Tax Compliance Specialist - International
Job in
Cape Town, 7561, South Africa
Listed on 2026-09-19
Listing for:
Digital Outsource Services
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-09-19
Job specializations:
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Finance & Banking
Financial Compliance, Tax Manager, Tax Accountant, Accounting & Finance -
Accounting
Financial Compliance, Tax Manager, Tax Accountant, Accounting & Finance
Job Description & How to Apply Below
* Collect financial and transactional data from accounting systems and local finance teams
* Compile and organise data required for tax calculations and filings
* Ensure data is formatted and prepared in line with compliance requirements and templates
* Perform reconciliations between tax returns and financial records monthly or as required
* Validate data for accuracy, completeness, and consistency
* Investigate discrepancies and escalate issues to the Tax Compliance Manager
* Support management of tax compliance timelines and deliverables
* Track submission status and ensure all required information is provided on time
* Complete and keep tax compliance registers up to date for assigned entities or jurisdictions
* Maintain well organised and up to date tax files, working papers, and supporting documentation
* Ensure all work is audit ready, traceable, and aligned with internal standards and SOX requirements
* Assist with information requests from external tax advisors as communicated to you by Tax Compliance Managers
* Provide data and documentation required for filings or reviews
* Track deliverables by updating tax registers and ensure timely responses
* Work closely with Tax Compliance Manager, International Tax Analyst, other Tax Compliance Specialists and Finance teams
* Develop technical knowledge of tax compliance processes and requirements
* Contribute to knowledge sharing and best practice within the team
* Clear, confident communication (written and verbal), and the ability to breakdown complex ideas
* A collaborative mindset, working smoothly with cross-functional teams to hit shared goals
* Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects without dropping the ball
* Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to high-quality work
* Adaptability - you stay sharp, productive and positive in fast-moving environments
* Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting
* Honours degree in Tax / Master's degree in Tax will be advantageous
* Professional qualification CA(SA), CPA, CTA, or equivalent
* 5 + years' experience in tax compliance, tax accounting and tax reporting
* Experience in a multinational and / or listed company environment including jurisdiction across Europe, UK, NZ, Canada and Middle East.
* Strong knowledge of tax legislation and principles, OECD guidelines and BEPS initiatives
* Strong knowledge of tax accounting and reporting in line with IFRS (IAS 12)
* Ability to operate in a complex, multi-jurisdictional environment
* Strong analytical, governance, and risk management capability
* High level of integrity and professional judgment
* Experience in Microsoft suite including Excel and MS Word Add role-specific skill
* Knowledge and experience with accounting and reporting software:
Business Central / Navision and Microsoft TM1
* Knowledge and experience with tax software:
Thomson Reuters (Orbitax and OTP)
* Experience or knowledge of SOX
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