Tax Administrator

Acumen Group; Durbanville; On-site; ZAR 350 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company in Durbanville is seeking a proactive Tax Administrator to manage tax compliance and prepare various tax returns. The ideal candidate will have a relevant qualification and at least 2 years’ experience in a tax practice. Responsibilities include liaising with SARS and ensuring all tax returns are submitted accurately and on time. This position offers an opportunity to enhance in-house tax planning tools.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience within a tax practice and accounting environment.
• Ability to work independently while managing high-pressure deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit Individual, Corporate and Trust Income Tax Returns accurately.
• Complete Provisional Tax Returns bi-annually within statutory deadlines.
• Monitor and ensure tax compliance across all client portfolios.

Skills

Tax compliance

Preparation of tax returns

Communication with SARS

Tax audits

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification in Accounting or Tax

Job description

Overview

Our client is looking for a proactive Tax Administrator to bring expertise and precision to their finance team in the Northern Suburbs of Cape Town

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit Individual, Corporate and Trust Income Tax Returns accurately and timeously
• Complete Provisional Tax Returns bi-annually within statutory deadlines
• Monitor and ensure tax compliance across all client portfolios
• Liaise with SARS telephonically and via correspondence to resolve queries
• Reconcile and complete additional returns, including Income Tax Audits, Dividends Withholding Tax (DWT) returns, and Donations Tax returns
• Draft and submit Notices of Objection (NOO) and Notices of Appeal (NOA)
• Prepare and manage tax audit responses as required
• Arrange Tax Clearance Certificates, including Foreign Investment Certificates
• Prepare and file Late Estate Tax Returns
• Draft and submit applications for the waiver of interest and penalties
• Prepare and lodge repayment arrangement applications with SARS
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, including timely invoicing of tax work
• Provide tax input into Annual Financial Statements (AFS) prepared by accounting teams
• Contribute to the development and enhancement of in-house tax planning tools

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Accounting or Tax (progress toward a professional designation will be advantageous)
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience within a tax practice and accounting environment
• Ability to work independently while managing high-pressure deadlines

Should you meet the above minimum requirements, please apply through the job post or share your CV to [e-mail]

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