Senior Tax Administrator

Hire Resolve; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

A top-tier accounting firm in Century City, Cape Town seeks a Tax Senior Administrator. The ideal candidate has extensive experience managing tax portfolios and ensuring compliance. Responsibilities include overseeing the tax compliance cycle, reviewing calculations, and mentoring junior staff. A Registered Tax Practitioner with deep knowledge of South African tax legislation is essential. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and the chance to work within a prestigious firm.

Qualifications

• Must be a Registered Tax Practitioner with SARS.
• 5+ years of experience in a Tax role within an Audit or Accounting Firm.
• Deep knowledge of South African tax legislation.
• B.Com or Honours in Taxation or Accounting.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full tax compliance cycle for clients.
• Review tax calculations and returns for accuracy.
• Assist with complex tax opinions and structuring advice.
• Liaise with SARS for queries and audits.
• Provide tax planning advice to clients.
• Mentor junior staff in tax and accounting.

Skills

Analytical ability

Proficiency in tax software

Expert verbal communication

Expert written communication

Education

B.Com/Honours degree in Taxation or Accounting

Tools

MS Excel

Tax software

Job description

Career Opportunity: Tax Senior Administrator

Are you a highly experienced and registered Tax Practitioner looking to step into a senior, full-time role within a top-tier accounting firm environment?

Our client, a prestigious and well-established Audit and Accounting firm, is seeking a Tax Senior Administrator to join their specialist team in Century City, Cape Town. This is a pivotal role for a senior professional ready to manage complex tax portfolios and ensure superior compliance and advisory service delivery.

Key Role Details

• Position: Tax Senior Administrator
• Location: Century City, Cape Town
• Work Style: Full-Time, On-Site
• Salary: Highly Competitive Market-Related CTC Package
• Seniority: Experienced/Qualified

What You Will Be Doing (Key Responsibilities)

• Tax Compliance Management: Oversee and manage the full tax compliance cycle for a portfolio of diverse corporate and individual clients (Income Tax, VAT, PAYE, etc.).
• Review & Quality Control: Conduct high-level review of all tax calculations, returns, and submissions prepared by junior team members, ensuring accuracy and adherence to SARS regulations and current legislation.
• Tax Advisory & Consulting: Assist partners and directors with complex tax opinions, structuring advice, and research on technical tax matters (Corporate Income Tax, Capital Gains Tax, Deferred Tax).
• Audit Support: Represent clients and liaise directly with SARS to manage and resolve queries, audits, and disputes, demonstrating expert knowledge of the Tax Administration Act.
• Client Relationship Management: Act as a primary point of contact for senior clients, providing proactive tax planning and reporting advice.
• Mentorship & Training: Provide guidance, technical training, and mentorship to junior staff within the tax and accounting departments.

Minimum Requirements

• Mandatory Qualification: Must be a Registered Tax Practitioner with SARS.
• Experience (Mandatory): Extensive, proven experience (5+ years preferred) in a dedicated Tax role within a reputable Audit or Accounting Firm environment.
• Technical Expertise: Deep and current knowledge of South African tax legislation (Income Tax Act, VAT Act, TAA).
• Education: Relevant B.Com/Honours degree in Taxation or Accounting.
• Key Skills: Exceptional analytical ability, high level of proficiency in tax software and MS Excel, and superior written and verbal communication skills.

How to Apply

If you are a capable, registered Tax Practitioner looking to take a significant senior step in your career in Century City:

• Send your comprehensive CV to the Hire Resolve team.
• Connect with Lidene Pienaar via LinkedIn today!

Contact: [e-mail] Website: www.hireresolve.co.za Reference: TaxSeniorAdmin_CCT_2025

Should you not hear back within 3-5 Business days, please deem your application as unsuccessful at this time. We will reach out directly should your profile be shortlisted, or if any similar opportunities arise that match your experience/qualifications/industry knowledge.