Tax Compliance Officer - Alberton

Recruiter:

KLB Recruitment

Job Ref:

TCO101

Date posted:

Tuesday, May 19, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

R20 000 - R25 000

SUMMARY:
Our client is seeking an experienced tax compliance officer to join their dynamic team.

POSITION INFO:

The Tax Compliance Officer is responsible for managing and ensuring full tax compliance for clients in accordance with the requirements of the South African Revenue Service (SARS). The role includes submission of tax returns, handling SARS queries, monitoring deadlines, and providing general tax administration support to the firm and its clients.

The function includes, but is not limited to the following:

1. Tax Return Preparation & Submission

Prepare and submit:

Individual Income Tax Returns (ITR12)
Provisional Tax Returns (IRP6)
Corporate Income Tax Returns (ITR14)
VAT Returns (VAT201)
Trusts and Non-Profit Tax Returns
PAYE/EMP201 & EMP501 reconciliations
Ensure accurate completion and timely submission via SARS eFiling.
Monitor and manage tax deadlines to avoid penalties and interest.
Statements of assets and liabilities, capital reconciliations and tax computations

2. SARS Administration & Queries

Liaise directly with SARS regarding:

Verifications and audits
Disputes relating to assessments
Statement of Accounts reconciliations
Penalties and interest disputes
Payment arrangements
Resolve eFiling profile issues.
Attend SARS appointments where required
Tax registrations
Customs related queries

3. Compliance Monitoring

Maintain tax compliance status for all clients
Monitor outstanding returns and payments
Assist with tax clearance applications
Ensure clients remain in good standing with SARS

4. Client Communication

Communicate tax liabilities and deadlines clearly to clients
Follow up on outstanding information required for submissions
Provide basic tax guidance within scope of practice

5. Record Keeping & Reporting

Maintain accurate tax working papers and supporting schedules
Prepare tax computations and reconciliations
Keep updated tax registers and compliance trackers

Minimum Requirements:

Qualification in taxation.
Registered Tax Practitioner (advantageous)
Strong knowledge of South African tax legislation
Experience working on SARS e-Filing.
Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
MUST be fluent in Afrikaans (speak and write) - non-negotiable!

Experience:

2–5 years’ experience in a tax compliance role (preferably in an accounting practice)
Experience dealing directly with SARS queries and objections

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