Tax Compliance Senior Associate 2

PwC; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tax and consulting firm is seeking a Tax Compliance Specialist in Bloemfontein. You will provide Income Tax and VAT services, manage tax assignments, and ensure client compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates will possess a relevant degree, demonstrate strong analytical skills, and be fully bilingual in Afrikaans and English or English-speaking. This position offers opportunities to work in a dynamic environment focused on client relationships and team management.

Qualifications

• Graduated with relevant education.
• Completed training contract.
• Proactive, independent, and precise in work delivery.

Responsibilities

• Liaising with colleagues and clients to provide tax consulting services.
• Managing a range of tax assignments reporting to managers and directors.
• Conducting IT and VAT-related research.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Prioritization

Problem-solving

Education

Relevant education degree

Job description

Summary

At PwC, our tax services team focuses on providing advice and guidance to clients on tax planning, compliance, and strategy. These professionals help businesses navigate complex tax regulations and optimize their tax positions.

Tax compliance specialists at PwC will focus on validating clients' compliance with tax laws and regulations. Responsibilities include reviewing and analyzing financial data, preparing and filing tax returns, and assisting businesses in meeting their tax obligations while minimizing risks of non-compliance.

We emphasize building meaningful client relationships, managing and inspiring teams, and navigating increasingly complex situations. Our professionals grow their personal brand, deepen technical expertise, and develop awareness of their strengths. They anticipate the needs of their teams and clients, deliver quality work, and embrace ambiguity by asking questions and viewing uncertainties as growth opportunities.

Key skills, knowledge, and experiences include but are not limited to:

• Responding effectively to diverse perspectives, needs, and feelings of others.
• Using a broad range of tools, methodologies, and techniques to generate ideas and solve problems.
• Applying critical thinking to analyze complex concepts.
• Understanding the broader objectives of projects and how individual work fits into overall strategy.
• Developing a deeper understanding of the changing business context.
• Using reflection to develop self-awareness, enhance strengths, and address development areas.
• Interpreting data to inform insights and recommendations.
• Upholding professional and technical standards, including PwC's tax and audit guidance, the firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.

Main Purpose

The role involves providing Income Tax and VAT services. The individual may also be involved in payroll administration and general tax compliance services.

Key Performance Areas

• Liaising with colleagues and clients to provide tax consulting services.
• Managing a range of tax assignments reporting to managers and directors.
• Performing IT and VAT reviews and audit documentation as part of statutory audits.
• Conducting IT and VAT-related research.
• Interpreting IT and VAT legislation.
• Liaising with SARS and handling queries raised by SARS.
• Implementing methodologies, standards, and processes to ensure quality.
• Identifying opportunities and understanding the business context.
• Complying with risk management procedures.
• Billing clients for work performed.

Requirements

• Graduated with relevant education.
• Completed training contract.
• Motivated individuals passionate about tax.
• Commercial awareness and business acumen.
• Ability to provide solutions to business problems.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritize and work under pressure.
• Excellent organization and time management skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple assignments.
• Fully bilingual in Afrikaans and English or English-speaking.
• Proactive, independent, and precise in work delivery.