Finance / Accounting Specialist

Recruiter:

Helderberg Personnel CC

Job Ref:

SW006589/AM

Date posted:

Thursday, October 15, 2026

Location:

Stellenbosch, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Our client, well established telecoms company in Techno Park Stellenbosch, is seeking an experienced and technically strong Finance Specialist to join our Finance team. The ideal candidate will be a CA(SA) or Financial Graduate with a post graduate tax qualification, with strong local and offshore tax experience, technical accounting and cross-border financial knowledge.

The role will focus on direct and indirect tax matters, tax compliance and advice, as well as technical accounting, including IFRS, Consolidations, AFS and systems/process issues

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities: Manage and oversee local and some international tax compliance across direct and indirect taxes, including corporate income tax, VAT, payroll-related taxes and foreign tax obligations (via one or two offshore entities and in countries where contracted without entities) Co-ordination of the submission of annual Research and Development tax incentive claims via consultants Provide technical guidance on local and international tax legislation, tax treaties, cross-border transactions and the tax implications of proposals or entry into a market, business activities, policy, structure and transactions (practical experience of PE criteria, Double tax agreements, transfer pricing and tax consequences, both direct and indirect, of operating in a foreign jurisdiction) Engage with SARS, and assist Finance Manager in engaging foreign tax authorities and external tax advisors on tax queries, reviews, audits and technical matters Review tax opinions, assess legislative developments and identify tax risks and opportunities for the company Prepare and review annual financial statements, deferred tax calculations and accounting treatment of issues in accordance with IFRS Provide technical accounting guidance on complex transactions, including foreign exchange, revenue recognition, project accounting and cross-border arrangements Support Finance Manager in the planning and management of external statutory audits, as well as key inputs\/deliverables such as preparation of audit packs, schedules and supporting documentation Day-to-day assistance to the Finance Manager in managing the Finance Department including supporting month-end and year-end financial reporting, intercompany accounting, verification of salary-related transactions, foreign exchange (FX) and account reconciliations as well as general financial control Contribute specialist financial and tax input to budgeting, forecasting, strategic initiatives and business decision-making Identify opportunities to improve financial systems, processes, controls and reporting in the Group Requirements CA(SA) or Financial Graduate with post graduate tax qualification is essential 5 or more years of relevant post-articles experience in accounting, taxation and financial management Strong practical experience in both South African and international taxation Demonstrated knowledge of legislation, compliance iro direct and indirect taxes, including corporate income tax, VAT and cross-border tax considerations Strong technical accounting knowledge, including IFRS, Foreign exchange, deferred tax, etc. Experience in preparing and reviewing annual financial statements and working with external auditors Ability to research and interpret tax and accounting matters and translate findings into practical business recommendations Proficiency in Sage or similar ERP systems and strong Microsoft Excel skills

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