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    Finance & Digital Accelerator | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceAssuranceSpecialismAssuranceManagement LevelSenior AssociateJob Description & Summary• Provide Digital Support to Finance & wider Academy team with process automation, perform data manipulation, and create data visualisation• Preparation of Management Information & dashboards, including Engagement Profitability Analysis• Preparation of Accounts Receivable reports & Dashboards• WIP management, and ensuring timely billing of corporate engagements• Billing & cash allocation of Academy open course’s inline with Sales Force CRM• Ensuring open course sales compliance with credit control policies• Reconciliation of Academy open course CRM to iPower billing• Ensuring open course sales compliance with credit control policies• General engagement management, job code creation, final billing and closure• Liaising with Central Finance teams to ensure processing deadlines are met• Maintenance of finance records and other adhoc tasks – (preparation of reports/schedules)

    Skills & Requirements• Desirable: Professional Accounting Qualification (CPA, ACCA or equivalent)• Desirable: demonstrable experience of using digital tools to automate processes, manipulation and visualise data• High level of technical proficiency and computer literacy particularly with Excel, Word, and Power point (equivalent Google applications)• Minimum 2 years previous experience in a finance role• Excellent spoken and written English skills• Excellent business writing skills• Well-developed administrative skills in order to set up and maintain systems so as to provide efficient service• Professional yet approachable manner• Meticulous and accurate approach with high attention to detail• Ability to work effectively under pressure• Ability to work well in a team as well as independently• Flexibility in working hours (evenings, weekends as and when required)

    PwC firms help organizations and individuals to create the value they’re looking for.

    We’re a network of firms in 158 countries with close to 169,000 people who are committed to delivering quality in assurance, tax and advisory services. PwC is the brand under which member firms of PricewaterhouseCoopers International Limited (PwCIL) operate and provide services. Together, these firms form the global PwC network.

    In our 3 key areas of business or Lines of Service Assurance, Tax, and Advisory we work with our clients from business start ups to the worlds leading organizations to measure, protect and enhance the things that matter most to them.

    We help our own people to learn, discover, develop and make a real difference all the way through their working lives. And we have big ambitions to grow.

    PwC Middle East Region is part of what we call the Central Cluster and includes the UK, Europe and Africa as well as the Middle East. The region consists of 12 markets – UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Libya, Iraq and Palestine.

    PwC has been established in the region for over 40 years, we already employ over 4500 people and we are on course to become the Middle East number one professional service firm. More

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    Country Finance – Finance Associate | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceInternal Firm ServicesSpecialismIFS – FinanceManagement LevelAssociateJob Description & SummaryThe country finance support forms a key team within the OneFinance community for PwC ME. The team is responsible for all day to day finance operations in country and for the smooth running of financerequirements for countries.The Job Holder is a key member of the team, responsible for the day to day support and administration required. Responsible for performing accounting work according to PwC Approved accounting principles, established procedures, departmental guidelines, and regulatory requirements applicable to the work.Primary duties and responsibilities:Financial• Responsible for daily finance tasks arising locally in country including country finance processing requirements• Custodian of country finances including reconciliation and reporting• Ensure all communication are responded and address any inquiries in time”.• Custodian of the firm’s petty cash and cheques and ensure delivering the cheques for collection on time.• Communicate with banks for proof of payments, bank confirmations, follow up LG issuance and any other matters. Pay the cash and interns’ salaries, execute payments to Vendors and Government Authorities• Issue WHT certificates.• Coordinate with the Shared Service Centre (SSC) in reviewing the payments.• Prepare a bi-monthly cashflow.Customer• Support the on-time and accurate finance requirements of the country (CSP / COO)• Work on monthly closing of accounts and finalizing monthly accounts and reports• Respond to ad-hoc requests in a timely mannerInternal Process• Prepare standardised reports or summaries, and other documentation required for the function.Learning & Growth• Adhere to policies and procedures• Act as a key resource and liaison to other functional areas of the business, building cross-functional relationships as needed

    Knowledge, skills, and abilities:Education• College level education with a focus in Accounting, Finance or related field required.Language• Fluency in spoken and written Arabic & English with excellent communication skills.Overall Experience• 1-2 years of accounting experienceTechnical Skills• Knowledge of SUN, SAGE or any ERP system is an asset.• Good level of accuracy to a high level of detail• Good calculation and analytical skills• Excellent Microsoft Excel skillsSoft Skills• Good organisation and office management skills to ensure coverage of workload• Organization, thoroughness, eye for detail, time management skills and proactivity needed• Capability to work well in a team• Skilled in maintaining client relationships• Good liaison skills, with the ability to maintain geographical relationships• Good customer service skills• Good decision making skills• Strong work ethic• Ethical Conduct

    PwC firms help organizations and individuals to create the value they’re looking for.

    We’re a network of firms in 158 countries with close to 169,000 people who are committed to delivering quality in assurance, tax and advisory services. PwC is the brand under which member firms of PricewaterhouseCoopers International Limited (PwCIL) operate and provide services. Together, these firms form the global PwC network.

    In our 3 key areas of business or Lines of Service Assurance, Tax, and Advisory we work with our clients from business start ups to the worlds leading organizations to measure, protect and enhance the things that matter most to them.

    We help our own people to learn, discover, develop and make a real difference all the way through their working lives. And we have big ambitions to grow.

    PwC Middle East Region is part of what we call the Central Cluster and includes the UK, Europe and Africa as well as the Middle East. The region consists of 12 markets – UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Libya, Iraq and Palestine.

    PwC has been established in the region for over 40 years, we already employ over 4500 people and we are on course to become the Middle East number one professional service firm. More

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    Strategy & Transactions Services – Graduate Program | Ernst & Young

    Employment:

    Full Time

    EY Cairo Strategy and Transactions Services- TCF Valuation, Modelling & Economics Graduate ProgramAt EY, you will have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we are counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all. EY Cairo Strategy and Transactions Services- TCF Valuation, Modelling & Economics Graduate Program Location: Cairo, Egypt The opportunity An exceptional career with a strong purpose. Want to feel challenged, motivated and valued every day? To inspire change and leave a legacy? Our extraordinary Strategy and Transactions people are helping to shape the future. Strategy and Transactions (SaT) EY Strategy and Transactions teams work with clients to navigate complexity by helping them to reimagine their eco-systems, reshape their portfolios and reinvent themselves for a better future. With global connectivity and scale, EY Strategy and Transactions teams help clients drive corporate, capital, transaction and turnaround strategies through to execution, supporting fast-track value creation in all types of market environments. EY Strategy and Transactions teams help support the flow of capital across borders and help bring new products and innovation to market. In doing so, EY Strategy and Transactions teams help clients to build a better working world by fostering long-term value. What is an EY Graduate Program? If you’ve graduated from university, or will do soon, our Strategy and Transactions (SaT) Graduate Program could be just the job for you. You’ll be part of a team working with interesting clients, while earning a salary. We’ll help you develop the things you’re naturally good at and learn new skills for your career, too. Your key responsibilities As part of Strategy and Transactions, you advise on strategies to raise, invest, optimize and preserve capital. Our teams bring together transaction professionals across competence areas, sectors and geographies to help our clients achieve their objectives. Skills and attributes for success – Commercial acumen – Team player – Ability to prioritize and work under tight deadlines – Ability to adapt to changes – Strong analytical and problem-solving skills – Confidence to work effectively in a high-energy, fast-moving environment – Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Arabic and English

    To qualify for the role, you must have – Bachelor’s degree: Finance and/or Economics – Bachelor’s degree: completed within the past 18 months of applying to the graduate program – Egyptian nationals will only be considered What we look for We are most interested in people who are naturally curious and love to learn. You like to work with others and build relationships with both colleagues and clients. You are goal-oriented and implement business thinking with the ambition to develop and strive for providing good service. Furthermore, you are structured, have good analytical skills and of course a genuine interest in finance and transactions. In return, you can expect the support of great colleagues, and the industry-recognized training you’ll need to grow in your career. If you’re a fast learner with great organizational skills and a genuine interest in finance, this role is for you. What working at EY offers – Support, feedback and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues in the industry – Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career in the MENA region – Developed system of performance management and career development that enables you to have the freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you – Opportunity to work in an international environment About EY As a global leader in assurance, tax, strategy, transaction and consulting services, we’re using the finance products, expertise and systems we’ve developed to build a better working world. That starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. Whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime. And with a commitment to hiring and developing the most passionate people, we’ll make our ambition to be the best employer by 2020 a reality. The MENA practice of EY has been operating in the region since 1923. For over 90 years, we have grown to over 7,500 people united across 21 offices and 16 countries, sharing the same values and an unwavering commitment to quality. As an organization, we continue to develop outstanding leaders who deliver exceptional services to our clients and who contribute to our communities. We are proud of our accomplishments over the years, reaffirming our position as the largest and most established professional services organization in the region. If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please complete the online application as soon as possible. Make sure to answer all questions.

    EY is a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services. The insights and quality services we deliver help build trust and confidence in the capital markets and in economies the world over. We develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders. In so doing, we play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities.

    EY refers to the global organization, and may refer to one or more, of the member firms of Ernst & Young Global Limited, each of which is a separate legal entity. Ernst & Young Global Limited, a UK company limited by guarantee, does not provide services to clients. Information about how EY collects and uses personal data and a description of the rights individuals have under data protection legislation are available on our site.

    The MENA practice of EY has been operating in the region since 1923. For over 95 years, we have grown to over 7,500 people united across 21 offices and 16 countries, sharing the same values and an unwavering commitment to quality. As an organization, we continue to develop outstanding leaders who deliver exceptional services to our clients and who contribute to our communities. We are proud of our accomplishments over the years, reaffirming our position as the largest and most established professional services organization in the region More

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    Risk and Quality Associate | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Risk and Quality Associate – JordanLine of ServiceInternal Firm ServicesSpecialismIFS – Risk & Quality (R&Q)Management LevelAssociateJob Description & SummaryThe Independence Associate is part of the Independence Team and operates across all lines of service. The team is responsible for providing support on developing independence policies and guidance (both firm and personal independence), helping engagement teams maintain independence and compliance according to regulatory rules and requirements.Primary Duty and Responsibilities: Financial • Adhere to the Independence budget Customer • Supporting the Business Relationship team with the review and clearance of joint business relationships across all LoS. • Emailing confirmation of updates to partner within agreed timeframes Managing the SLA for JBR requests Assisting engagement teams with the JBR and other Business Relationship clearances • Answering general queries in relation to Business Relationships • Liaising with Global Independence Compliance teams to resolve any unusual JBR technical/systems issues Internal Process • Updating a number of Independence systems • Performing data reconciliations for JBR Independence monitoring purposes Participating in internal training sessions and contributing to setting the agenda for the calls/meetings Learning and Growth • Liaise with Global to understand JBR system improvement initiatives • Adhere to policies and procedures • Act as a key resource and liaison to other functional areas of the business, building cross-functional relationships as needed

    Education • A professional or academic qualification (degree level or equivalent), or extensive relevant and practical experience. • Language Fluency in English required, proficiency in Arabic is advantageous Overall Experience 1+ year of relevant experience. • Fresh graduate could be considered.Specific Experience • Experience with a professional services firm Preferred Knowledge and Skills • Strong analytical skills • Excellent Microsoft Excel/Word/Powerpoint skills • Problem solving skills and innovative mindset • Risk averse/risk management skills • Strong organization skills • Thoroughness and eye for detail • Time management skills and proactivity • Strong verbal and written communication skills Ethical conduct • A conscientious, ambitious team player, with good self-management skills and an ability to take initiative and share knowledge with peers.

    PwC firms help organizations and individuals to create the value they’re looking for.

    We’re a network of firms in 158 countries with close to 169,000 people who are committed to delivering quality in assurance, tax and advisory services. PwC is the brand under which member firms of PricewaterhouseCoopers International Limited (PwCIL) operate and provide services. Together, these firms form the global PwC network.

    In our 3 key areas of business or Lines of Service Assurance, Tax, and Advisory we work with our clients from business start ups to the worlds leading organizations to measure, protect and enhance the things that matter most to them.

    We help our own people to learn, discover, develop and make a real difference all the way through their working lives. And we have big ambitions to grow.

    PwC Middle East Region is part of what we call the Central Cluster and includes the UK, Europe and Africa as well as the Middle East. The region consists of 12 markets – UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Libya, Iraq and Palestine.

    PwC has been established in the region for over 40 years, we already employ over 4500 people and we are on course to become the Middle East number one professional service firm. More

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    AVP, Structured Finance Analyst (Interim) | Charterhouse

    Employment:

    Temporary

    Charterhouse Middle East are currently working with a leading international financial services client, whom are looking to hire an Assistant Vice President (AVP), for their Structured Finance team with a focus towards the power and infrastructure sectors.This AVP role will be heavily geared towards supporting the front office team, in financial modelling, financial advisory and financial due diligence undertakings, to assist in the development of funding proposals, pricing factors and client mandate sheets. In conjunction, this analysis shall be overseen and tested, to ensure that pitch proposal and financing options, can be completed and compared in alignment with the front office mandate and the client specification.

    The client envisages hiring a candidate profile demonstrating up to 3 years of experience, at an Analyst-level, within a financial services or wholesale banking institution. The candidate shall be required to possess an advanced Excel skills set; to allow for strong and detailed financial modelling with an ability to run scenario analysis. The client will look for a candidate, with a strong educational and degree background, coupled with an ability to display a working knowledge of either corporate finance or investment banking principles. Due to the existing headcount limit, this role to begin with, shall be recruited on an interim/temporary basis. As such, the client is looking to pinpoint a candidate whom is immediately available. The candidate should ideally be based in the local vicinity however, exposure to the GCC financial market isn’t a pre-requisite.

    The Charterhouse brand and business was launched in Dubai and the Middle East in April 2004 by a team of international recruiters and management consultants, after its inception in Sydney, Australia in September 2003. Charterhouse Middle East is now positioned as the leading regional recruiter within its area of disciplines and functional markets.

    Charterhouse offers professional and bespoke contingency and retained search services to all sectors of the market. Service quality is guaranteed, thanks to a particular focus on flexibility. Charterhouse was the first international search and selection business to establish Dubai as its base. The growth in the Middle East region has been mirrored by Charterhouse globally, with offices now in Abu Dhabi, Qatar, Hong Kong, Singapore, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney. More

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    Tax & Legal Services – MERC Tax – Risk & Quality – Manager | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Tax & Legal Services – MERC Tax – Risk & Quality – Manager – AmmanLine of ServiceTaxIndustry/SectorNot ApplicableSpecialismIFS – Risk & Quality (R&Q)Management LevelManagerJob Description & SummaryA career in Risk Management, within Internal Firm Services, will provide you with the opportunity to advance and foster integrity based decision making and conduct by PwC professionals throughout our organisation. You’ll focus on promoting and monitoring compliance with applicable external laws and regulations as well as internal policies and procedures to help manage PwC’s regulatory, litigation, and reputational risk.Our Risk and Quality team identifies and assists internal teams to mitigate and control client engagement risks. As part of the team, you’ll provide advice to business teams within PwC on sound contract provisions, standards and approaches in accordance with PwC policies, principles and standards.Responsibilities:The Tax and Legal Risk and Quality team advises client-facing and internal staff primarily on risk management matters associated with the procurement, development and/or use of technology solutions internally by the firm or as part of the delivery of services to clients. It also advises internal firm functions on general risk management matters and delivers effective and comprehensive risk management support across the Middle East region. You will work as an integral part of this team and be involved in a broad range of activities which will include liaison with internal and client facing partners and staff across the firm’s Lines of Service, as well as other parts of the firm including Network Security, Independence, Compliance, the Office of General Counsel (OGC), Procurement and the Risk and Quality Teams in each Line of Service. It is a high profile role that requires strong interpersonal skills and an ability to deal with senior and junior staff. The role will entail supporting the regional TLS R&Q team to: – Work with project teams to identify, assess and advise on mitigations for risk concerns relating to related solutions, as well as navigate the firm’s various approval processes to obtain sign-off for these new solutions; – Provide general risk management advice to internal firm functions and be the first point of contact, escalating issues when appropriate – Work as part of a team of problem solvers with extensive consulting and industry experience, helping our clients solve their complex business issues from strategy to execution. Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:- Ensuring delivery of high quality, pragmatic and commercial R&Q advice that meets the needs of the business and is delivered to high client delivery standards – Advising on more complex R&Q issues and drawing on specialist support from the wider R&Q community (OGC, Independence, Compliance, other LoS R&Q) – Being the first point of contact for queries from client facing staff and providing pragmatic advice and solutions to their R&Q queries. – Delivering training to partners and staff, including one-to-one training and seminar based training, in relation to R&Q / contracting. – Assist in reviewing and providing any KYC exceptional approval based on due diligence provided on the client and services to be performed. – Work with the regional OGC and Contract Review team by ensure client contracting matters are actioned promptly and effective response and negotiation conducted – Working with junior resources to project manage and facilitate the Engagement Compliance Review (ECRs) conducted for TLS Partners and Directors and provide timely updates on status of reviews. – Advising on the proper completion of TLS questionnaire (client and engagement acceptance) covering: relationship checking, AFS, AML, scoping of work and drafting of engagement letters. – Able to develop deep understanding and knowledge of the firm’s risk management process whilst providing solutions and bringing innovate ideas on enhancing the process – Managing and participating in the annual Engagement Compliance Review (ECR) on all partners and directors in the Middle East Tax practice. – Assisting in the Quality Assurance Review conducted by project managing the activities and ensuring the smooth running of the programme. – Planning the annual Quality Review programme for the selected territories by working with the selected offices and identifying resources to participate in the review. – Esacalating contracting requests to OGC / Contract Review team or other members of TLS R&Q team. – Providing regular feedback on the key risks within the region and providing thoughts on certain risk management issues when experienced by engagement teams. – Where necessary, supporting client facing teams on conference calls with clients, third parties and their respective legal advisers in order to resolve issues relating 3 of to our contracting documentation. – Previous risk management, compliance or regulatory experience, or experience in a client facing role is desirable. – Knowledge of Tax applied in risk management context, PwC risk management policies and procedures, and the tac services provided by the firm is desirable.

    Travel RequirementsNot SpecifiedAvailable for Work Visa Sponsorship?NoGovernment Clearance Required?Yes

    PwC firms help organizations and individuals to create the value they’re looking for.

    We’re a network of firms in 158 countries with close to 169,000 people who are committed to delivering quality in assurance, tax and advisory services. PwC is the brand under which member firms of PricewaterhouseCoopers International Limited (PwCIL) operate and provide services. Together, these firms form the global PwC network.

    In our 3 key areas of business or Lines of Service Assurance, Tax, and Advisory we work with our clients from business start ups to the worlds leading organizations to measure, protect and enhance the things that matter most to them.

    We help our own people to learn, discover, develop and make a real difference all the way through their working lives. And we have big ambitions to grow.

    PwC Middle East Region is part of what we call the Central Cluster and includes the UK, Europe and Africa as well as the Middle East. The region consists of 12 markets – UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Libya, Iraq and Palestine.

    PwC has been established in the region for over 40 years, we already employ over 4500 people and we are on course to become the Middle East number one professional service firm. More

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    Tax & Legal Services – MERC Tax – Risk & Quality – Senior Associate | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Tax & Legal Services – MERC Tax – Risk & Quality – Senior Associate – AmmanLine of ServiceTaxIndustry/SectorNot ApplicableSpecialismIFS – Risk & Quality (R&Q)Management LevelSenior AssociateJob Description & SummaryA career in Risk Management, within Internal Firm Services, will provide you with the opportunity to advance and foster integrity based decision making and conduct by PwC professionals throughout our organisation. You’ll focus on promoting and monitoring compliance with applicable external laws and regulations as well as internal policies and procedures to help manage PwC’s regulatory, litigation, and reputational risk.Our Risk and Quality team identifies and assists internal teams to mitigate and control client engagement risks. As part of the team, you’ll provide advice to business teams within PwC on sound contract provisions, standards and approaches in accordance with PwC policies, principles and standards.Responsibilities:- The Tax and Legal Risk and Quality team advises client-facing and internal staff primarily on risk management matters associated with the procurement, development and/or use of technology solutions internally by the firm or as part of the delivery of services to clients. It also advises internal firm functions on general risk management matters and delivers effective and comprehensive risk management support across the Middle East region. You will work as an integral part of this team and be involved in a broad range of activities which will include liaison with internal and client facing partners and staff across the firm’s Lines of Service, as well as other parts of the firm including Network Security, Independence, Compliance, the Office of General Counsel (OGC), Procurement and the Risk and Quality Teams in each Line of Service. It is a high profile role that requires strong interpersonal skills and an ability to deal with senior and junior staff. The role will entail supporting the regional TLS R&Q team to: – Work with project teams to identify, assess and advise on mitigations for risk concerns relating to related solutions, as well as navigate the firm’s various approval processes to obtain sign-off for these new solutions; – Provide general risk management advice to internal firm functions and be the first point of contact, escalating issues when appropriate – Work as part of a team of problem solvers with extensive consulting and industry experience, helping our clients solve their complex business issues from strategy to execution. Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:- Ensuring delivery of high quality, pragmatic and commercial R&Q advice that meets the needs of the business and is delivered to high client delivery standards – Advising on more complex R&Q issues and drawing on specialist support from the wider R&Q community (OGC, Independence, Compliance, other LoS R&Q) – Being the first point of contact for queries from client facing staff and providing pragmatic advice and solutions to their R&Q queries. – Delivering training to partners and staff, including one-to-one training and seminar based training, in relation to R&Q / contracting. – Assist in reviewing and providing any KYC exceptional approval based on due diligence provided on the client and services to be performed. – Work with the regional OGC and Contract Review team by ensure client contracting matters are actioned promptly and effective response and negotiation conducted – Working with junior resources to project manage and facilitate the Engagement Compliance Review (ECRs) conducted for TLS Partners and Directors and provide timely updates on status of reviews. – Advising on the proper completion of TLS questionnaire (client and engagement acceptance) covering: relationship checking, AFS, AML, scoping of work and drafting of engagement letters. – Able to develop deep understanding and knowledge of the firm’s risk management process whilst providing solutions and bringing innovate ideas on enhancing the process – Managing and participating in the annual Engagement Compliance Review (ECR) on all partners and directors in the Middle East Tax practice. – Assisting in the Quality Assurance Review conducted by project managing the activities and ensuring the smooth running of the programme. – Planning the annual Quality Review programme for the selected territories by working with the selected offices and identifying resources to participate in the review. – Esacalting contracting requests to OGC / Contract Review team or other members of TLS R&Q team. – Providing regular feedback on the key risks within the region and providing thoughts on certain risk management issues when experienced by engagement teams. – Where necessary, supporting client facing teams on conference calls with clients, third parties and their respective legal advisers in order to resolve issues relating 3 of to our contracting documentation. – Previous risk management, compliance or regulatory experience, or experience in a client facing role is desirable. – Knowledge of Tax applied in risk management context, PwC risk management policies and procedures, and the tac services provided by the firm is desirable.

    Travel RequirementsNot SpecifiedAvailable for Work Visa Sponsorship?NoGovernment Clearance Required?Yes

    PwC firms help organizations and individuals to create the value they’re looking for.

    We’re a network of firms in 158 countries with close to 169,000 people who are committed to delivering quality in assurance, tax and advisory services. PwC is the brand under which member firms of PricewaterhouseCoopers International Limited (PwCIL) operate and provide services. Together, these firms form the global PwC network.

    In our 3 key areas of business or Lines of Service Assurance, Tax, and Advisory we work with our clients from business start ups to the worlds leading organizations to measure, protect and enhance the things that matter most to them.

    We help our own people to learn, discover, develop and make a real difference all the way through their working lives. And we have big ambitions to grow.

    PwC Middle East Region is part of what we call the Central Cluster and includes the UK, Europe and Africa as well as the Middle East. The region consists of 12 markets – UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Libya, Iraq and Palestine.

    PwC has been established in the region for over 40 years, we already employ over 4500 people and we are on course to become the Middle East number one professional service firm. More

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    Tax & Legal Services – Tax – Tax Compliance Services – Associate | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Tax & Legal Services – Tax – Tax Compliance Services – Associate – CairoLine of ServiceTaxIndustry/SectorNot ApplicableSpecialismGeneral Tax ConsultingManagement LevelAssociateJob Description & SummaryA career in Administration and Secretarial Services, within Internal Firm Services, will give you with the opportunity to provide administrative support to PwC employees. You’ll focus on using business software applications to prepare reports, receiving and directing incoming calls or emails to the appropriate parties, arranging business travel, tracking expenses, and coordinating meeting arrangements.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.As an Associate, you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers with extensive consulting and industry experience, helping our clients solve their complex business issues from strategy to execution. Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:- Proactively assist the team in various aspects of the project- Prepare deliverables- Contribute to the development of your own and team’s technical acumen- Keep up to date with local and national business and economic issues- Ensure you are adhering to compliance matters- Work on developing internal relationships and your PwC brand- Preparing and assisting with client risk management onboarding process- Project planning, progress monitoring and reporting- Executing various background checks by running on-going screening of clients and suppliers to manage risks related to client and engagement acceptance- Running AML and sanction screening checks on all clients and their ultimate beneficial owners to ensure AML and sanctions compliance- Ensuring engagement teams are compliant with the firm’s client due diligence (CDD) and know your customer (KYC) processes- Reporting adverse check results, sanctions and global/local conflicts of interest- Monitoring the timely completion of of mandatory client and engagement risk assessment processes- Handling risk management queries received from the various client engagement teams across the ME- Identifying, assessing and evaluating violations related to confidentiality breaches- Assisting in and being part of ME risk management processes to comply with changes made to PwC Network and/or ME local policies.- Performing the Engagement Compliance Review on selected files to ensure the engagement is in line with the firm’s risk management standards and any independence regulations.- Raise any concerns regarding inadequate and bring to the attention of senior management.

    Job Requirements Required Skills:- Demonstrate ability to build relationships, work across multinational teams and with a wide variety of individuals at different levels – from senior partners to staff- Strong interest and passion for PwC and looking to further develop him/herself and his/her PwC network- Excellent organisational skills, having the ability to prioritise workload whilst being resilient and being able to cope well under pressure and meeting tight deadlines- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written). Fluent in English but multilingual Arabic speaker preferable- Demonstrates analytical skills- Driven with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team- Personal gravitas and ethical behavior- Seeking opportunities for improvement, automation and efficiency gains.Education:- Fresh Graduate with Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in relevant subject areas (such as Risk Management, Finance, Business administration) Travel RequirementsNot SpecifiedAvailable for Work Visa Sponsorship?NoGovernment Clearance Required?Yes

    PwC firms help organizations and individuals to create the value they’re looking for.

    We’re a network of firms in 158 countries with close to 169,000 people who are committed to delivering quality in assurance, tax and advisory services. PwC is the brand under which member firms of PricewaterhouseCoopers International Limited (PwCIL) operate and provide services. Together, these firms form the global PwC network.

    In our 3 key areas of business or Lines of Service Assurance, Tax, and Advisory we work with our clients from business start ups to the worlds leading organizations to measure, protect and enhance the things that matter most to them.

    We help our own people to learn, discover, develop and make a real difference all the way through their working lives. And we have big ambitions to grow.

    PwC Middle East Region is part of what we call the Central Cluster and includes the UK, Europe and Africa as well as the Middle East. The region consists of 12 markets – UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Libya, Iraq and Palestine.

    PwC has been established in the region for over 40 years, we already employ over 4500 people and we are on course to become the Middle East number one professional service firm. More