Job Vacancies at PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC)

What you’ll create and do

As an Independence Specialist, you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Participation in the various Independence support systems, processes and activities with particular focus on personal independence compliance testing and other similar processes.
• Collaborating with the Service Delivery Centers (SDC) teams responsible for certain Independence processes and activities
• Responding to Independence queries from partners, staff and engagement teams across the firm, promoting Independence knowledge sharing
• Monitoring compliance with Independence policies, processes and controls
• Involvement with the innovation and development of Independence processes and PwC Global initiatives
• Participation in ad hoc Independence projects

Qualifications:

• BCom, LLB, or similar

What you’ll bring to this role

• An interest in upskilling for a digital world and technology trends, and an openness to learning new tools and adapting how you work
• Good level of knowledge of the use of Microsoft and/or Google Workspaces
• Previous experience in financial services or audit is an asset
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail and experience in analysing data
• Strong client service focus in dealing with staff at all levels and areas of the firm
• Demonstrated ability to work in a multitasked, fast-paced and changing environment
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Good time and project management skills
• Good judgment and problem-solving skills

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Role Summary:

PwC is seeking a Durban-based tax professional with experience in general corporate tax consulting, including audit of tax, tax compliance and general tax advisory services. 

Qualifications / Certifications required:

• BCom degree, majoring in Accounting, Financial Accounting or Law (mandatory)
• CA(SA), SAIT or admitted attorney (mandatory)
• Post-graduate tax qualification (preferred)

Experience required:

• At least one year post-article/post-SAIT practical experience working in a tax advisory environment (mandatory) 

Responsibilities of role:

• Perform audit of tax reviews (tax accrual reviews) from a corporate tax perspective, in support of the assessment of the income tax balance on financial statements. This would include both income tax and deferred tax aspects;
• Preparation and review of corporate tax accounting assignments;
• Preparation and review of corporate tax compliance assignments, including preparation, review and submission of income tax and provisional tax returns;
• Drafting of tax opinions and/or structuring decks on the tax implications of inter alia business transaction, restructures and alternative courses of actions;
• Corporate tax due diligence projects;
• Research of complex tax issues;
• Interpretation of tax legislation;
• Liaising with SARS and addressing queries raised by SARS; and
• Building, growing and maintaining business relationships with clients, assurance teams and other stakeholders.

Skill sets required:

• Ability to provide bespoke advice of the highest technical standard in a clear and concise manner (both in writing and at an interpersonal level); 
• Ability to multi-task and work under pressure in a deadline driven environment;
• Well-rounded project and people management skills; 
• Ability to grasp, navigate and solve complex business problems;
• Organisation and time management skills; and
• Pays attention to detail.

Role related attributes:

• The ideal candidate will be: 
• Performance driven
• Sales-oriented
• Future-oriented
• Digitally fit
• Agile
• Resilient 
• Positive 
• Pro-active
• Eager to learn