Audit of Tax Senior Associate

PricewaterhouseCoopers

Job Location:

Durban - South Africa

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 3 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Management Level

Senior Associate

Job Description & Summary

At PwC our people in tax services focus on providing advice and guidance to clients on tax planning compliance and strategy. These individuals help businesses navigate complex tax regulations and optimise their tax positions.

In tax accounting services at PwC you will assist businesses in preparing and reviewing tax provisions tax returns and financial statements confirming compliance with accounting standards and tax regulations.

Focused on relationships you are building meaningful client connections and learning how to manage and inspire others. Navigating increasingly complex situations you are growing your personal brand deepening technical expertise and awareness of your strengths. You are expected to anticipate the needs of your teams and clients and to deliver quality. Embracing increased ambiguity you are comfortable when the path forward isnt clear you ask questions and you use these moments as opportunities to grow.

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

Respond effectively to the diverse perspectives needs and feelings of others.
Use a broad range of tools methodologies and techniques to generate new ideas and solve problems.
Use critical thinking to break down complex concepts.
Understand the broader objectives of your project or role and how your work fits into the overall strategy.
Develop a deeper understanding of the business context and how it is changing.
Use reflection to develop self awareness enhance strengths and address development areas.
Interpret data to inform insights and recommendations.
Uphold and reinforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance) the Firms code of conduct and independence requirements.

Role Summary:

PwC is seeking a Durban-based tax professional with experience in general corporate tax consulting including audit of tax taxcomplianceand 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 leastone yearpost-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 taxaspects;

Preparation and review of corporate tax accountingassignments;

Preparation and review of corporate tax compliance assignments including preparation review and submission of income tax and provisional taxreturns;

Drafting of tax opinions and/or structuring decks on the tax implications ofinter aliabusinesstransactionrestructuresand alternative courses ofactions;

Corporate tax due diligenceprojects;

Researchofcomplex taxissues;

Interpretation of taxlegislation;

Liaising with SARS and addressing queries raised by SARS; and

Buildinggrowingandmaintainingbusiness relationships with clients assuranceteamsand 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

Independence requirements to be taken into consideration:

Standard PwC risk management restrictions apply

Travel Requirements

Up to 20%

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship

Job Posting End Date

May 21 2026

Required Experience:

Senior IC

Management LevelSenior AssociateJob Description & SummaryAt PwC our people in tax services focus on providing advice and guidance to clients on tax planning compliance and strategy. These individuals help businesses navigate complex tax regulations and optimise their tax positions.In tax accounting ...