Accounting Assistant – Tax Services

About the role

PwC's tax services team advises clients on tax planning, compliance and strategy. In tax accounting services, the Accounting Assistant helps businesses prepare and review tax provisions, tax returns and financial statements, confirming compliance with accounting standards and tax regulations. The role suits a curious, reliable team member who can adapt to a fast-paced environment with varied clients.

Key responsibilities

• Record accounting operations in client- and firm-authorised systems
• Prepare journal entries and bank reconciliations, and keep ledgers and supporting documentation up to date
• Classify and archive financial and accounting documents
• Follow up pending items and differences, support account reviews and prepare account analyses when needed
• Support preparation of financial statements and management reports, and provide information for tax declarations and regulatory obligations
• Prepare periodic reports for internal and external clients and verify supporting documentation
• Maintain constant contact with assigned clients, follow up information requests and take part in operational meetings
• Follow PwC quality methodologies, identify process improvements and keep procedures and controls current

Required profile

• University student in Public Accounting (at least third year approved) or graduate of the field
• Basic knowledge of financial accounting
• Desirable: complementary courses in taxation, IFRS or commercial law, and basic payroll and tax compliance knowledge