Senior Tax Accountant

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work opportunity

Competitive salary and bonus

Executive health and retirement perks

Professional development opportunities

Home office setup allowance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Tax Accountant to lead tax compliance and strategy from a remote position, supporting operations across South Africa. You will prepare and file returns, manage audits, and stay ahead of tax developments.

The ideal candidate has a CA(SA) or CTA, a minimum of 7 years in corporate tax accounting, strong knowledge of SA tax laws, and proven ability to work autonomously in a remote setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Taxation; CA(SA) or CTA qualification is required.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in corporate tax accounting.
• In-depth knowledge of South African tax laws, including corporate tax, VAT, and international tax.
• Experience with tax software and ERP systems.
• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and independently in a remote work environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review federal, provincial, and local income tax returns for the company.
• Manage and coordinate responses to tax audits and inquiries from tax authorities.
• Conduct tax research and provide guidance on the tax implications of business decisions and transactions.
• Develop and implement tax planning strategies to minimize tax liabilities while ensuring compliance.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant tax laws and regulations, including VAT, PAYE, and corporate taxes.
• Stay current with changes in tax legislation and advise the company accordingly.

Skills

Tax research

Tax software

ERP systems

Remote work

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Taxation

CA(SA) or CTA

Tools

Tax software

ERP systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and knowledgeable Senior Tax Accountant to lead tax compliance and strategy from a remote position, supporting their operations across South Africa . This role is critical for ensuring the company meets all its tax obligations accurately and efficiently, while also identifying opportunities for tax planning and optimization. You will be responsible for preparing and filing various tax returns, managing tax audits, and staying abreast of evolving tax legislation. The ideal candidate is a proactive professional with a deep understanding of South African tax law and a proven ability to work autonomously in a remote setting. This is an exceptional opportunity to leverage your expertise in a key strategic role within a forward-thinking organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review federal, provincial, and local income tax returns for the company.
• Manage and coordinate responses to tax audits and inquiries from tax authorities.
• Conduct tax research and provide guidance on the tax implications of business decisions and transactions.
• Develop and implement tax planning strategies to minimize tax liabilities while ensuring compliance.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant tax laws and regulations, including VAT, PAYE, and corporate taxes.
• Stay current with changes in tax legislation and advise the company accordingly.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Taxation; CA(SA) or CTA qualification is required.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in corporate tax accounting.
• In-depth knowledge of South African tax laws, including corporate tax, VAT, and international tax.
• Experience with tax software and ERP systems.
• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and independently in a remote work environment.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and bonus structure.
• Fully remote work opportunity, providing unparalleled flexibility and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive executive health, retirement, and insurance benefits.
• Significant opportunities for professional development and strategic input.
• Allowance for home office setup and connectivity.