Senior Tax Administrator

Tumaini Consulting; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Tumaini Consulting in Cape Town seeks a Senior Tax Administrator to oversee compliance, planning and reporting, ensuring adherence to tax laws across the business.

You will prepare and review tax returns, support audits, mentor junior staff and develop strategies to minimize liabilities while staying up-to-date with regulatory changes. The role requires 3–5 years of tax experience and a degree in accounting or taxation, with strong attention to detail and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, taxation or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in tax administration with strong understanding of tax regulations and compliance.
• Experience with Company and Individual tax returns.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all tax laws and regulations.
• Develop and implement effective tax strategies to minimize tax liabilities.
• Prepare and review tax returns, financial statements and other documentation.
• Assist with tax audits and provide necessary documentation to auditors.
• Conduct research on tax issues and stay updated on changes in tax laws.
• Provide tax-related advice to management and other departments.
• Supervise and mentor junior tax staff, providing guidance and training as needed.

Skills

Tax compliance

Tax planning

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance/taxation

Job description

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Tax Administrator to join their dynamic team. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing tax compliance, planning and reporting activities to ensure the company adheres to all relevant tax laws and regulations.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with all tax laws and regulations.
• Develop and implement effective tax strategies to minimize tax liabilities.
• Prepare and review tax returns, financial statements and other documentation.
• Assist with tax audits and provide necessary documentation to auditors.
• Conduct research on tax issues and stay updated on changes in tax laws.
• Provide tax-related advice to management and other departments.
• Supervise and mentor junior tax staff, providing guidance and training as needed.

Qualifications/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance/taxation or related field.
• Minimum of 3 – 5 years of experience in tax administration with a strong understanding of tax regulations and compliance
• Experience with Company and Individual tax returns