Somila Joka
Senior Tax Associate
Johannesburg
Summary
Eligible for CA(SA) registration with comprehensive PwC audit training, offering robust expertise in financial analysis and technical accounting across IFRS and ISA applications. Proven capabilities in risk assessment, financial reporting, and data-driven audit procedures. Additional experience as a Finance Assistant Officer, Taxation trainee and volunteer accounting marker highlights strong analytical skills, teaching aptitude, and a commitment to professional excellence. Proficient in utilising digital and data tools to generate high-quality financial insights and drive value in dynamic corporate environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
5
5
Languages
Work History
Senior Tax Associate
PwC
01.2026 - Current
- Reviewed financial reports to correctly ascertain taxation and statement requirements.
- Reviewed and analysed client data and accurately prepared tax research.
- Completed in-depth research into tax issues to offer advice.
Senior Audit Associate
PwC
01.2025 - 12.2025
- Conducted thorough financial statement audits for the energy, utilities and resources industries, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance with regulations.
- Managed multiple concurrent engagements while meeting tight deadlines, demonstrating exceptional time management skills.
- Developed strong working relationships with clients through trust-building communication tactics and reliable service delivery.
- Mentored junior associates in audit procedures and techniques, fostering a positive learning environment for professional growth.
Audit Associate
PwC
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
- Evaluated financial statements, identifying discrepancies and providing recommendations for corrective action.
- Performed auditing work in accordance with rigorous auditing standards and principles.
- Mentored junior associate, sharing industry knowledge and best practices for successful audits
- Training on assurance best practices
- Training on PCAOB standards
- Using audit software tools
- Performing analytical reviews
Advanced Taxation Academic Trainee
University Of The Free State
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Tutoring and student support
- Setting and marking assessments
- Involvement in pedagogical research
- Planning staff events
- Lecturing
- Preparation of academic material
Volunteer Financial Accounting Marker
University of the Free State
10.2021 - 10.2021
- Marking third year accounting assignments
PwC Virtual Vacation Work Student
PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC)
12.2020 - 12.2020
- Training on Audit profession
Basic Taxation Marker
University of the Free State
02.2020 - 07.2020
- Marking scripts.
- Capturing data onto spreadsheets.
Assistant Officer- Finance Call Centre Agent
University of the Free State
01.2020 - 02.2020
- Responding to tuition fee related queries telephonically and via email.
- Managing a large volume of inbound and outbound calls in a timely manner.
- Providing registration information to prospective students.
Education
Postgraduate Diploma - Chartered Accountancy
University of The Free State
Bloemfontein11-2022
Bachelor of Commerce Honours - Accounting
University of the Free State
Bloemfontein01.2021
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting
University of The Free State
Bloemfontein01.2020
Grade 12 - High School
Hoerskool Birchleigh
Gauteng01.2018
Skills
Effective communication
Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
Audit and Assurance
Internal controls and risk management
Consolidated Financial Statements
PCAOB Training
Data analytics tools
Critical thinking
Leadership and collaboration skills
Constructive feedback delivery
Accomplishments
- Golden Key Top 15% 2019-2022
- Allan Gray Top Achievers 2019
- T. Roos & Kie Prize- Best BCom (Accounting) third-year student in Taxation
- Diamond League Top Achievers (2021)
- Second position in BCom Honours in Accounting 2021
- PwC Prize- Best Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting student in Taxation 2021
- PGCA Top 10 Achievers
Timeline
Senior Tax Associate
PwC
01.2026 - Current
Senior Audit Associate
PwC
01.2025 - 12.2025
Audit Associate
PwC
01.2024 - 12.2024
Advanced Taxation Academic Trainee
University Of The Free State
01.2023 - 12.2023
Volunteer Financial Accounting Marker
University of the Free State
10.2021 - 10.2021
PwC Virtual Vacation Work Student
PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC)
12.2020 - 12.2020
Basic Taxation Marker
University of the Free State
02.2020 - 07.2020
Assistant Officer- Finance Call Centre Agent
University of the Free State
01.2020 - 02.2020
Bachelor of Commerce Honours - Accounting
University of the Free State
Postgraduate Diploma - Chartered Accountancy
University of The Free State
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting
University of The Free State
Grade 12 - High School
Hoerskool Birchleigh