Tax Manager

KPMG-SouthAfrica; Durban; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm based in Durban is seeking a qualified Tax Manager. The role encompasses tax consulting, team management, and direct client interactions to deliver high-quality service. Candidates must have a solid understanding of tax laws and be capable of producing accurate technical work. A BCom or equivalent and strong interpersonal skills are essential for success. This position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in tax consulting.
• Strong academic background required.

Responsibilities

• Manage the team and resources effectively.
• Deliver high-quality services to clients.
• Draft technically correct opinions and reports.
• Identify problems and provide solutions.

Skills

Good report writing

Numerical skills

Management

Client liaison

Communication skills

Time management

Problem solving

Education

BCom, LLB, CA (SA), HDip (Tax)

Higher qualification in Tax

Job description

Overview

Title: Tax Manager

Business Unit: Tax Management Services (Durban)

Reporting to: Directors

Purpose of the Job: To be proactive in all aspects of tax consulting

Responsibilities

• Good report writing and numerical skills
• Management of the team
• Delegation to and managing of junior resources
• Initial review support and guidance to junior resources
• Service delivery to clients
• Directly liaising with clients
• Providing high quality deliverables to clients
• Identifying opportunities at existing clients
• Tax Accrual Review experience
• SARS compliance experience
• Produce accurate work to a high technical standard
• Draft technically correct opinions and reports for review
• Interpret and apply theoretical knowledge to a practical business solution by utilising a sound knowledge of basic income tax and corporate law
• Prioritise the workload and meet required deadlines
• Gather information from different sources by using effective research tools.
• Assist with the research and preparation of proposals
• Identify problems on client guidance and use various tools and techniques to provide suggestions on how to solve them
• Build credibility with colleagues and clients by using effective communication skills
• Contribute effectively to the discussions around work and actively participate in generating creative ideas and thoughts
• Adapt to a changing work environment and accommodate changing client demands
• Facilitate teamwork by sharing knowledge with others on a regular basis and actively asking questions in order to achieve personal and work goals
• Have a general knowledge of all taxes (Income Tax, Value Added Tax, Employees Tax and International Tax

Critical Interpersonal and other skills

• Needs to have drive and enthusiasm
• Able to demonstrate a sound technical ability and knowledge of relevant legislation
• Good interpersonal skills
• Good presentation skills
• Good numerical skills
• Able to communicate at all levels
• Effective time management skills
• Able to deliver to tight time scales
• Able to adapt to different working environment

Qualifications and experience

• BCom, LLB, CA (SA), HDip (Tax) or related degrees
• Higher qualification in Tax (an advantage)
• Strong academic background