Tax Compliance Supervisor or Tax Manager

The Legends Agency; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A tax advisory firm in Gqeberha is seeking a Tax Compliance Supervisor to oversee tax staff and manage compliance processes. This role involves advising clients on tax queries and liaising with SARS. The ideal candidate has a minimum of 5 years' experience in a tax environment and the ability to interpret tax laws. The position requires strong interpersonal and numeric skills and offers a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in a tax environment.
• Strong knowledge of tax compliance and law interpretation.
• Proven track record liaising with SARS.

Responsibilities

• Supervise tax staff.
• Assist with complex tax return completion.
• Manage provisional tax and deadlines.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Numeric skills

Ability to interpret tax laws

Education

Grade 12 with accounting

Tax or relevant qualifications with 5 years' experience

Registered Tax Practitioner or eligible

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

GreatSoft

SARS E-Filing

Job description

Tax Compliance Supervisor or Tax Manager

About the job: Tax Compliance Supervisor or Tax Manager

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Tax Compliance Supervisor

Department: Tax Department

Reports to: Tax Manager and/or Tax Director

Purpose of the role:

Assist in supervising tax department staff, advise on tax compliance issues, research tax information, process queries, liaise with SARS, and manage work flow to ensure quality outputs related to audits, tax returns, disputes, and exemptions. Support dispute resolution and follow-up processes.

Academic Qualifications:

• Grade 12 with accounting
• Tax or relevant qualifications with 5 years' experience
• Essential experience in a tax environment
• Registered Tax Practitioner or eligible

Skills and Competencies:

• Interpersonal and numeric skills
• Ability to interpret tax laws (Income Tax Act, Tax Administration Act, VAT Act)
• Meticulous work with minimal supervision

Experience:

• Liaising with SARS (proven track record)
• Strong knowledge of tax compliance and law interpretation

Computer Packages:

• Microsoft Office Suite
• GreatSoft
• SARS E-Filing
• Knowledge of Income Tax Act and Tax Administration Act
• Familiarity with SARS dispute resolution and LexisNexis advantageous

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supervise tax staff
• Assist with complex tax return completion
• Manage provisional tax and deadlines
• Oversee dispute resolution processes
• Advise clients on tax queries
• Prepare and review tax calculations and returns
• Communicate with SARS and manage documentation
• Support compliance officers and resolve tax disputes
• Handle tax exemption applications
• Coordinate SARS visits and appointments
• Log and monitor tax queries for directors
• Manage SAIT learners' training
• Report progress in monthly meetings
• Ensure compliance with quality management and conduct policies

Level of Independence:

Work independently under supervision, supporting the tax manager in administrative and work processes.