Audit Specialist at PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC)

Role Summary: 

• To provide superior assurance services within the Service Delivery Centre (SDC) Africa team. The SDC provides audit support to audit teams across Africa on a remote basis. 

Qualifications / Certifications required: 

• A related tertiary qualification – Diploma or Degree: Accounting / Auditing or similar 

​​​​​​​Experience required: 

• One years’ relevant experience in an Auditing environment would be advantageous  

​​​​​​​Responsibilities of role: 

• Work under the supervision of a Manager; 
• Perform general auditing functions according to PwC methodologies including but not limited to: bank confirmations investment confirmations, group deliverables, receivable confirmations, checking and casting of financials, obtain/coordinate and summarize ISA 402 supporting documentation; 
• Perform test of details/test of controls; 
• Work within budget allocations; 
• General administration; 
• Invite and provide evidence-based feedback in a timely and constructive manner; 
• Share and collaborate effectively with others; 
• Work with existing processes/systems whilst making constructive suggestions for improvements; 
• Validate data and analysis for accuracy and relevance; 
• Follow risk management and compliance procedures; 
• Keep up-to-date with technical developments for business area; 
• Communicate confidently in a clear, concise and articulate manner – verbally and in written form; 
• Seek opportunities to learn about other cultures and other parts of the business across the Network of PwC firms; 
• Uphold the firm’s code of ethics and business conduct. 

​​​​​​​Skill sets required: 

• Strong planning, time management and organisation skills 
• Work effectively under pressure and handle confidential matters with tact and professionalism 
• Pragmatic problem-solving approach 
• Good communication skills, verbal and written 
• Detail orientated and deadline driven 
• Punctual, flexible and responsive 
• Good interpersonal and client liaison skills 
• Able to work independently and in a team 
• Strong work ethic 
• Meticulous. 
• Enthusiasm and passion to deliver exceptional client service 
• Highly proficient in Microsoft office suite (Excel, Word and PowerPoint) and the Google suite