Company:
PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC)
Industry: Consulting
Deadline: Not specified
Job Type: Full Time
Experience:
Location: Gauteng
Province: Johannesburg
Field: Finance / Accounting / Audit
Role summary:
- As a dedicated IFRS Accounting Standards reporting specialist, you will be up to date with the latest developments in the International Financial Reporting Standards.
- You will service PwC South Market area in dealing with complex accounting matters, including financial statement reviews, consultations and training requests.
Qualifications / certifications required:
- Relevant professional qualification CA (SA)
- Completing 3-year articles in 2025 – ie, eligible to register as a CA in 2026 and 2026 will be the first-year post articles
​​​​​​​Experience required:
- Candidate should be completing their third year of articles in 2025
Responsibilities of role:
- Performing research on accounting matters, legislation and regulatory issues affecting disclosure.
- He/she will present complex findings to PwC directors and staff and senior executives of clients.
- Perform review of listed company financial statements to ensure compliance with the principles and disclosure requirements of IFRS Accounting Standards.
- Work arising from the firm’s representation on various professional bodies;
- Raising the technical profile of PwC in the marketplace via seminars, press releases; production of reference material and publications;
- Commenting on exposure drafts or proposed interpretations;
- Preparing and delivering presentations on topical issues;
- Input into updating and maintaining the policy statements of the firm;
- The department offers a great place to learn and a high level of mental stimulation for self motivated and driven people.
​​​​​​​Skill sets required:
- Problem solver
- Team player
- Able to work under pressure, multitask and meet deadlines
- Excellent verbal and written English skills
- Attention to detail
- Excellent interpersonal skills
​​​​​​​Role related attributes:
- Able to work as part of a team as well as independently in an unstructured environment
- Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously
- Strong leadership skills (determination), some experience in technical matters preferred
- High energy levels and superior debating skills
- Strong business acumen
- Industry experience required:
- Accounting Knowledge (IFRS Accounting Standards)