Tax Manager

University of Fort Hare; Kariega, Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution is seeking a Tax Manager for their team in Port Elizabeth. The role involves supervising tax department staff, advising on compliance issues, and managing the workflow of tax-related projects. Ideal candidates should possess a minimum of 5 years of experience in a tax environment, relevant qualifications, and a strong understanding of tax laws. This position offers a market-related salary that is negotiable.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a tax environment.
• Registered Tax Practitioner or eligibility to be registered.
• Working knowledge of the Income Tax Act and Tax Administration Act.

Responsibilities

• Assist with supervision of tax department staff.
• Advise on tax compliance-related issues.
• Manage the flow of work and ensure quality delivery.

Skills

Computer literacy

Ability to interpret and apply tax laws

Microsoft Office

Education

Grade 12 with accounting

Tax or other relevant qualifications

Tools

GreatSoft

SARS E-Filing

LexisNexis

Job description

Overview

Banking / Finance / Investment / Insurance / Stockbroking

finance

Monthly Cost To Company (Market related, Negotiable)

Our client is seeking a Tax Manager for their team in Port Elizabeth.

Location

Port Elizabeth

Requirements

• Grade 12 with accounting as a subject
• Tax or other relevant qualifications
• Decent track record of work experience (5 years)
• Experience in a tax environment is essential
• Registered Tax Practitioner or eligibility to be registered
• Computer literacy
• Ability to interpret and apply the Income Tax Act, Tax Administration Act and VAT Act for various tax related projects.
• Ability to work meticulously with minimum supervision
• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook Express)
• GreatSoft
• SARS E-Filing
• Working knowledge of the Income Tax Act and the Tax Administration Act
• Working knowledge of the SARS dispute resolution process
• LexisNexis (A fair understanding would be advantageous)

About

Assisting with the supervision of the tax department staff. Advise staff on tax compliance-related issues. Assist the tax manager with the research of tax information, processing of tax queries, and liaising with SARS. To assist with the management of the flow of work and ensure quality delivery of work outputs of tax staff in relation to audits, income tax returns, provisional tax returns, Tax Ombud complaints, objections, appeals and tax exemption applications. Assist tax manager with the dispute resolution process and responsible for the follow-up of all disputes.