TAX/ FINANCE CLERK ( ACCOUNTING FIRM)

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Job summary

An accounting firm in East London is seeking a proactive Tax Clerk to support their tax department. Responsibilities include preparing and filing tax documents, ensuring compliance with local tax laws, and liaising with clients. Ideal candidates should have Grade 12 and relevant experience in a tax role, alongside strong communication and detail-oriented skills.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a tax or accounting role required.
• High level of integrity when handling confidential information.
• Knowledge of local tax legislation and filing procedures.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and lodging tax returns for individuals, companies, and trusts.
• Liaising with clients to gather information for tax return preparations.
• Responding to SARS queries and uploading necessary information.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Proficiency in Excel

Education

Grade 12

Tools

Pastel

SARS e-filing

SAR easy filé

Job description

TAX/FINANCE CLERK (ACCOUNTING FIRM)

Recruiter:

Work Africa

Job Ref:

3759453166

Date posted:

Wednesday, June 4, 2025

Location:

East London, South Africa

SUMMARY:

POSITION INFO:

TAX CLERK / EAST LONDON - Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Tax Clerk to join their dynamic accounting firm. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the tax department with the preparation, filing, and maintenance of tax records and documentation. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow their career in tax and accounting within a professional services environment.

Requirements:

Grade 12

Previous experience in a tax or accounting role

Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Proficient in Microsoft Office (especially Excel); experience with tax software is a plus

Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, and work independently or as part of a team.

High level of integrity and professionalism when handling confidential information.

Knowledge of local tax legislation and filing procedures.

Must be proficient in Pastel, SARS e-filing and SAR easy filé

Responsibilities:

Preparing and lodging of the following returns

Individual (IT12)

Company (IT14)

Trust (IT12TR)

Provisional Taxes (IRP6)

EMP501 employer reconciliations

Liaising with clients to collate information needed to prepare the tax returns

Filing and other adhoc duties

Tax, PAYE, VAT registrations

Check and agree tax assessment to submissions

Responding to SARS queries and uploading of information

Scheduling and attending appointments with SARS

Salary – R12 - R15k (depending on experience)

APPLICATION PROCESS: Online applications will receive preference, ensure you upload a head and shoulder photo, alternatively e-mail CV with matric certificate and recent head and shoulder photo to , ensure you use “TAXCLERK" as a reference in the subject field. Please deem your application as unsuccessful if you receive no feedback after 4 weeks.