Remote Senior Tax Accountant

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work from home

Medical and dental coverage

Retirement savings plan

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Senior Tax Accountant for a fully remote role, supporting compliance across multiple jurisdictions. You will manage complex corporate tax issues, provide strategic tax advice, and collaborate with a global team to optimize tax positions.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in corporate tax accounting, SA tax expertise, and a track record of handling international tax matters, audits, and planning in a remote environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• Professional tax qualification (CTA/CPA) is desirable.
• Minimum of 5 years in corporate tax accounting with SA and international tax exposure.
• Proven experience in preparing and filing complex tax returns.
• Deep knowledge of tax legislation, regulations and compliance requirements.
• Excellent analytical, research and problem‑solving abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in tax software and advanced Excel.
• Able to work independently in a remote setting.
• Experience working remotely is essential and demonstrates self‑motivation.
• Proactive in identifying and mitigating tax risks.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and file corporate tax returns for multiple entities.
• Conduct tax research on domestic and international issues.
• Ensure compliance with tax laws at all levels.
• Advise on tax implications of transactions and reorganizations.
• Manage tax audits and respond to inquiries from authorities.
• Develop and implement tax planning strategies.
• Stay updated on changes in tax legislation and impact.
• Liaise with external tax advisors and auditors.
• Assist in policy and procedure development.
• Provide tax support to finance and legal departments.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Tax research

Problem solving

Remote work discipline

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

CTA or CPA with tax specialization preferred

Tools

Tax preparation software

Advanced MS Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic and expanding international consulting firm, is seeking an experienced Senior Tax Accountant for a fully remote position. This role is essential for ensuring compliance with all tax regulations across multiple jurisdictions and providing expert tax advice to the organization and its clients. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of complex tax laws, exceptional analytical skills, and the ability to manage tax strategies effectively. This is a remote-first opportunity, offering significant flexibility and the chance to contribute to a global team from anywhere. The company is committed to fostering a collaborative and supportive remote work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and file corporate tax returns accurately and on time for various legal entities.
• Conduct tax research and analysis on complex domestic and international tax issues.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, provincial, and local tax laws and regulations.
• Advise on tax implications of business transactions, mergers, acquisitions, and reorganizations.
• Manage tax audits and respond to inquiries from tax authorities.
• Develop and implement tax planning strategies to optimize the company's tax position.
• Stay up-to-date with changes in tax legislation and assess their impact on the business.
• Liaise with external tax advisors and auditors.
• Assist in the development and implementation of tax policies and procedures.
• Provide tax support and guidance to other departments, such as finance and legal.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Professional tax qualification (e.g., Chartered Tax Advisor, CPA with tax specialization) is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in corporate tax accounting, with a strong focus on South African tax law and international tax principles.
• Proven experience in preparing and filing complex tax returns.
• In‑depth knowledge of tax legislation, regulations, and compliance requirements.
• Excellent analytical, research, and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in tax preparation software and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a remote setting.
• Experience working remotely is essential, demonstrating self‑motivation and excellent organizational skills.
• Proactive approach to identifying and mitigating tax risks.

Benefits

• competitive annual salary of R .
• The benefits package includes comprehensive medical and dental coverage, a retirement savings plan, and opportunities for professional development.
• Employees benefit from the flexibility and convenience of working from home, with the support of a connected and collaborative global team.
• The company values its remote employees and provides the resources needed to excel.