Registered Tax Practitioner

SUMMARY:
Job Description:
A well-established tax and accounting practice in Table View is looking for a professional and experienced Tax Practitioner. This role is suited for someone with at least 3 years’ working experience in a tax and accounting environment, particularly in Individual & Capital Gains Taxes. This is not a training role - you need to be ready to get to work on day one.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities:

• Completion and submission of Income Tax Returns
• Evaluate and check tax assessmentsfor accuracy
• Liaise directly with SARS consultantsand attend meetings when required
• Handle tax queries and error resolutionwith SARS, including refund matters
• Manage tax compliance, including SARS deadlines, payment processes, and record-keeping
• Perform provisional tax calculations and submissions
• Administer donations taxand foreign investment tax clearance certificates
• Handle VATand PAYE registrations, tax directives, and related processes
• Submit requests for suspension of payment, objections, and appeals
• Apply working knowledge of the Income Tax Actand Tax Administration Act
• Communicate effectively with clients on all tax-related matters
• Provide general tax support and assist with ad hoc tax tasks
• Oversee and check annual financial statementsprepared by junior staff
• Assist with tax clearance applications and maintain good standing with SARS
• Handle administrative tasks such as managing correspondence and appointments with SARS
• Collaborate and provide support to other team members as needed
• Work under pressure in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environmentwithout sacrificing quality

• Matric certificate
• Proof of SARS Registered Tax Practitioner(essential)
• Diploma/Degree in Accounting, Tax, or similar
• 3 years’ working experience in a tax and accounting environment
• Solid experience in:

• Capital Gains Tax
• Individual Income tax
• SARS eFiling and tax compliance
  • Excellent knowledge of SARS procedures and ability to meet deadlines
  • Strong understanding of the Income Tax Act and Tax Administration Act
  • Exceptional problem-solving skills and client communication ability
  • Highly organized, with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and relevant tax/accounting platforms
  • Professional, punctual, and capable of working independently and within a team