2027 Tax Trainee_SAIT

BDO South Africa; Open Hall; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services firm is seeking Tax Trainees in Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. The trainees will gain valuable experience in preparing and submitting tax returns, compliance work, and risk identification in audits. Ideal candidates should hold a Senior Certificate and a relevant B.Com degree, with knowledge of tax legislation. This role offers essential skills development in a dynamic team environment, making it a great start for those aiming for a career in taxation.

Qualifications

• Must have a Senior Certificate and relevant B.Com degree.
• Applicants should be completing or have completed Taxation or an equivalent.
• Sound knowledge of tax legislation and tax law is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist the tax team with preparation and submission of tax returns.
• Prepare first, second, and third provisional returns.
• Calculate tax liabilities and finalise income tax.
• Manage payroll tax and VAT returns.
• Identify tax risks for audits.

Skills

Excellent communications and listening skills

Professionalism

Strong client orientation

Attention to detail

Ability to prioritize and work under pressure

Innovative and willing to share ideas

Education

Senior Certificate

Relevant B.Com degree

Completed or studying towards Taxation or equivalent

Job description

BDO Tax is looking for Tax Trainees to join their team.

Responsibilities

As part of your 3-year SAIT registered Traineeship you will get exposure to the following:

• Assist the tax team with preparation and submission of tax returns for individuals, partnerships, corporations, and trusts
• Preparation of first, second and third provisional returns
• Calculation of tax liabilities and finalisation of income tax
• Payroll tax
• VAT returns, registrations, and opinions
• Identifying tax risks for audits on a multi-disciplinary basis
• Support in conducting tax audits and investigations, liaising with tax authorities as necessary
• Draft response to SARS queries
• Write tax opinions and reports
• Demonstrate ethics and professional conduct in a tax environment
• Register taxpayers and finalise income tax, payroll tax and VAT returns in a private tax practice
• Draft memorandum and formulate responses to Alternative Dispute Resolutions
• Write tax opinions related to tax disputes, business models and investment and estate planning
• Draft VDP Applications
• Participate in research and analysis of tax legislation, regulations and case law to ensure accurate and up-to-date tax advice
• Collaborate with senior tax professionals to identify tax planning opportunities and potential risks for clients
• Draft articles
• Participate in training sessions, workshops, and professional development opportunities to enhance technical skills and industry knowledge

Qualifications

• Senior Certificate and relevant B.Com degree
• Applicants must have completed or still studying towards Taxation or equivalent
• Sound Knowledge of the Tax legislation and Tax law

Competencies

• Excellent communications and listening skills
• Professionalism
• Strong client orientation
• Attention to detail
• Creative yet organised
• Ability to prioritize and work under pressure achieving reporting deadlines
• Task driven and delivery focusedSocially aware and able to work as part of a diverse team
• Innovative and willing to share ideas for new ways of working
• Ability to work with all levels within an organization