Tax Specialist

iStaff Recruitment; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Tax Specialist for a hybrid role in the Sandton area, focusing on VAT risk management and tax compliance. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Financial Sciences, relevant tax qualifications, and a minimum of 3 years' experience in corporate or audit settings. Strong advisory skills and the ability to communicate effectively are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years relevant experience in corporate or audit firm, ideally in financial services.

Responsibilities

• Conduct VAT reviews across divisions and group companies.
• Provide VAT advice and opinions on transactions and business structures.
• Manage a portfolio of VAT returns for group companies.

Skills

VAT Risk Management

Tax Compliance

Advisory Skills

Strong Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Financial Sciences

BCom Honours + relevant tax qualification

Job description

We require a Tax Specialist (hybrid role) in Sandton area. 90% of your work will be with TAX, to ensure statutory tax compliance and provide tax advice within the business.

Minimum Requirements:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Financial Sciences (required)
2. BCom Honours + relevant tax qualification (e.g., MCom Tax, Advanced VAT Diploma, H.Dip Tax)
3. Minimum 3 years relevant experience (corporate or audit firm, ideally in financial services)

Duties and Responsibilities:

VAT Risk Management:

• Conduct VAT reviews across divisions and group companies, including validation of income and expense account classifications, system coding, documentation, and overall VAT treatment through systems and procedures.
• Reconcile VAT accounts and ensure proper documentation is maintained.
• Collaborate with financial managers to resolve outstanding issues and recommend corrective actions.
• Support the implementation of corrective measures, including system changes and policy or procedure updates.
• Assist with audits, address findings, and contribute to solutions.

Advisory:

• Provide VAT advice and opinions on transactions and business structures, ensuring alignment with regulatory guidelines, for internal divisions and related entities.
• Review and advise on indirect tax matters during new product approval processes.
• Prepare VAT ruling requests for submission to SARS when required.
• Assist with external audits and help resolve any issues that arise.

Compliance:

• Manage a portfolio of VAT returns for group companies using data from financial managers and general ledger reports, including e-filing processes.
• Identify opportunities for more accurate VAT allocations by analyzing system data and variance reports.
• Perform VAT apportionment calculations for various entities within the group.
• Manage SARS verification audits and respond to external auditor requests.

Training:

• Deliver training and presentations on tax legislation and updates to relevant business units.
• Contribute innovative tax planning ideas when necessary.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal tax teams and key stakeholders.
• Review and enhance tax systems, procedures, and policies as needed.

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