Job Description

We are a fast-growing accounting and tax firm and in the market for an experienced professional for the role of Senior Tax Accountant. This role will manage the tax department of the firm, ensuring compliance with tax laws and regulations. You will oversee all tax-related functions, including filing tax returns, advising the team and clients, and managing tax audits.

Duties & Responsibilities

1. Clients Relations:

Act as the primary point of contact for clients in terms of tax, addressing their inquiries and providing tax advice. Ensure client compliance relating to tax legislation. Ensure that all clients receive a high value-added service from the company. Ensure minimal client complaints throughout the company and that any complaints are dealt with timeously and in the best manner possible.

2. Review and supervision:

Planning and allocation of tax work to staff, coaching and leading of staff to ensure that work performed is of a high standard, performed efficiently on a proactive basis and that the team meets deadlines. Supervise, guide and train staff in all tax compliance regulations and submissions, which would include VAT, PAYE, UIF, EMP501 returns, income & provisional tax,etc. Implementation / evaluation of internal controls as well as proper policies and procedures. Assist in development and implementation of new procedures to enhance the workflow of the team.

3. Business Operations-Tax

Prepare, review and approve all Tax returns before lodgement on SARS Efiling (IT14; IT12, (ITR12, ITA34, VAT, PAYE, etc) and manage tax clearance processes. Prepare and Review all tax calculations. Prepare and approve documents for submission in terms of reviews and audits and ensure follow ups are done timeously. Ensure clients comply with relevant Tax legislation. Advise, and recommend accounting and consulting staff on tax matters. Review and lodge objections and appeals on client's behalf. Navigate and resolve SARS queries, including remissions, disputes, and appeals. Handle tax planning and risk mitigation for clients, ensuring financial security. Provide expert advice on tax-related matters to our clients, ensuring clarity and trust. Maintain efficiency in response times and handle any necessary escalations or complaints with precision. Manage SARS correspondence and ensure that staff submit on time and accurate records.

Desired Experience & Qualification

Relevant Accounting/Tax qualification - eg. Bcom Acc, Hons in Tax, etc. Accreditation as a Tax Practitioner, and a member in good standing Management / supervisory experience in a Tax/Accounting firm. Strong technical knowledge and skills in the field of Tax. Good communication and interactive skills Excellent problem-solving skills. Effective time management skills.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: R20000,00 - R25000,00 per month

Work Location: In person