
• Interpretation and application of substantive and procedural tax legislation; 
• Assist with the implementation of agreed advice with SARS
• Assistance with billings, debtors and assignment budgeting.
• Compliance with risk management procedures.

Skill sets required:

• Strong research skills.
• Ability to provide solutions to business problems – analytical skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritise, multitask and work under pressure.
• Organisation and time management skills.
• Ability to work to deadlines.
• Pays attention to detail.

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Key Outputs

• Auditing of asset retirement, mine rehabilitation and closure liability estimations. Includes the auditing of systems, controls and quantitative and qualitative data and information, along with assessing the liability estimation report content as a whole.
• Auditing of non-financial data information for use in integrated reports. Includes the auditing of systems, controls and quantitative and qualitative data and information.
• Supporting the broader team on methodology will involve developing tools and techniques, presenting on internal training, being part of internal teams to evolve and develop this specialty and being the technical support to specific engagements.

Specific outputs with regard to client assignments include:

• Ensuring proper planning and documentation of fieldwork. 
• Managing teams.
• Identifying weaknesses in procedures, systems and controls. 
• Assessing and analysing information obtained and interpreting findings.
• Performing gap analysis between current state and desired future state.
• Attending and documenting meetings with Senior Execs and Board members.
• Compiling management reports.
• Leading site visits.
• Coaching junior team members
• Delivering value added services to clients. 
• Building and maintaining relationships with clients.

Experience

• 3-5 years working experience in related fields; i.e. decommissioning, mine closure, sustainability and non-financial assurance.

Qualifications

• B.Sc (Env), M.Sc (Env) or related

Competencies / Attributes

• Practical understanding of environmental legal requirements 
• Experience in mine closure and rehabilitation liability estimations
• Aware of auditing methodology and documentation
• Strong technical skills in the area of sustainability principles
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including written documents
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Attention to detail and willingness to work overtime.
• ISO 14001 Management System experience (will be an advantage)
• Knowledge of contaminated land and groundwater impact liability estimation (will be an advantage)
• Experience in performing EMP performance assessments, ROD and environmental performance reviews, water use compliance audits and waste license compliance audits
• Auditor characteristics as specified in ISO 19011
• Building and sustaining relationships
• Being passionate about customer service
• Leading and contributing to team success
• Developing self and others through coaching
• Acquiring and applying commercial and technical expertise
• Being curious – learning, sharing and innovating
• Demonstrating courage and integrity
• Acquiring and applying commercial and technical expertise
• Willing to travel

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About the role

Associates / Senior Associates

• We are looking for top talent. High energy and driven individuals who want to learn about and get exposure to Deals environment in South Africa and globally.
• The role requires a strong academic record with a natural business acumen and critical thinking skills. PwC Deal team members need to be motivated and eager to learn from their immediate superiors, constantly looking to better themselves, and the business.
• The is a junior role offering an exciting career opportunity for massive growth and development. You will be given exposure to interesting and exciting strategy engagements, as well as the opportunity to be a part of a growing team within PwC. Associates / Senior Associates are integral in delivering successful projects; combining razor-sharp analysis with creative problem-solving. As Associates /

Senior Associates on our team you will be involved in:

• Market and competitor analysis (market sizing, drivers and dynamics, competitive intensity, etc.)
• Customer analysis (customer referencing, key purchase criteria, trend analysis, etc.)
• Internal analysis (strategic analysis, business model review, financial analysis)

To equip our Associates / Senior Associates to do this we develop talented individuals through formal and on-the-job training in subjects such as:

• primary research and data gathering;
• data analysis;
• report writing and effective communication;
• developing hypotheses and problem solving; and,
• effective use of appropriate techniques and tools.

About you

• Outstanding academic track record (Honours or Masters level from a top-tier university; preference for a Business Science, Commerce, Economics, Engineering or Science degree)
• Previous strategy and / or Commercial Due Diligence experience (minimum 18-24 months) either in a corporate strategy or Big 4 / strategy consultancy environment
• Strong intellectual ability, commercial awareness, analytical skills, flexibility,
• Able to effectively work in small teams consisting of highly ambitious and driven individuals
• Confidence and credibility to present your opinions to senior team members
• Work ethic and commitment to the team – our work can involve working outside of a regular 9-to-5 routine and it is important you are highly motivated and hungry for the opportunity to make a difference from day one.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Degree (Honours or Masters)
• MBA not essential but desirable

EXPERIENCE 

• Degree (Honours or Masters)
• MBA not essential but desirable 
• Dependent on strength of individual

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Overview 

• Our strategy, The New Equation, is about how PwC brings together unique combinations of people, powered by technology, galvanizing ourselves as a community of solvers to address those dual challenges. The foundation of the strategy is our multidisciplinary model, which allows us to help clients build trust and deliver sustained outcomes by bringing together deep expertise across a broad range of capabilities. It is this combination of capabilities and the ability to look at things from different perspectives that is so essential to delivering high quality and real impacts for clients, stakeholders and society at large in Africa and globally. 
• Sustainability is one of the most prominent topics in current political and economic discourse. Our Sustainability and Climate Change (S&CC) team advises our clients on their sustainability strategies and how to integrate environmental, social and governance (ESG) considerations into their business models. We provide assurance on key sustainability performance indicators and also assist clients and statutory audit teams on matters related to safety, health and environment (SHE). 
• Experience in auditing sustainable development, financial and non-financial data, providing assurance of sustainability reports, integrated reports, and other relevant related standards in accordance with ISAE 3000.
• As an associate, you will be required to have a basic understanding of environmental legislation and its application. You will be required to perform decommissioning, mine rehabilitation and closure liability assessments and audits in support of the financial audit. You will be required to perform environmental license and permit condition compliance reviews.

We’re looking for:

A BCom / BSc degree, preferably with Honours in: 

• Social Science (e.g. Sociology, Economics, Geography) 
• Environmental Science (e.g. Geography, Geology, Geophysics, Environmental Science/Management, Climate Science, Hydrogeology, Hydrology) 
• To really stand out and make us fit for the future in a constantly changing world, each and every one of us needs to be an authentic and inclusive leader. We therefore look for candidates with the following qualities: 

Whole leadership 

• I lead myself and others to make a difference and deliver results in a responsible, authentic, resilient, inclusive and passionate manner. 

Business acumen 

• I bring business knowledge, innovation, and insight to create distinctive value for clients, PwC and other stakeholders. 

Technical capabilities 

• I apply a range of technical capabilities to deliver quality and value for clients, 
• PwC and other stakeholders. 

Global acumen 

• I operate and collaborate effectively with a mindset that transcends geographic and cultural boundaries.