Senior Tax Accountant (Remote)

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybride; ZAR 900 000 - 1 500 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Remote role

Health insurance

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Tax Accountant in South Africa to join the finance team in a fully remote capacity. You will oversee tax planning, compliance, and advisory on the tax implications of business decisions, leveraging deep SA tax law knowledge and international principles.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years in tax accounting and strong analytical skills, with the ability to work independently from anywhere in SA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Accounting/Taxation is required.
• Professional qualification (e.g., CA(SA), CTA) essential.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in tax accounting and compliance.
• Extensive knowledge of SA tax law and international tax principles.
• Experience with tax software and advanced Excel.

Responsabilités

• Prepare and file federal, provincial, and local tax returns accurately and on time.
• Conduct tax research and stay updated on changes in tax legislation.
• Develop and implement tax planning strategies to minimize liabilities legally.
• Advise management on tax implications of transactions and investments.
• Manage responses to tax audits and inquiries from tax authorities.
• Ensure tax accounting policies and procedures are compliant.

Connaissances

Analytical thinking

Research skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Taxation

CTA/CA(SA) or Master's in Taxation

Outils

Tax software

Excel

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Tax Accountant to join their finance team in a fully remote capacity. This role is integral to ensuring the company's compliance with all national and international tax regulations. You will be responsible for tax planning, compliance, and advising on tax implications of business decisions. The ideal candidate is a proactive, analytical professional with deep expertise in tax law and a proven ability to manage complex tax matters independently. This is a key position for driving tax efficiency and strategy within the organization, operating from anywhere in South Africa .

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and file all federal, provincial, and local tax returns accurately and on time.
• Conduct tax research and stay updated on changes in tax legislation affecting the company.
• Develop and implement tax planning strategies to minimize tax liabilities legally.
• Advise management on the tax implications of business transactions, investments, and strategic decisions.
• Manage and coordinate responses to tax audits and inquiries from tax authorities.
• Ensure the company's tax accounting policies and procedures are up-to-date and compliant.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Taxation; a professional qualification (e.g., CA(SA), CTA, Master's in Taxation) is essential.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience specifically in tax accounting and compliance.
• Extensive knowledge of South African tax law and international tax principles.
• Experience with tax preparation software and advanced Excel skills.
• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving abilities, with excellent written and verbal communication.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote role offering complete location independence.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous provision for professional development and continuing education.
• Opportunity to shape tax strategy and make a significant impact from a distance.