Group Tax Accountant - Generalist

Fidelity Services Group; Roodepoort; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the financial services industry seeks a Group Tax Accountant to manage tax planning and compliance. The ideal candidate will hold an Honor's degree in taxation and have over 3 years of tax accounting experience. Responsibilities include preparing tax returns, ensuring compliance with tax laws, and analyzing financial data to report findings. This role requires strong analytical skills and proficiency in tax software and Microsoft Excel.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in tax accounting.
• Strong knowledge of tax laws and regulations.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and file income tax returns, VAT returns, and PAYE returns.
• Assist in tax planning and strategy development.
• Ensure compliance with all tax laws.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Honor's degree in taxation

Registered tax practitioner

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Tax software

Job description

Job title : Group Tax Accountant - Generalist

Job Location : Gauteng, Roodepoort Deadline : July 16, 2025 Quick Recommended Links

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Job Summary :

• We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Group Tax Accountant to join our finance team. The Group Tax Accountant will be responsible for managing tax planning, compliance, and reporting for our organization and its subsidiaries. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of tax laws and regulations, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work well in a team environment.

Key Responsibilities :

• Prepare and file income tax returns, VAT returns, PAYE and ETI returns, as well as any other tax related returns for the organisation and its subsidiaries.
• Assist in tax planning and strategy development to minimise tax liabilities and to utilise any assessed losses.
• Ensure compliance with all tax laws and regulations.
• Communicate with internal / external auditors and tax authorities as needed.
• Analyse financial data to determine tax implications and report findings to management.
• Maintain accurate tax records and documentation.
• Provide support and training to other departments on all tax-related matters.

Qualifications :

• Honor's degree in taxation.
• Registered tax practitioner
• 3+ years of experience in tax accounting.
• Strong knowledge of tax laws and regulations.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in SAP, tax software and Microsoft Excel.