Assistant VAT and Tax Accountant

CA Financial Appointments; City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent financial services firm based in Johannesburg is seeking an Assistant Accountant (VAT & Tax) to ensure tax compliance and accurate financial reporting. Responsibilities include managing VAT submissions, reconciling reports, and advising on tax queries. Ideal candidates will have a solid tax background and attention to detail. This position offers a dynamic environment emphasizing operational success through finance.

Qualifications

• Experience in VAT submissions and reconciliations.
• Ability to handle various tax submissions.
• Knowledge of SARS requirements essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and reconcile monthly VAT reports.
• Complete and submit VAT returns.
• Review VAT processes and suggest improvements.
• Assist with income tax and PAYE submissions.
• Respond to SARS queries.

Skills

Strong tax foundation

Attention to detail

Compliance knowledge

Job description

We’re recruiting for an Assistant Accountant (VAT & Tax) to join the finance team of a large, well‑known group operating across South Africa. This role is ideal for someone with a strong tax foundation and a keen eye for compliance and detail.

Who the company is

This is a fast‑paced, structured business environment where finance plays a vital role in supporting operational success. You’ll be part of a Group Services team, helping to drive tax compliance and accurate financial reporting across multiple entities.

What the role is about

You’ll manage VAT submissions, reconciliations, and support wider tax compliance across the business. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys digging into detail, solving tax queries, and staying current with evolving SARS requirements.

What you’ll be doing

• Prepare and reconcile monthly input and output VAT reports
• Complete and submit VAT returns and ensure timely payments
• Review VAT processes across business units and suggest improvements
• Assist with income tax, provisional tax, PAYE, and other tax submissions
• Respond to SARS queries and manage supporting documents
• Support internal stakeholders with tax advice and risk mitigation