Management Level

Manager

Job Description & Summary

At PwC, our people in audit and assurance focus on providing independent and objective assessments of financial statements, internal controls, and other assurable information enhancing the credibility and reliability of this information with a variety of stakeholders. They evaluate compliance with regulations including assessing governance and risk management processes and related controls.

In financial statement audit at PwC, you will focus on obtaining reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements as a whole are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an auditor’s report that includes the auditor’s opinion.

Enhancing your leadership style, you motivate, develop and inspire others to deliver quality. You are responsible for coaching, leveraging team member’s unique strengths, and managing performance to deliver on client expectations. With your growing knowledge of how business works, you play an important role in identifying opportunities that contribute to the success of our Firm. You are expected to lead with integrity and authenticity, articulating our purpose and values in a meaningful way. You embrace technology and innovation to enhance your delivery and encourage others to do the same.

Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:

Analyse and identify the linkages and interactions between the component parts of an entire system.Take ownership of projects, ensuring their successful planning, budgeting, execution, and completion.Partner with team leadership to ensure collective ownership of quality, timelines, and deliverables.Develop skills outside your comfort zone, and encourage others to do the same.Effectively mentor others.Use the review of work as an opportunity to deepen the expertise of team members.Address conflicts or issues, engaging in difficult conversations with clients, team members and other stakeholders, escalating where appropriate.Uphold and reinforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.

Role Summary: 

A career within PwC Private will provide the opportunity to help private entities with a range of business needs such as audit, reviews, compilation, tax compliance, and planning to help them focus on business strategy. 

 

As a Manager, you'll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. You will manage a portfolio of clients consisting of individuals, trusts and companies, and manage the relevant staff on these assignments. 

Qualifications / Certifications required: 

CA (SA) 

 

Experience required: 

A minimum of 4 years relevant experience in the Private Company and Family business environment 

Must have a thorough understanding and working experience in auditing, reviews, accounting, IFRS and IFRS v SMEs, VAT and tax 

Responsibilities of role: 

Manage portfolio of clients 

Manage staff 

Review work of staff 

Interactions with clients and staff 

Tax planning and calculations 

Planning of work and staff allocations 

Coaching and training of staff 

Performance appraisals of staff 

Proposals for new work 

Comply with and drive internal risk management procedures 

Invoice clients for work done 

Collection of outstanding debtors 

Other administrative functions 

Skill sets Required  

Self-starter and motivated 

Ability to manage multiple activities, with a strong ability to prioritize tasks  

Excellent attention to detail and problem solving skills 

Logical reasoning and analytical ability 

Ability to build and sustain relationships 

Sound administration skills 

Good communication skills 

Fluent in English and Afrikaans 

Excellent knowledge of AURA, MS Word and Excel 

Must have sound technical knowledge and experience in Auditing, Reviews, Accounting and Tax 

Must be able to work overtime when necessary 

Valid driver's license and own transportation.  

 

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Travel Requirements

Up to 20%

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

No

Job Posting End Date

January 29, 2025