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  • Posted: Apr 27, 2021
    Deadline: May 11, 2021
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    PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) helps organisations and individuals create the value they’re looking for. We’re a network of firms in 157 countries with more than 184,000 people who are committed to delivering quality in assurance, tax and advisory services. Find out more by visiting us at www.pwc.com. In Africa we're the largest provider of prof...
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    Senior Associate - Assurance (Energy, Utilities & Mining)

    Ref No: 209018WD
    Line of Service: Assurance
    Industry/Sector: EUR X-Sector
    Specialism: Assurance
    Management Level: Senior Associate

    Job Description & Summary

    • A career within External Audit services will provide you with the opportunity to provide a range of Assurance services and business advice to a variety of clients from small, fast-growing clients to large entities. Our clients are often well-known brands and many have broad international reach. We focus on using the latest technology to reduce the level of manual testing ensuring you’ll focus on the most valuable areas of client service and on enhancing corporate governance and the reliability of our clients’ information.
    • To really stand out and make us fit for the future in a constantly changing world, each and every one of us at PwC needs to be a purpose-led and values-driven leader at every level. To help us achieve this we have the PwC Professional; our global leadership development framework. It gives us a single set of expectations across our lines, geographies, and career paths, and provides transparency on the skills we need as individuals to be successful and progress in our careers, now and in the future.

    Responsibilities
    As a Senior Associate, you'll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. PwC Professional skills and responsibilities for this management level include but are not limited to:

    • Use feedback and reflection to develop self-awareness, personal strengths, and address development areas.
    • Delegate to others to provide stretch opportunities, coaching them to deliver results.
    • Demonstrate critical thinking and the ability to bring order to unstructured problems.
    • Use a broad range of tools and techniques to extract insights from current industry or sector trends.
    • Review your work and that of others for quality, accuracy, and relevance.
    • Know-how and when to use tools available for a given situation and can explain the reasons for this choice.
    • Seek and embrace opportunities that give exposure to different situations, environments, and perspectives.
    • Use straightforward communication, in a structured way, when influencing and connecting with others.
    • Able to read situations and modify behavior to build quality relationships.
    • Uphold the firm's code of ethics and business conduct.

    Roles & Responsibilities

    • Lead, supervise, mentor, coach and evaluate engagement teams on financial audits of Energy, Utilities & mining companies using International Standards on Auditing (ISA)
    • Lead accounting Advisory and other Assurance Engagements.
    • Serve as effective liaison and representative between the firm and the client.
    • Work harmoniously and productively within a team; providing necessary supports to superior and motivate less experienced team members to deliver their work in the most efficient and effective manner.
    • Exercise sound judgment by making decisions throughout the engagement, including assessment of engagement risks, design and selection of audit procedures necessary to arrive at a desired level of assurance, and evaluation of documentation and audit evidence received.
    • Preparation and 1st level review of complex consolidated IFRS financial statements.
    • Work with partners and engagement managers regarding project management, including scheduling, staffing, and the engagement budget.
    • Proactively interact with key client’s management to gather information, resolve problems, and make recommendations for business and process improvements.
    • Assist with business development activities, such as proposals, conferences, and/or other thought leadership materials.
    • Demonstrate professional demeanor towards duties and responsibilities, particularly with regard to independence, professional ethics, and the exercise of professional judgment.

    Requirements

    • ACA/ACCA qualification (or equivalent)
    • Must be working or have worked in a consulting/Audit firm - with 4 - 5 years professional experience in external audit of organizations in the Energy, Utilities & Mining sector
    • Have deep technical knowledge and understanding of the application of relevant International Financial Reporting Standards
    • Demonstrate an understanding of regulatory pronouncements that are applicable to Energy, Utilities & Mining companies
    • Focused and initiative driven (required to maximize growth potential)
    • A passion for delivering an exceptional client service
    • Good analytical and organizational abilities
    • A proven track record of establishing and maintaining strong relationships with clients
    • Effective communication skills when working at all levels
    • Possess the ability and maturity to resolve conflicts on engagements
    • A demonstrated ability to take responsibility, work autonomously and use initiative, especially when working to tight deadlines
    • Ability to perform and deliver on multiple commitments concurrently with ease and professionalism.

    Desirable Skills

    • Strong team-working
    • Ability to delegate to others to provide stretch opportunities and coach to help deliver results
    • Ability to develop new ideas and propose innovative solutions to problems
    • Desire for continuous improvement
    • Ability to use a broad range of tools and techniques to extract insights from current trends in the business area.
    • Ability to review your work and that of others for quality, accuracy, and relevance.
    • Good listening skills.

    Method of Application

    Interested and qualified? Go to PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) on pwc.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com to apply

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