Tax Manager / Specialist

The Talent Room; Knysna; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative accounting firm in South Africa is seeking a detail-oriented Tax Manager or Tax Specialist. The ideal candidate will manage tax compliance and consulting services while leading a team. This role involves expert client interactions, ensuring tax engagements adhere to local laws, and identifying tax-saving opportunities. A Bachelor's degree in Accounting,along with experience in a tax role and knowledge of South African tax legislation, are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a tax role within an accounting or audit firm.
• Strong working knowledge of SARS systems.
• In-depth knowledge of South African tax laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage and review the preparation of various tax returns.
• Handle tax planning for clients to minimize tax liabilities.
• Oversee SARS audits and correspondence on behalf of clients.
• Identify tax-saving opportunities and present effective solutions.

Skills

Expert tax advice

Client interaction

Team leadership

Tax-saving opportunities

Process improvement

Knowledge of local and international tax legislation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Taxation, or related field

SAICA / SAIPA / SAIT qualification

Registered Tax Practitioner

Tools

eFiling

EasyFile

CaseWare

Draftworx

Sage

Pastel

Job description

SUMMARY

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Tax Manager or Tax Specialist to join our dynamic accounting firm. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing and managing tax compliance, consulting, and planning services for a variety of clients. This role involves direct client interaction, team leadership, and ensuring that tax engagements are delivered efficiently and accurately, in line with all relevant laws and regulations.

POSITION INFO

Manage and review the preparation of individual, corporate, trust, and partnership tax returns.

• Provide expert tax advice to clients on various matters including income tax, VAT, PAYE, and capital gains.
• Handle tax planning for clients to minimize tax liabilities.
• Oversee SARS audits, disputes, and correspondence on behalf of clients.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of local and international tax legislation.
• Identify tax-saving opportunities and present effective solutions to clients.
• Assist with internal process improvement and automation related to tax engagements.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Taxation, or related field (essential).
• SAICA / SAIPA / SAIT qualification (preferred).
• Registered Tax Practitioner (essential).
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a tax role within an accounting or audit firm.
• Strong working knowledge of SARS systems (eFiling, EasyFile, etc.).
• Experience with tax software and accounting packages (e.g., CaseWare, Draftworx, Sage, Pastel).
• In-depth knowledge of South African tax laws and regulations.

Please note only candidates that meet the minimum requirements will be considered.