Tax Accountant

Looking for a tax role where you get things done? This is a hands‑on opportunity for a strong Tax Accountant who enjoys fixing, building, and owning tax compliance in a multinational environment. You’ll step into a growing, fast‑moving business where tax matters, your input is valued, and your work has real impact across multiple countries. If you enjoy solving problems, working with senior stakeholders, and driving tax projects end‑to‑end, this is your kind of role.

This 12‑month contract gives you exposure to complex group structures, cross‑border tax, audits, transfer pricing, and tax risk management - all while working with a collaborative finance team that knows how to move fast and smart.

• Own and clear the tax compliance backlog, including submitting and amending historical income tax returns.
• Manage tax authority queries and audits end‑to‑end, including working with in‑country tax consultants.
• Drive tax projects such as refunds, voluntary disclosures, audit responses, and process improvements.
• Review consultant reports, identify risks, and implement practical solutions with finance and tax teams.
• Support transfer pricing documentation and contribute to cross‑border tax assessments.
• Calculate income tax and deferred tax for accruals and provisional tax submissions.
• Maintain group tax tracking schedules and prepare status reports for management and shareholders.
• Keep tax records accurate in the trial balance and improve reconciliations where needed.
• Stay updated on tax legislation across relevant countries and advise on tax impacts of business changes.

• Completed articles, preferably within tax practice.
• Professional registration such as CA(SA), SAIT, SAIPA, ACCA, SAIBA, AGA(SA) or similar.
• Post‑articles experience in tax within a multinational group or professional tax/accounting practice.
• Proven exposure to large business tax returns and cross‑border tax principles.
• Experience managing audits, tax queries, and compliance projects.
• Comfortable working with senior stakeholders and external consultants.
• Advanced MS Excel skills.
• Strong numerical and analytical ability.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Project management and task ownership mindset.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines under pressure.
• Strong written and verbal communication in English.
• Organized, structured, and confident in handling complex information.
• Ability to work independently and drive tasks end‑to‑end.
• Comfortable in a fast‑paced, scaling environment.
• Strong accountability and professional judgement.

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