Senior Tax Consultant / Accountant

Network Finance; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Network Finance seeks a Senior Tax Consultant/Accountant to manage a full accounting and tax portfolio for a diverse client base. The role involves financial reporting, tax compliance, and direct liaison with SARS on behalf of clients.

You will join a dynamic team where professionalism and client-centric service are essential. Experience with entities including companies, trusts, and sole proprietors is valued, offering strong career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Accounting degree or higher diploma (non-negotiable).
• Completed articles.
• Professional affiliations with SAICA/SAIPA/ACCA/CIMA/SAIBA advantageous.
• 3–5 years’ experience in an accounting firm.

Responsibilities

• Manage a full accounting and tax portfolio.
• Perform complete accounting function through to trial balance.
• Produce monthly management reports.
• Draft annual financial statements for entities using CaseWare.
• Prepare and submit income tax returns for individuals and companies.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns for all entities.
• Provide tax and accounting advisory services to clients.
• Manage SARS correspondence and related matters.
• Submit objections and appeals via eFiling.
• Ensure compliance with tax legislation and accounting standards.
• Build and maintain client relationships.
• Travel to clients as required.
• Work under pressure to meet deadlines.

Skills

Accounting

Tax compliance

Client relations

Communication

Education

Accounting degree or higher diploma

Tools

CaseWare

Pastel

Job description

Our client is a reputable professional accounting and taxation practice that provides a comprehensive range of accounting, tax, and advisory services to a diverse client base.

This Senior Tax Consultant / Accountant role is ideal for a qualified accounting professional who enjoys managing a full portfolio of clients while taking ownership of both accounting and taxation functions. You will be responsible for financial reporting, tax compliance, client advisory services, and liaising directly with SARS on behalf of clients.

The successful candidate will join a dynamic team environment where technical knowledge, professionalism, and client-centric service are fundamental to success. This position offers exposure to a variety of entities, including companies, trusts, and sole proprietors, providing excellent career development opportunities.

If you thrive in a deadline-driven environment, enjoy solving complex tax matters, and take pride in delivering exceptional service to clients, this opportunity is for you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a full accounting and tax portfolio.
• Perform the complete accounting function through to trial balance.
• Produce monthly management reports.
• Draft annual financial statements for companies, trusts, and sole proprietors using CaseWare.
• Prepare and submit income tax returns for individuals and companies.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns for sole proprietors, companies, and trusts.
• Provide tax and accounting advisory services to clients.
• Manage and attend to SARS correspondence and related matters.
• Submit objections, appeals, suspension of debt applications, and related submissions via eFiling.
• Ensure compliance with relevant tax legislation and accounting standards.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Travel to clients when required.
• Work efficiently under pressure while managing multiple deadlines.

Job Experience and Skills Required:

• Accounting Degree or Higher Diploma (non-negotiable).
• Completed Articles.
• Professional affiliations with SAICA, SAIPA, ACCA, CIMA, or SAIBA will be advantageous.
• 3-5 years' experience within an accounting firm environment.
• Strong knowledge of tax compliance and accounting principles.
• Practical experience with SARS eFiling.
• Proficiency in CaseWare and Pastel (essential).
• Strong financial statement preparation experience.
• Excellent communication and client relationship management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Competency Requirements:

• Attention to Detail
• Client Focus
• Accountability
• Problem Solving
• Time Management
• Professional Judgement
• Team Collaboration
• Results Orientation
• Adaptability
• Communication Skills