Tax Manager

SET Recruitment Consultants; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

SET Recruitment Consultants Cape Town is seeking an experienced Tax Manager to lead its tax function within a well-established wealth management and financial services firm. The role will oversee all tax compliance, manage a dedicated team, and work with a diverse client portfolio.

You will drive the preparation and submission of tax returns, liaise with SARS, stay compliant with evolving tax laws, and mentor the tax team to deliver practical solutions and high service standards.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Taxation, Accounting or related field.
• Professional membership with SAIT or another recognised professional tax or accounting body.
• Minimum of 5 years' practical tax experience.
• Previous experience within an accounting or audit practice is essential.
• Comprehensive knowledge of South African tax legislation and major tax compliance types.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines independently.
• Previous experience leading or supervising a tax team.
• Strong working knowledge of SARS eFiling and tax administration processes.
• Excellent analytical, communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of the tax department.
• Oversee the preparation, review and submission of all tax compliance matters, including Individual, Company and Trust Income Tax; Provisional Tax; VAT; PAYE; Dividends Tax; Capital Gains Tax; and other SARS obligations.
• Review tax calculations, assessments and reconciliations to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Liaise with SARS regarding audits, verifications, objections, disputes and general tax matters.
• Stay abreast of changes in tax legislation and ensure clients remain compliant with current regulations.
• Manage departmental workflow, allocate work effectively and ensure deadlines are consistently met.
• Mentor, coach and develop members of the tax team.
• Foster strong client relationships by delivering exceptional service and practical tax solutions.
• Identify opportunities to improve internal processes and operational efficiencies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

SAIT membership or recognised professional tax/accounting body

Tools

SARS eFiling

Tax compliance software

Job description

Tax Manager

Location: Cape Town, Western Cape

Employment Type: Permanent

Are you an experienced tax professional looking to take the next step in your career?

Our client, a well-established mid-sized wealth management and financial services firm based in Cape Town, is seeking an experienced Tax Manager to lead its tax function. This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected organization where you'll oversee a broad range of tax compliance services, manage a dedicated team, and work with a diverse portfolio of clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of the tax department.


• Oversee the preparation, review and submission of all tax compliance matters, including:
  
  
  
  • Individual, Company and Trust Income Tax
  
  
  • Provisional Tax
  
  
  • VAT
  
  
  • PAYE
  
  
  • Dividends Tax
  
  
  • Capital Gains Tax
  
  
  • Other SARS tax compliance obligations
  
  
  
  


• Review tax calculations, assessments and reconciliations to ensure accuracy and compliance.


• Liaise with SARS regarding audits, verifications, objections, disputes and general tax matters.


• Stay abreast of changes in tax legislation and ensure clients remain compliant with current regulations.


• Manage departmental workflow, allocate work effectively and ensure deadlines are consistently met.


• Mentor, coach and develop members of the tax team.


• Foster strong client relationships by delivering exceptional service and practical tax solutions.


• Identify opportunities to improve internal processes and operational efficiencies.

Minimum Requirements

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Taxation, Accounting or a related field.


• Professional membership with SAIT or another recognised professional tax or accounting body.


• Minimum of 5 years' practical tax experience.


• Previous experience within an accounting or audit practice is essential.


• Comprehensive knowledge of South African tax legislation and all major tax compliance types.


• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines independently.


• Previous experience leading or supervising a tax team.


• Strong working knowledge of SARS eFiling and tax administration processes.


• Excellent analytical, communication and interpersonal skills.


• High level of accuracy, professionalism and attention to detail.

What's on Offer

• Join a reputable and growing wealth management and financial services business.


• Work in a collaborative and professional environment.


• Lead an established tax function with opportunities to make a meaningful impact.


• Competitive salary package based on qualifications and experience.