Tax Accountant

Truworths; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A retail company in South Africa is looking for an experienced Tax Accountant to manage tax compliance, provide strategic tax advice, and strengthen tax controls. The ideal candidate has a BCom with postgraduate specialization in Taxation, at least 5-8 years of tax experience, and proficiency in Microsoft Office and Excel. This role offers opportunities for professional growth while contributing to various tax advisory projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-8 years' relevant tax experience.
• Multi-jurisdictional or multi-disciplinary experience an advantage.
• Retail Industry experience would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assume ownership of complex corporate tax and VAT returns.
• Deliver robust deferred tax calculations.
• Advise on cross-border tax matters.
• Strengthen tax controls and align with governance objectives.
• Support internal tax audits and litigation processes.
• Contribute to board-level reporting and compliance reviews.

Skills

Tax compliance

Tax reporting processes

Analytical thinking

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Advanced Excel skills

Education

BCom degree with postgraduate specialization in Taxation

Job description

Closing Date 2025/11/28

Reference Number TRU250829-1

Job Title Tax Accountant

Business Area Finance

Job Type Permanent

Workplace Type On-site

Location - Country South Africa

Location - Province Western Cape

Location - Town / City Cape Town

We are seeking an experienced and technically grounded tax specialist to join our team and play a pivotal role in shaping tax compliance, strategy, and risk management across multiple jurisdictions.

This role is ideal for a tax professional with demonstrated expertise in Direct, Indirect, or International tax, and who is ready to bridge the technical with the strategic, providing end-to-end solutions that support both statutory compliance and advisory excellence.

If you are an experienced tax professional with demonstrable multi-disciplinary expertise intax, and wish to work at the intersection of technical delivery and strategic input, we invite you to bring your voice to our evolving tax narrative.

Key Responsibilities

• Assume ownership of complex corporate tax and VAT returns, as well as tax advisory deliverables across multiple jurisdictions.
• Deliver robust deferred tax calculations and prepare IFRS-aligned tax disclosures for financial reporting.
• Advise on cross-border tax matters, including effects of various transaction, transfer pricing, and international tax developments.
• Strengthen and embed tax controls, ensuring alignment with group governance objectives.
• Support internal tax audits, revenue authority engagements, and litigation processes.
• Contribute to board-level reporting, including risk management disclosures and statutory compliance reviews.
• Perform research of tax related matters affecting the Group for discussion at the Tax Forum.

This role provides a structured pathway for technical and professional growth, including:

• Contribute to a technical centre of excellence, leading subject matter research on key jurisdictions or tax types.
• Deliver technical training to internal stakeholders and broader finance teams.
• Lead cross-border tax consultations and engagements with group companies.
• Draft and refine tax policy notes, procedures, and internal guidance to uplift compliance maturity.

Qualifications and Experience

Education

• BCom degree with a postgraduate specialisation in Taxation or Accounting (e.g. Honours)

Experience

• Minimum 5-8 years' relevant tax experience,
• Multi-jurisdictional or multi-disciplinary experience an advantage,
• Retail Industry experience would be advantageous.

Skills

• Solid understanding of tax compliance and reporting processes, including a working knowledge of applicable tax legislation.
• Keen interest in tax accounting, Ability to build or review deferred tax schedules, analyse temporary differences, and apply tax rates accurately.
• Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Access), with advanced Excel skills essential.

Attributes

• Passionate about tax.
• Team-oriented with a collaborative mindset.
• Self-starter, highly motivated and able to manage tasks independently.
• Capable of working under pressure and meeting tight deadlines.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Positive energy, professionalism, and a solution-driven approach.