Tax Accountant

Edge Executives; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the FMCG sector is seeking a skilled Tax Accountant to join their dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a CA(SA) or SAIT qualification, along with experience in the FMCG industry. Responsibilities include preparing tax returns, managing tax compliance, and advising on tax legislation. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to the financial integrity of the organization while ensuring compliance with local and international tax regulations.

Qualifications

• 3 – 5 years post-article experience within tax.
• Experience in FMCG industry.

Responsibilities

• Prepare annual income tax returns for all SA legal entities.
• Manage tax year-end and half-year accounting processes.
• Prepare and submit monthly VAT returns.

Skills

Knowledge of Income Tax Act

Knowledge of VAT Act

Knowledge of International Tax

Knowledge of Carbon Tax Act

Education

CA(SA)

MCom Taxation

Post Graduate Tax qualification

Job description

Our client in FMCG is looking for a Tax Accountant to join their dynamic team.

Requirements:

• CA(SA) or SAIT qualification
• MCom Taxation, Post Graduate Tax qualification
• Experience in FMCG industry
• Article experience within Audit / Assurance
• 3 – 5 years post-article experience within tax
• Knowledge of Income Tax Act, VAT Act, International Tax (Withholding taxes and transfer pricing), Carbon Tax Act

Responsibilities:

1. Prepare annual income tax returns for all SA legal entities within the Premier Group.
2. Calculate and submit provision tax returns.
3. Perform IT14SD reconciliation when filing annual income tax returns.
4. Manage tax year-end and half-year accounting processes, ensuring accurate calculation of income and deferred tax entries, and prepare supporting schedules for consolidated financial statements.
5. Prepare and submit monthly VAT returns and coordinate refunds from SARS.
6. Liaise with SARS during VAT verification processes.
7. Prepare, submit, and pay monthly withholding tax.
8. Handle annual country-by-country reporting (Master File and Local File) for the Group.
9. Monitor transfer pricing compliance quarterly for intra-group transactions.
10. Prepare and submit annual carbon tax returns and ensure timely payments.
11. Update carbon tax licenses with SARS as required.
12. Advise on new tax legislation and assess impacts (e.g., Sugar beverage levy, VAT rate changes).
13. File and pay dividend withholding tax returns and security transfer taxes.
14. Engage with tax authorities in SADC countries to assist foreign subsidiaries during audits.
15. Advise on local and international tax implications, including transfer pricing methodologies.
16. Conduct training to ensure accurate input VAT on transactions.
17. Stay updated on IFRS standards and assess tax effects on the Group.
18. Handle monthly IFRS 16 lease accounting.
19. Participate in some accounting functions as needed.
20. Prepare working papers for disclosure notes in the Group’s consolidated financial statements.