Tax Compliance Associate 2

PricewaterhouseCoopers; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A global professional services firm is seeking an Associate in tax services located in Bloemfontein, Free State. The role involves providing Income Tax and VAT services and consulting clients on tax compliance, managing tax assignments, and conducting research and audits. Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently. We encourage motivated individuals with a passion for tax and strong communication skills to apply.

Qualifications

• Motivated individual passionate about tax.
• Strong research skills and business acumen.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Provide Income Tax and VAT services.
• Manage a range of tax assignments.
• Liaise with clients to provide tax consulting services.

Skills

Tax planning compliance

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Research skills

Ability to multitask

Commercial awareness

Proactive work ethic

Education

Graduated

Tools

Abinitio

Cost Estimation

Data Networking

Job description

Management Level

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. Those in tax compliance at PwC will focus on validating client compliance with tax laws and regulations. You will review and analyse financial data, prepare and file tax returns and assist businesses in meeting their tax obligations while minimising risks of non‑compliance.

About the Role

Driven by curiosity you are a reliable contributing member of a fast‑paced environment. You are expected to adapt to working with a variety of clients and team members each presenting varying challenges and scope. Every experience is an opportunity to learn and grow. You are expected to take ownership and consistently deliver quality work that drives value for our clients and success as a team. As you navigate through the Firm you build a brand for yourself opening doors to more opportunities.

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

• Apply a learning mindset and take ownership for your own development.
• Appreciate diverse perspectives, needs and feelings of others.
• Adopt habits to sustain high performance and develop your potential.
• Actively listen, ask questions to check understanding and clearly express ideas.
• Seek, reflect, act on and give feedback.
• Gather information from a range of sources to analyse facts and discern patterns.
• Commit to understanding how the business works and building commercial awareness.
• Learn and apply professional and technical standards (e.g., refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance) uphold the Firm’s code of conduct and independence requirements.

Main Purpose

The position requires the incumbent to provide Income Tax and VAT services. This person might also be involved in tax compliance services.

Key Performance Areas

• Liasing with colleagues and clients to provide tax consulting services
• Managing a range of tax assignments reporting to managers and directors
• Performing IT and VAT reviews/audit documentation as part of statutory audits
• Performing IT and VAT related research
• Interpreting IT and VAT legislation
• Liasing with SARS and handling queries raised by SARS if needed
• Implement methodologies, standards and processes on all assignments to ensure quality
• Identify opportunities and understand business
• Complying with risk management procedures
• Billing client work
• Performing general project administration

Qualification / Education

Graduated

Experience

Training contract completed

Key Competencies

Motivated individual who are passionate about tax, Commercial awareness and business acumen, Strong research skills, Ability to provide solutions to business problems, Analytical skills, Good communication and interpersonal skills, Ability to prioritise and work under pressure, Organisation and time management skills, Ability to work to deadlines, Attention to detail, Ability to manage multiple assignments and multitask, Fully bilingual (Afr & Eng) or English speaking, Proactive able to work independently and deliver precise and accurate work.

Travel Requirements

Up to 20%

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship

No

Job Posting End Date

November 11 2025

Required Experience

IC

Key Skills

Abinitio, Apprentice, Dermatology, Cost Estimation, Data Networking, Liaison

Employment Type

Full‑Time

Experience

years

Vacancy

1