Senior Tax Specialist: VAT, Compliance & Planning

JVR Software; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 450,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

JVR Software is seeking a Tax Accountant to manage corporate tax compliance and reporting for a South African operation. The role covers tax calculations, VAT reconciliations, and collaboration with SARS and external advisors.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of tax accounting experience, strong knowledge of SA tax legislation, and advanced Excel skills. This position requires attention to detail and strong communication within finance teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years’ tax accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of South African tax legislation.
• Experience with corporate tax, VAT and compliance reporting.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage corporate tax compliance and reporting activities
• Prepare and review tax calculations and submissions
• Ensure accuracy of VAT returns and reconciliations
• Assist with tax planning and risk management initiatives
• Support financial statement tax disclosures
• Liaise with SARS and external advisors when required
• Assist with audits and tax reviews
• Monitor legislative changes and assess business impact
• Identify opportunities to improve tax processes and controls
• Provide tax-related support to finance and operational teams

Skills

Tax accounting

SA tax law

Corporate tax

VAT compliance

Excel

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

BCom Accounting

Postgraduate Tax

SAICA Articles

Job description

JVR Software is seeking a Tax Accountant to manage corporate tax compliance and reporting for a South African operation. The role covers tax calculations, VAT reconciliations, and collaboration with SARS and external advisors.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of tax accounting experience, strong knowledge of SA tax legislation, and advanced Excel skills. This position requires attention to detail and strong communication within finance teams.