Senior Tax Specialist – Randburg, SA | Compliance & Strategy

Placements24; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive salary and bonuses

Comprehensive medical aid and medical,

Retirement fund benefits

Generous leave allowance

Professional development opportunities

Support for further studies

Job summary

Placements24 in Randburg, Gauteng, South Africa, is seeking an experienced Tax Specialist to manage tax compliance and advisory functions for a leading multinational. The role requires deep knowledge of SA tax law and international tax principles.

You will ensure SARS compliance, optimize tax strategies, and support audits, with the opportunity to influence tax policy and work across business units in a high-performance culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Law, or Finance is required.
• Post-graduate Taxation qualification is essential.
• Minimum 5 years of corporate tax experience.
• In-depth knowledge of SA tax law and SARS practices.
• Experience with international tax and cross-border matters is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Ensure corporate tax compliance including income tax, VAT, and other taxes.
• Prepare and review tax returns and SARS submissions.
• Provide tax advice on transactions, structuring, and new initiatives.
• Conduct tax research and monitor tax law changes.
• Assist with tax audits and SARS queries.
• Develop and implement tax planning strategies.
• Identify and mitigate tax risks.
• Coordinate with external tax advisors and auditors.
• Support transfer pricing documentation and compliance.
• Contribute to tax policy development and procedures.

Skills

Analytical skills

Research skills

Problem-solving

Written and verbal communication

Independent work

Deadline management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Law, or Finance

Post-graduate qualification in Taxation (e.g., HDip Tax, MCom Tax)

Tools

Tax software proficiency

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Placements24 in Randburg, Gauteng, South Africa, is seeking an experienced Tax Specialist to manage tax compliance and advisory functions for a leading multinational. The role requires deep knowledge of SA tax law and international tax principles.

You will ensure SARS compliance, optimize tax strategies, and support audits, with the opportunity to influence tax policy and work across business units in a high-performance culture.