Tax Accountant

We are recruiting on behalf of a client who is seeking a Tax Accountant for a 12-month fixed term contract who will ensure tax compliance and accurate tax accounting across multinational group entities with the support of in-country consultants. The role will focus on the accurate calculation and reporting of tax liabilities management of audits remediation of issues and continuous improvement of tax processes.

• Responsible for tax administration and accurate calculations, including:
• Corporate Income Tax (CIT) calculations and returns
• Deferred Tax
• Provisional Tax
• Dividends Tax
• Perform and review income tax accruals; ensure tax liabilities are complete and accurate.
• Provide oversight and review of Central Finance’s tax administration, including:
• VAT
• Withholding Tax (WHT)
• Payroll taxes
• Design and implement standardized templates for Central Finance to capture tax-related data.
• Serve as the main point of contact for tax authorities and manage tax audit processes.

• Obtain and maintain valid Tax Clearance Certificates on a quarterly basis.
• Conduct quarterly tax health checks including Statements of Account and official correspondence.
• Ensure all tax compliance obligations are up to date on a monthly basis.
• Develop and execute remediation plans for outstanding deliverables, discrepancies, and audit queries.

• Maintain tax tracking schedules for the group.
• Prepare regular status reports for internal management and shareholders.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date status of tax-related items in Jira (daily).

• Obtain tax opinions and advice from external consultants; analyse and present findings to management.
• Monitor changes in tax legislation and assess their impact on the business.
• Support the business on the tax implications of proposed changes and transactions.
• Perform additional ad hoc tasks as required by management.

• Minimum 5 years post-articles experience in tax within a multinational group or accounting / tax practice.
• BCom Degree (minimum).
• Postgraduate qualification in Taxation (preferred).
• Completed articles preferably in a tax-focused practice.
• Professional membership with SAIT, SAIPA, ACCA, SAIBA, AGA(SA) or CA(SA).

• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong diagnostic analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Excellent organizational planning and time‑management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple complex tasks and meet deadlines under pressure.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Ability to interpret complex tax legislation and apply it practically.
• Professional integrity and ability to handle confidential information.
• Confident, enthusiastic and self‑motivated with a proactive approach.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship‑building skills.
• Team player who values collaboration and provides constructive feedback.
• Resilient and adaptable in a dynamic work environment.
• Mature decision‑making and sound judgment.
• Action‑oriented with strong project‑management skills.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of responsibilities.
• Continuous improvement mindset.

• CIT
• Deferred
• Provisional Tax
• Dividends Tax
• Expertise in VAT & WHT
• Oversight Income Tax Accruals
• Tax Audit Management
• Tax Authority Liaison
• Complex Tax Legislation
• Tax Process Improvement
• Tax Tracking Schedules
• 5 Years Post-Articles Tax Experience
• Multinational Tax Experience

• Completed Articles (Tax Focus)
• BCom Degree (Minimum)
• Professional Tax Membership (SAIT / CA(SA) etc.)

• Tax Experience
• Accounting Software
• GAAP
• Quick Books
• Accounting
• Sage
• Account Reconciliation
• Analysis Skills
• Research Experience
• SOX
• Microsoft Excel
• Financial Analysis

Employment Type

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Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1