Tax Manager - Pietermaritzburg

Accountancy Placements Pietermaritzburg; Pietermaritzburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional accounting firm in Pietermaritzburg is seeking a Tax Manager to supervise the tax team, manage tax audits, and train junior staff. Applicants should hold a Bachelor of Commerce degree, preferably with a postgraduate in taxation, and have 2-3 years of relevant experience. Strong computer skills and the ability to work under pressure are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years experience in a similar role is required.
• Experience should include handling tax-related queries.
• Post articles experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage the tax team.
• Handle tax, VAT and PAYE audits.
• Train tax assistants or article clerks as needed.

Skills

Excellent computer skills

Ability to meet deadlines

Innovative thinking

Education

Bachelor of Commerce Degree

Postgraduate in taxation

Job description

Responsibilities

• Supervision and management of the tax supervisor and tax assistants
• Review of work submitted
• Delegation of work to subordinates
• Handling tax, VAT and PAYE audits
• Liaising with clients and SARS regarding the above-mentioned audit assessments
• Ensuring that letters are sent to clients for payment
• Training tax assistants or article clerks when required
• Monthly billing
• Dealing with all tax-related queries that may arise

Requirements

• Bachelor of Commerce Degree
• Postgraduate in taxation would be (Advantageous)
• Preferably post articles
• 2-3 years experience in a similar role
• Excellent computer skills (MS Excel, Word, and Outlook)
• Able to meet deadlines and be innovative in a highly pressurised environment

Due to the high volume of applications received, only suitable candidates who meet the criteria of this vacancy will be contacted.