Tax Compliance Senior Associate

Pwc Careers Africa; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services firm in Stellenbosch seeks a Tax Compliance Consultant to provide comprehensive tax compliance services. The ideal candidate will have at least 6 years of experience in tax compliance, possess a relevant degree with Taxation, and demonstrate excellent communication skills. Strong knowledge of the South African Income Tax Act and experience with SARS are essential. This role offers an engaging environment and requires attention to detail and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years' experience in tax compliance and tax administration.
• At least 3 years of experience in company tax compliance.
• Registered tax practitioner or willingness to register.

Responsibilities

• Provide tax compliance services to clients.
• Complete and submit income tax returns and assessments.
• Liaison with SARS, clients, and staff regarding tax matters.
• Ensure clients' compliance with SARS deadlines.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Detail-oriented

Strong multitasking skills

Proactive attitude towards tasks and deadlines

Sound computer literacy (MS Word, MS Excel)

Knowledge of the South African Income Tax Act

Fluency in English and Afrikaans

Education

Relevant South African degree or diploma with Taxation

Registered Tax Technician or Tax Professional

Tools

GreatSoft or similar tax database package

Job description

Role Summary We believe that challenges are better solved together.

That's why you'll join a diverse, global community of solvers.

As a Tax Compliance Consultant, you will provide tax compliance services to PwC's clients, completing all tasks efficiently, professionally, and on time to deliver high-quality service.

Qualifications / Certifications required

Relevant South African degree or diploma with Taxation as a core module Registered Tax Technician or Tax Professional (SAIT)

Experience required Minimum of 6 years' experience in tax compliance and tax administration, including 3 years' experience in company tax compliance.

Responsibilities

Tax compliance work specifically for companies Administration of provisional and final income tax returns and other SARS-related returns (companies, trusts, individuals, PBOs) Maintenance of tax clients on tax management software (GreatSoft) and SARS eFiling Completion and review of income tax returns and assessments on eFiling, managing all SARS correspondence Liaison with SARS, clients, and staff regarding assessments, objections, disputes, refunds, queries, registrations and deregistrations Follow up on outstanding SARS matters Meet with SARS on behalf of clients and PwC Ensure clients' tax compliance affairs are updated and SARS deadlines met, delivering quality services Complete and submit VDP applications Approve International Transfers (AIT) and tax compliance status requests Respond to SARS verification queries Consult clients and PwC staff on tax compliance and administration matters Support tax compliance co-team members and manager Adhere to internal risk management procedures Perform general administrative tasks Attend internal and external training and comply with annual CPD requirements

Skill sets required

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, detail-oriented, accurate, organized, capable of independent work in a team environment Strong multitasking skills and proactive attitude toward tasks and deadlines Sound computer literacy (MS Word, MS Excel, etc.) and administrative skills Experience with GreatSoft or a similar tax database package advantageous Knowledge of the South African Income Tax Act and Tax Administration Act; experience with SARS and eFiling Registered tax practitioner or willingness to register as a tax practitioner Fluency in English and Afrikaans Prepared to work overtime if required Valid driver's licence and own transport Independence requirements to be considered Standard requirements.

Travel Requirements

Up to 20% Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

No Job Posting End Date November 30,