Finance Specialist (Tax)

CA Financial Appointments; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

CA Financial Appointments in Stellenbosch is seeking a CA(SA) or tax-qualified finance professional to lead local and international tax and complex accounting matters for growing cross-border operations. You will advise on cross-border structuring, coordinate tax incentives, and work with external auditors, SARS, and leadership to shape market entry.

This specialist role requires 3–5 years post-articles experience, IFRS knowledge, and proficiency with ERP systems like Sage, plus strong Excel

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of post-articles experience in accounting, tax and financial management
• Strong practical experience in South African and international tax
• Experience preparing and reviewing annual financial statements (AFS) and working with external auditors
• Solid knowledge of direct and indirect tax legislation and cross-border considerations
• Strong technical accounting knowledge, including IFRS and deferred tax
• Ability to research complex matters and turn findings into practical business advice

Responsibilities

• Manage South African and international tax compliance, including corporate income tax and VAT
• Coordinate annual Research and Development tax incentive claims with external consultants
• Advise on tax treaties, cross-border transactions, permanent establishment and transfer pricing
• Engage with SARS and support engagement with foreign tax authorities and external advisors
• Review tax opinions, track legislative changes and identify tax risks and opportunities
• Prepare and review annual financial statements and deferred tax calculations under IFRS
• Provide technical guidance on foreign exchange, revenue recognition and cross-border arrangements
• Support planning and management of external statutory audits, including packs and schedules
• Assist with month-end and year-end reporting, intercompany accounting and reconciliations
• Contribute tax and financial insight to budgeting, forecasting and strategic decisions

Skills

Tax expertise

Cross-border advisory

IFRS knowledge

Audit liaison

Analytical thinking

Education

CA(SA) or postgraduate tax qualification

Tools

Sage

Excel

Job description

Ready to own tax and technical accounting across borders? My client in the technology space is looking for a CA(SA) or tax-qualified finance professional to help their growing international business operate with confidence in every market it enters.

Why join this team?

This is a true specialist role. You'll be the go-to expert on local and international tax and complex accounting matters, working closely with the Finance Manager and senior leadership. Your advice will shape how the business enters new markets, structures transactions and makes key decisions.

What you will be doing:

• Manage South African and international tax compliance, including corporate income tax, VAT, payroll taxes and foreign tax obligations
• Coordinate annual Research and Development tax incentive claims with external consultants
• Advise on tax treaties, cross-border transactions, permanent establishment, transfer pricing and market entry
• Engage with SARS and support engagement with foreign tax authorities and external advisors
• Review tax opinions, track legislative changes and identify tax risks and opportunities
• Prepare and review annual financial statements and deferred tax calculations under IFRS
• Provide technical guidance on foreign exchange, revenue recognition, project accounting and cross-border arrangements
• Support the planning and management of external statutory audits, including audit packs and schedules
• Assist with month-end and year-end reporting, intercompany accounting, reconciliations and financial controls
• Contribute tax and financial insight to budgeting, forecasting and strategic decisions

What we are looking for:

• CA(SA), or a finance graduate with a postgraduate tax qualification (essential)
• 3 - 5 years' relevant post-articles experience in accounting, tax and financial management
• Strong practical experience in South African and international tax
• Experience preparing and reviewing AFS and working with external auditors
• Solid knowledge of direct and indirect tax legislation and cross-border considerations
• Strong technical accounting knowledge, including IFRS, foreign exchange and deferred tax
• Ability to research complex matters and turn findings into practical business advice
• Proficiency in Sage or a similar ERP system, with strong Excel skills
• Proactive, analytical and solution-focused, with high attention to detail
• Strong integrity, professional judgement and a commercial mindset
• A collaborative team player with genuine intellectual curiosity

What is in it for you:

• Opportunity to work with growing international business
• Broad exposure to local and international tax, accounting and cross-border matters
• Professional growth and development opportunities