Tax Accountant

Corporate Placements; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Tax Accountant in Cape Town. The candidate will provide guidance on tax implications, support group tax projects, and ensure compliance with regulations. Preferred qualifications include a postgraduate degree in accounting and experience in a multinational organization. Strong organizational and Excel skills are essential. This role offers opportunities within a dynamic financial environment.

Qualifications

• 3 years' experience in a tax role preferred.
• 3 years' experience in a multinational organisation, accounting firm, or financial institution preferred.
• 3 years' experience in managing tax projects and audits preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance on tax implications of business decisions.
• Calculate and provide for tax numbers in the financial statements.
• Prepare and file required tax returns in a timely manner.

Skills

Strong organisation skills

Strong numeric skills

Strong communication skills

Strong Excel skills

Education

Post Graduate Honours Degree or Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting

Registered tax practitioner / professional tax certification

Tools

Oracle Financials

Job description

Duties & Responsibilities

Our client is seeking a Tax Accountant to join their team.

• Provide guidance on the tax implications of business decisions and transactions, ensuring alignment with the company's overall objectives.
• Provide support to the Group in respect of group ad hoc tax planning projects.
• Calculate and provide for tax numbers and disclosures in the Financial Statements.
• Support the reporting team on Group reporting, including consolidated Financial Statements.
• Engage local auditors and external service providers on tax accounting calculations and tax reporting.
• Undertake VAT and other tax reconciliations, advising on adjustments and financial impact.
• Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and tax regulations.
• Ensure tax compliance across the business.
• Maintain a comprehensive understanding of relevant jurisdictions local and international tax laws and regulations.
• Accurately prepare and file required tax returns in a timely manner.
• Review tax provision and tax compliance process.
• Prepare tax returns and ensure that all direct taxes (including company tax) and indirect taxes (VAT and annual returns) are filed within relevant timeframes.

Desired Experience & Qualification

• Post Graduate Honours Degree or Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting Chartered Accountant or SAIPA registered (Preferred)
• 3 Years' Experience in a Tax role (Preferred)
• 3 Years' Experience in a multinational organisation, accounting firm, or financial institution (Preferred)
• 3 Years' Experience in managing tax projects, tax audits, and providing tax advice (Preferred)
• Registered tax practitioner / professional tax certification (Advantageous)
• Strong organisation, numeric and communication skills
• Strong Excel skills
• Experience in Oracle Financials preferable.

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