Jobs at PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC)

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the client engagement team in the UK to implement and configure the Workiva financial reporting modules which includes, annual financial reporting, statutory reporting and management reporting modules.
• Set up and configure Workiva documents and spreadsheets.
• Identify and link data points throughout the Workiva platform to ensure seamless data flow.
• Map imported data to the appropriate financial statement tables (Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow Statement).
• Perform data validation checks and Reconcile data points across different sources to maintain consistency.
• Participate in the testing of financial reports within Workiva to ensure data integrity and report accuracy.
• Assist with training end-users on the Workiva platform as needed.

Essential Skills:

• Excel Proficiency: Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including the use of complex formulas. Ability to manage large datasets and perform complex functions within Excel is crucial.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret financial data and identify discrepancies.
• Attention to Detail: Meticulous attention to detail and the ability to produce accurate and high-quality work under tight deadlines.
• Communication Skills: Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information to non-technical stakeholders.
• Adaptability: Ability to adapt to new technologies and quickly learn new software applications, specifically Workiva.
• Teamwork: Strong team player with the ability to collaborate with colleagues across different functions of the organisation.

Qualifications:

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 1-2 years of experience in financial reporting or a related field.
• Familiarity with financial reporting standards and compliance requirements.
• Experience with Workiva or other financial reporting tools is a plus.

Personal Attributes:

• Proactive and self-motivated with a strong work ethic.
• Eagerness to learn and grow within the finance function.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

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The Company

• PwC Deals is a leading Valuation & Business Modelling, Corporate Finance, Transaction Services and Business Recovery advisory business in South Africa and is currently experiencing growth, driven by long term client relationships and a strong senior team.  In order to take full advantage of the existing growth opportunities, we are looking for ambitious, highly motivated and experienced valuation practitioners to join our team in Johannesburg.

Responsibilities

As a Senior Manager or Experienced Manager, you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers with extensive consulting and industry experience, helping our clients solve their complex business issues from strategy to execution. Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Proactively assist in the management of a portfolio of clients, while reporting to an associate director and partner/director
• Be involved in the financial management of clients
• Be actively involved in business development activities to help identify and research opportunities on new/existing clients
• Contribute to the development of your own and the team’s technical acumen
• Develop strategies to solve complex technical challenges
• Assist in the execution, management and delivery of large projects
• Assist in the management and delivery of smaller projects
• Train, coach, and supervise staff
• Review team members' work and client deliverables
• Adhere to PwC's professional standards, values, code of conduct and internal risk management policies
• Keep up to date with local and national business and economic issues
• Keep up to date with valuation technical/market developments
• Continue to develop internal relationships and your PwC bran

Applicants will display the following competencies:

• Good interpersonal and client relationship skills;
• An interest in and knowledge of the financial markets;
• Problem solving capabilities;
• Strong analytical and financial skills and the ability to interrogate financial information are critical;
• High level of agility in a demanding environment;
• Able to effectively communicate with a broad range of stakeholders;
• Experience in performing business enterprise valuations using the Income Approach (discounted cash flow), Market Approach and Net Assets Approach methods;
• Experience in applying the Capital Asset Pricing Model in calculating discount rates;
• Prior exposure to and knowledge of external research databases (e.g. S&P Capital IQ) in quantifying assumptions for the use in valuation models;
• Experience in interpreting the results from the various valuation methods applied;
• Experience in performing intangible asset valuations (e.g. IFRS 3 Fair Value analysis);
• Experience in performing expert opinions of value (e.g. fair and reasonable opinions) will be beneficial;
• Excellent Microsoft Excel skills (prior exposure to or experience in financial modelling will be beneficial);
• Innovation and idea generation;
• A desire to build on commercial and industry knowledge;
• Negotiations skills would be beneficial;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential, including the ability to write succinct, well-structured reports and client communications;
• A well-organised and self-directed individual who can relate to people at all levels of an organisation;
• Proven ability to multitask and ensure effective delivery of the priorities to meet targets and objectives;
• Ability to run independently with projects when necessary;
• Project and client management skills;   
• Conflict management skills;
• A highly motivated, confident individual with presence;
• Highly rated with good academic credentials; and
• Team player, who works effectively under pressure.

Requirements:

• CA (SA) ; CFA (or studying towards CFA) would be beneficial; or
• Masters in Finance and CFA

Minimum years’ experience required:

A minimum of four years as an experienced manager or 24 months as a senior manager of relevant valuation experience in a Corporate Finance// Valuations environment.

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Role Summary:

• South Africa Technology & Innovation Centre (SATIC) is the latest addition to the PwC global technology delivery network. PwC leads the way in human-led technology enabled regulated, professional services, working with clients to transform their business and make them fit for the future. We are seeking a dynamic and visionary leader who brings in-depth market experience, who sees technology as a way to enable and drive human innovation and who wants to lead, develop and bring together a community of solvers, to tackle the biggest challenges in society.
• If you are looking for a career where every day is different, where challenges are complex, and where you can make a real difference, then we want to hear from you. By choosing to join the SATIC, you are choosing to work with and lead teams across territories, harnessing the power of world leading tech and making a difference to real people's lives.
• The Risk & Quality Senior Associate role falls within the risk management team supporting the PwC UK Risk business. The Risk business delivers an incredible variety of services to clients, including cyber security, financial services, AI and modelling, technology implementations, transformation, internal audits, controls advisory, structuring, actuarial, forensics, deals advisory and regulatory impact. The Risk & Quality team is a group of Risk Management professionals working strategically, hand in hand with the business, partners and teams helping them navigate the numerous and often unexpected challenges that developing and delivering exceptional client service brings. You will be joining a high performing risk management R&Q team with a wealth of experience.

Qualifications /Certifications required:

Preferred:

• Degree in Commerce/Accounting/Finance/Business/Law/Risk Management or CA(SA) qualification

Experience required:

• 2-3 years of relevant professional experience
• Preferably experience working in a regulated business

Responsibilities of role:

• The role in managing the firm’s risks and quality includes a variety of responsibilities, including:
• Providing support to the business through our query advisory service, advising client facing teams with regards to Risk & Quality issues, such as managing contractual and delivery risks on engagement opportunities.
• Involvement in advising teams on the risks related to proposed work at the client and engagement acceptance stage.
• Advising and supporting client facing teams in considering the wide range of risks related to their client engagements (from before accepting a company as a client, to the end of delivering the services) and helping to manage appropriate risk mitigations.
• Opportunities to advise teams on the risks associated with their use of technology and provide support for teams who are proposing to launch new services.

Desirable skill sets include:

• Communicating with impact and empathy
• Developing self and others through coaching
• Building and sustaining relationships with “internal clients”
• Being passionate about client service
• Being curious – learning, sharing and innovating
• Leading and contributing to team success
• Demonstrating courage and integrity and professional skepticism
• Acquiring and applying commercial and technical expertise
• Being open-minded, practical and agile with change

Role related attributes:

• Develop and maintain strong relationships built on trust
• Analyse complex issues, use multiple sources of information to develop solutions and provide pragmatic recommendations
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to drive, manage and deliver multiple tasks
• Effective oral and written communication with the ability to provide well-reasoned and pragmatic responses to all levels of staff, including at the most senior levels.
• Take initiative but keep others informed of progress and escalate issues where appropriate.