Senior Tax Accountant

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 94,000 - 136,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Tax Accountant for our Kimberley client, offering a hybrid work model with in-office collaboration and remote flexibility. The role covers corporate tax compliance, planning, and advisory services for a diverse client base in South Africa and beyond.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years of corporate tax experience, CA(SA) or SAIT, strong SARS knowledge, and excellent client-facing and mentoring skills. This is a high-impact role in a global firm environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Taxation, or Law is required.
• Master’s/CTA is highly advantageous.
• Professional qualification such as CA(SA) or SAIT is required.
• Minimum 6 years' experience in corporate tax.
• Strong knowledge of SA tax legislation and SARS practices.
• Experience with tax research software and advanced Excel.
• Excellent communication and client-management skills.
• Ability to work in hybrid environment.
• Mentoring junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review corporate income tax returns, provisional tax, and other tax filings.
• Provide tax planning and advisory services to clients on various tax matters.
• Ensure compliance with all South African tax legislation, including SARS regulations.
• Analyze the tax implications of business transactions, mergers, and acquisitions.
• Conduct tax research and stay updated on changes in tax laws and regulations.
• Manage client relationships, acting as a primary point of contact for tax queries.
• Assist with tax audits and respond to queries from tax authorities.
• Develop strategies to optimize clients' tax positions while ensuring compliance.
• Mentor and guide junior tax accountants.
• Contribute to the development of tax service offerings and best practices.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Client management

Problem solving

Hybrid work capability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Master's/CTA advantageous

CA(SA) or SAIT required

Tools

Tax research software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent international consulting firm with offices in Kimberley, Northern Cape , is seeking a highly experienced Senior Tax Accountant. This role operates on a hybrid model, offering a blend of essential in-office collaboration and remote flexibility. The Senior Tax Accountant will be responsible for managing complex tax compliance, planning, and advisory services for a diverse client base. This includes preparing corporate tax returns, advising on tax implications of business decisions, and ensuring compliance with all relevant tax legislation in South Africa and potentially other jurisdictions. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of tax law, strong analytical skills, and excellent client-facing abilities. You will play a key role in minimizing tax liabilities for clients and ensuring adherence to all regulatory requirements. Working within our Kimberley office provides direct access to a supportive team and client engagement opportunities, while remote work allows for focused analytical tasks. Our client is dedicated to fostering a challenging yet rewarding professional environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review corporate income tax returns, provisional tax, and other tax filings.


• Provide tax planning and advisory services to clients on various tax matters.


• Ensure compliance with all South African tax legislation, including SARS regulations.


• Analyze the tax implications of business transactions, mergers, and acquisitions.


• Conduct tax research and stay updated on changes in tax laws and regulations.


• Manage client relationships, acting as a primary point of contact for tax queries.


• Assist with tax audits and respond to queries from tax authorities.


• Develop strategies to optimize clients' tax positions while ensuring compliance.


• Mentor and guide junior tax accountants.


• Contribute to the development of tax service offerings and best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Taxation, or Law;


• a Master's degree or CTA is highly advantageous.


• Professional qualification such as CA(SA) or SAIT is required.


• Minimum of 6 years of experience in corporate tax compliance and advisory.


• In-depth knowledge of South African tax legislation and SARS practices.


• Experience with tax research software and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.


• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.


• Excellent communication, negotiation, and client management skills.


• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, managing tasks both in-office and remotely.


• Proactive approach to identifying tax planning opportunities and risks.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary package, comprehensive medical aid, and retirement benefits. Employees benefit from a flexible hybrid work arrangement, promoting a healthy work-life balance. Opportunities for continuous professional development, international exposure, and career advancement within a global firm are significant. You will work with a variety of clients and gain exposure to complex tax issues. Our client values expertise and provides a supportive and collaborative work environment in Kimberley .