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PwC

Jan 21

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry, Junior & Mid Level
  • IT & Cybersecurity
    Accounting & Tax
  • Johannesburg

Requirements

  • An undergraduate degree, pursuing/or completed an honours degree or higher in:
  • Computer Science, BCom (IT), Engineering, Mathematics or Accounting or:
  • IT (BSc or BCom)
  • Computer Science
  • Engineering
  • Mathematics
  • Management accounting
  • Internal Auditing
  • Business Science
  • Risk Management
  • Economics
  • Travel Requirements
  • Up to 20%
  • Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?
  • No

Responsibilities

  • You’ll have the opportunity to work with a variety of clients, industries and technologies.
  • You’ll need to be a people person, tenacious and resilient. You’ll have exposure to contacts such as financial controllers, heads of IT or finance directors to understand and test IT systems and controls. You’ll be embedded in the process of evaluating controls in and around IT systems to ensure they are appropriately controlled by management and to validate that data produced is accurate, valid and complete. It's investigative work where you’ll regularly engage with clients, using in-person meetings or leading-edge collaborative technology. You’ll be part of a variety of teams, taking real responsibility for the work you do. Your reviews may include:
  • Identifying key risks and controls, controls optimisation, including the configuration of controls around security, business process and within IT environments;
  • Applying internal control principles and business/technical knowledge including information technology general controls and application controls; financial reporting concepts; working experience applying professional skepticism skills;
  • Leading the adaption a work program and practice aid, as well as perform assessments, using PwC's proprietary or other relevant tools to evaluate controls, security, SOD, and potential for optimisation;
  • Exhibiting project management skills, including developing project plans, budgets, and deliverables schedules;
  • Creating a positive environment, monitoring workloads of the team while meeting client expectations, and respecting the work-life quality of team members. This includes providing candid, meaningful feedback in a timely manner and keeping leadership informed of progress;
  • Interacting with clients on solutions and executing projects on client engagements, forming client relationships and demonstrating an understanding of the client's business;
  • Review of financial and operational business process controls;
  • Infrastructure and database security reviews;
  • Compliance with other regulatory requirements;
  • Due diligence on systems and controls;
  • Pre- and post-implementation system reviews;
  • Computer security reviews;
  • Privacy and protection of personal information;
  • Outsourced and Co-sourced Internal Audit Engagements;
  • Governance, Risk and Compliance reviews;
  • Performance Audits and Audit of predetermined objectives;
  • Work on ERP (SAP, Oracle, etc.) projects - assessing risk, identifying and testing controls and assist clients to develop and implement solutions such as GRC; and
  • Cyber security/IT Audit/Data Analytics.

FAQs

What is the management level for the IT Audit Graduate position?

The management level for the IT Audit Graduate position is Associate.

What type of candidates is PwC looking for in this graduate program?

PwC is looking for talented, tech-savvy, curious, and skilled graduates who can bring new ideas and a fresh approach to IT Risk Assurance.

What qualifications are required for this position?

An undergraduate degree, pursuing or completed an honours degree or higher in fields such as Computer Science, IT, Engineering, Mathematics, Accounting, and related disciplines.

What kind of training will I receive during the graduate program?

You will receive on-site training and valuable real business work experience over the course of the three-year graduate program.

Will there be opportunities to work with clients?

Yes, you will have the opportunity to work with a variety of clients across different industries and technologies.

Is there a travel requirement for this position?

Yes, there is a travel requirement of up to 20%.

What types of tasks will I be involved in as an IT Audit Graduate?

You will be involved in identifying key risks and controls, evaluating IT systems and controls, engaging with clients, performing assessments, and contributing to compliance and governance reviews among other tasks.

Is there a focus on teamwork in this role?

Yes, teamwork is emphasized, and you will be responsible for working collaboratively with various teams and managing workloads while respecting work-life quality.

Are there opportunities for career progression after the graduate program?

Yes, as you navigate through the firm, you will build a brand for yourself, opening doors to more opportunities for career progression.

Can graduates apply for work visa sponsorship?

No, the position does not provide support for work visa sponsorship.

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PwC

Accounting
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1998
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) is one of the Big 4 accounting firms and a leading professional services organisation. PwC offers a broad range of services, including audit and assurance, tax consulting, advisory, and legal services. They work with clients across various industries, from multinational corporations to startups, providing insights, expertise, and solutions to help them address complex challenges and achieve their goals. PwC's ultimate mission is to build trust in society and solve important problems. They strive to enhance transparency, integrity, and accountability in financial reporting, while also supporting sustainable business practices and societal advancement. PwC's purpose is to contribute to creating trust and value for their clients, people, and wider stakeholders, driving confidence and fostering innovation in a rapidly changing world.

Culture & Values

  • Act with integrity

    Speak up for what is right, especially when it feels difficult. Expect and deliver the highest quality outcomes. Make decisions and act as if our personal reputations were at stake.

  • Make a difference

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  • Care

    Make the effort to understand every individual and what matters to them. Recognise the value that each person contributes. Support others to grow and work in the ways that bring out their best.

  • Work together

    Collaborate and share relationships, ideas and knowledge beyond boundaries. Seek and integrate a diverse range of perspectives, people and ideas. Give and ask for feedback to improve ourselves and others.

  • Reimagine the possible

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