Corporate Tax Compliance Administrator

Moore South Africa; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 350 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accounting firm in Western Cape, Cape Town is seeking a Corporate Tax Compliance Administrator to support Tax Compliance Officers. The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of tax legislation and accounting principles, and experience in drafting objections and navigating the SARS system. This role requires excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail, offering a collaborative work environment and opportunities for growth within the company.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and tax legislation.
• Experience in preparing and submitting income tax returns.
• Ability to analyze discrepancies in assessments.

Responsibilities

• Provide tax services for Companies, Trusts, and Exempt Entities.
• Complete annual income tax returns for various entities.
• Attend SARS appointments and deal with client queries.

Skills

Understanding of accounting principles, tax legislation

Navigating SARS system

Experience in drafting objections

Analysing discrepancies in assessments

Proficiency in reading IFRS financial statements

Interpreting accounting information

Working knowledge of Caseware software

Knowledge of SARS e-filing

Education

Graduate or Post-Graduate Tax or Accounting Qualification

SAICA or SAIPA contract completed

PA(SA) / AGA(SA) designation

Tools

Caseware

Greatsoft or similar tax software

Job description

Corporate Tax Compliance Administrator

Job Location: Western Cape, Cape Town

Deadline: December 31, 2025

Job Advert Summary

• Moore Cape Town is part of a leading international network of accounting and consulting firms. We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our growing team as a Corporate Tax Compliance Administrator. In this role, you will provide essential support to our Tax Compliance Officers in managing a diverse portfolio of Corporate Tax clients.
• At Moore, we cultivate a collaborative and inclusive work environment that values both teamwork and individual initiative. You’ll gain exposure to a wide range of clients and work alongside experienced professionals. This opportunity offers an excellent platform for continuous learning and career development.
• Our ideal candidate has a strong foundation in corporate tax compliance for audit and SME clients (an audit background would be an advantage), bringing with them a solid understanding of accounting and tax principles. At Moore, we actively support career growth and transitions through structured training, mentorship, and exposure to diverse client engagements.
• Join us and take the next step in your tax career with opportunities to grow, contribute, and make a meaningful impact.

Minimum Requirements

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong understanding of accounting principles, tax legislation, and other relevant acts and standards
• Able to navigate the SARS system and prepare and submit returns pertaining to income tax, provisional tax and dividends tax.
• Experience in drafting objections and appeals and navigating the SARS dispute resolution channels.
• Experience in analysing discrepancies in assessments and interpreting financial data and tax implications
• Proficiency in reading and understanding financial statements prepared using IFRS for SMEs or full IFRS statements
• Able to interpret accounting information e.g. trial balances, management accounts and identify key tax risk areas
• Working knowledge of Caseware software
• Working knowledge of SARS e-filing website, as well as Greatsoft or similar tax software

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• Graduate or Post-Graduate Tax or Accounting Qualification
• SAICA or SAIPA contract completed
• PA(SA) / AGA(SA) designation or eligible to register
• At least two years in a similar role within a tax compliance department in an accountancy firm
• Audit or Assurance background would be an advantage

Personal Qualities

• Strong attention to detail
• Strong client and interpersonal relationship management skills
• Ability to thrive in a high-pressure, deadline-driven environment
• Excelling problem solving skills
• Demonstrates a strong work ethic
• Organised, systematic, and reliable

Duties and Responsibilities

• The primary focus of the position will be to provide tax services for Clients (Companies, Trusts and Exempt Entities) in the Audit as well as the Small Medium Enterprise departments.

Position Overview

• Completing annual income tax returns for companies, trusts and exempt entities
• Attending SARS appointments
• Preparation and submission of dividends tax returns
• Objecting to incorrect tax assessments
• Provisional tax compliance
• Applying for tax clearances and tax directives
• SARS dispute resolution process
• Dealing with queries from clients and SARS
• Attending to SARS verification letters

Deadline: 12th December 2025