Tax Specialist

Placements24; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive salary and bonuses

Comprehensive medical aid and medical,

Retirement fund benefits

Generous leave allowance

Professional development opportunities

Support for further studies

Job summary

Placements24 in Randburg, Gauteng, South Africa, is seeking an experienced Tax Specialist to manage tax compliance and advisory functions for a leading multinational. The role requires deep knowledge of SA tax law and international tax principles.

You will ensure SARS compliance, optimize tax strategies, and support audits, with the opportunity to influence tax policy and work across business units in a high-performance culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Law, or Finance is required.
• Post-graduate Taxation qualification is essential.
• Minimum 5 years of corporate tax experience.
• In-depth knowledge of SA tax law and SARS practices.
• Experience with international tax and cross-border matters is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Ensure corporate tax compliance including income tax, VAT, and other taxes.
• Prepare and review tax returns and SARS submissions.
• Provide tax advice on transactions, structuring, and new initiatives.
• Conduct tax research and monitor tax law changes.
• Assist with tax audits and SARS queries.
• Develop and implement tax planning strategies.
• Identify and mitigate tax risks.
• Coordinate with external tax advisors and auditors.
• Support transfer pricing documentation and compliance.
• Contribute to tax policy development and procedures.

Skills

Analytical skills

Research skills

Problem-solving

Written and verbal communication

Independent work

Deadline management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Law, or Finance

Post-graduate qualification in Taxation (e.g., HDip Tax, MCom Tax)

Tools

Tax software proficiency

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading multinational corporation with significant operations in **Gauteng**, is seeking an experienced Tax Specialist to manage its tax compliance and advisory functions. This critical role, based in **Randburg, Gauteng**, requires a deep understanding of South African tax law and international tax principles. The Tax Specialist will be responsible for ensuring compliance, optimizing tax strategies, and providing expert advice to various business units. This is an outstanding opportunity for a tax professional to join a well-established organization and play a key role in its financial operations. Our client is committed to fostering a high-performance culture and providing a challenging yet rewarding career path in **South Africa**.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all corporate tax obligations, including income tax, VAT, and other relevant taxes.
• Prepare and review tax returns and submissions to the South African Revenue Service (SARS).
• Provide expert advice on tax implications of business transactions, structuring, and new initiatives.
• Conduct tax research and stay updated on changes in tax legislation and regulations.
• Assist with tax audits and queries from SARS.
• Develop and implement tax planning strategies to optimize the company's tax position.
• Identify and mitigate tax risks.
• Liaise with external tax advisors and auditors.
• Support the finance department with transfer pricing documentation and compliance.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of tax policies and procedures.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Law, or Finance.
• A post-graduate qualification in Taxation (e.g., H.Dip Tax, MCom Tax) is essential.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in corporate tax, either in practice or industry.
• In-depth knowledge of South African tax legislation and SARS practices.
• Experience with international tax principles and cross-border transactions is a strong advantage.
• Proficiency in tax compliance software and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines effectively.
• Experience in **Randburg, Gauteng** or willingness to relocate.
• Professional registration with SAIT or similar is preferred.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Generous leave allowance.
• Professional development opportunities and support for further studies.
• Opportunity to work on complex tax matters for a reputable organization.
• A professional and collaborative work environment in **Gauteng**.