Tax Compliance Officer

A well-established South African accounting and financial services group is looking for a Tax Compliance Officer to join their team on a full-time, permanent basis at either their Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) or East London offices.

Position Overview:

The Tax Compliance Officer will be responsible for providing support with general tax administration and compliance matters, including the preparation and submission of individual and company income tax returns. The role will involve regular interaction with SARS and clients, assisting with tax-related queries and correspondence, maintaining accurate records, and supporting senior tax consultants with day-to-day case management.

The successful candidate will need to demonstrate strong attention to detail, accountability and communication skills, with the ability to manage client matters professionally and ensure that tax-related submissions and administrative requirements are handled accurately and efficiently.

Position Requirements:

• 2 Years' experience working in a tax-related position
• SARS-related experience (essential)
• Strong understanding and practical experience with SARS systems, including eFiling and e@syFile
• Working knowledge of Income Tax and Provisional Tax
• Working knowledge of SARS dispute and objection processes
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word and Outlook
• Valid South African driver's licence and own transport
• Own reliable transport is essential due to required SARS branch visits

Key Responsibilities:

• Handle general tax administration and processing tasks
• Assist with the preparation and submission of individual income tax returns
• Attend to SARS-related queries and correspondence
• Conduct physical visits to SARS branches when required
• Support senior tax consultants with day-to-day tax case management
• Maintain accurate records of client interactions, documentation and submissions
• Liaise with clients to obtain outstanding tax information and documentation
• Provide clients with updates regarding the status of their tax matters
• Liaise with clients regarding their engagement status
  
  Ensure that client information and tax documentation are kept accurate and up to date
• Assist with ensuring tax matters and submissions are processed accurately and within required time frames

Personal Attributes:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Professional and client-focused approach
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organisational and administrative skills
• Ability to take ownership and responsibility for assigned tasks
• Proactive and solution-oriented approach
• Ability to plan ahead and manage multiple matters simultaneously
• Persistent when dealing with complex or outstanding matters
• Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and senior tax consultants
• Strong accountability and reliability
• Comfortable communicating with clients and SARS representatives
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines