Tax Analyst

Collier Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Collier Recruitment is partnering with a global VAT and Indirect Tax specialist in Johannesburg to recruit an entry-level associate who will train under an experienced Account Manager. This role offers a clear route to becoming an Account Manager and rapid exposure to international clients.

Ideal for a finance or tax graduate seeking structured development, real client exposure, and a tangible progression plan in a fast-paced global business.

Qualifications

• Background in tax, finance, accounting, or a related field.
• Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfortable liaising with clients and tax authorities.
• Organised, reliable, eager to learn.
• Genuine interest in VAT and indirect tax compliance.

Responsibilities

• Assist Account Managers with VAT filings and related reports.
• Perform VAT compliance checks and data processing.
• Liaise with clients, partners, and tax authorities to handle queries.
• Draft client communications and deliver information effectively.
• Support technical research across VAT topics.
• Contribute to audit preparation and responses.
• Build and maintain client relationships.
• Support ad-hoc tasks to keep the business running smoothly.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Learner/adaptable

Interest in VAT/indirect tax

Team collaboration

Education

Finance/Accounting/Tax related degree

Job description

Johannesburg, South Africa

Our client is a global VAT and Indirect Tax Compliance specialist — combining expert-led advisory with state-of-the-art technology to simplify compliance obligations for businesses worldwide.

This is a career-track role. The goal from day one is to develop you into an Account Manager.

The Role

You'll work directly under the supervision of an experienced Account Manager, learning the full scope of VAT and indirect tax compliance from the ground up — with a clear pathway to stepping into an AM role once you've demonstrated the competency.

This is an ideal entry point for a finance or tax graduate who wants structured development, real client exposure, and a tangible progression plan in a fast-moving international business.

What You'll Be Doing

• Assist Account Managers with VAT filings — VAT returns, ECSLs, intrastate reports, and more
• Perform VAT compliance checks and data capturing, processing, and analysis
• Liaise with clients, partners, and tax authorities to handle queries and resolve issues
• Draft client communications and deliver relevant information effectively
• Assist with technical research across VAT and indirect tax topics
• Support audit preparation and responses
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, Account Managers, and internal team members
• Contribute to administrative and ad-hoc tasks that keep the business running smoothly

Requirements

• A background in tax, finance, accounting, or a related field
• Strong attention to detail and a methodical, process-driven approach
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable liaising with external parties including clients and tax authorities
• Organised, reliable, and eager to learn
• A genuine interest in VAT and indirect tax compliance