Senior Tax Consultant & Accountant - Planning & Compliance

Skillsgro; Durban; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 580,000; Full time

Job summary

Skillsgro in Durban is seeking a Senior Tax Consultant / Accountant to join our dynamic team. The role involves tax planning, compliance, and advisory services to clients, and preparing and analysing financial statements and tax returns in line with tax laws and regulations.

The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years’ experience in an accounting firm, be proficient with CaseWare and Pastel, and hold an Accounting degree or higher diploma. Travel to clients and meeting deadlines are required.

Qualifications

• Accounting degree or higher diploma is required.
• Completed Articles.
• Affiliations to SAICA/SAIPA/ACC/CIMA/SAIBA preferred.
• Pastel and CaseWare experience imperative.

Responsibilities

• Manage full accounting and tax function portfolio.
• Prepare monthly management reports.
• Draft annual financial statements for companies, trusts, and sole proprietors using CaseWare.
• Prepare income tax returns and VAT returns.
• Attend SARS correspondence and respond to notices.
• Travel to clients as needed.

Skills

Tax planning

Tax compliance

Advisory services

Financial statement preparation

Education

Accounting Degree or Higher Diploma

Tools

CaseWare

Pastel

Job description

Skillsgro in Durban is seeking a Senior Tax Consultant / Accountant to join our dynamic team. The role involves tax planning, compliance, and advisory services to clients, and preparing and analysing financial statements and tax returns in line with tax laws and regulations.

The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years’ experience in an accounting firm, be proficient with CaseWare and Pastel, and hold an Accounting degree or higher diploma. Travel to clients and meeting deadlines are required.