Tax and Compliance Accountant

SUMMARY:
Become the Tax Expert Behind a Global Business 

POSITION INFO:
Tax professionals know that great compliance isn't just about meeting deadlines - it's about protecting the business, managing risk, and creating confidence for growth.

An internationally recognised organisation with operations across multiple countries is seeking a Corporate Tax & Compliance Accountant to join its expanding finance team. This opportunity is ideal for a technically strong tax professional who enjoys navigating complex tax environments and wants exposure to both local and international compliance frameworks.

If VAT, PAYE, corporate tax, reconciliations, and regulatory compliance are your strengths, this role offers the opportunity to become a key contributor within a global finance function.

What You'll Be Responsible For

• Tax Compliance & Reporting
• Managing and reviewing VAT calculations, submissions, and reconciliations
• Overseeing PAYE compliance and payroll tax-related requirements
• Supporting Corporate Income Tax calculations and submissions
• Preparing and reviewing tax schedules, supporting documentation, and reconciliations
• Monitoring tax compliance deadlines across multiple entities
• Ensuring compliance with evolving tax legislation and regulatory requirements
• VAT & PAYE Specialist Duties
• Reviewing VAT transactions and identifying potential risks or compliance issues
• Managing VAT audits, queries, and SARS correspondence
• Ensuring PAYE submissions are accurate and completed on time
• Reconciling payroll-related tax accounts and investigating variances
• Supporting internal stakeholders with VAT and payroll tax guidance
• Statutory Compliance & Audit Support
• Assisting with statutory reporting requirements
• Preparing audit-ready tax files and supporting documentation
• Liaising with external auditors, tax consultants, and regulatory bodies
• Responding to audit queries and tax reviews
• Supporting internal control and governance initiatives
• Process Improvement & Risk Management
• Identifying opportunities to improve tax processes and controls
• Supporting automation and process enhancement initiatives
• Ensuring accurate record-keeping and compliance documentation
• Assisting with tax risk management and compliance reviews

• BCom Accounting, Taxation, Finance, or related qualification
• CTA, Honours, or Tax qualification advantageous
• Professional Accountant (SA), or Tax qualification beneficial
• Minimum 2–5 years' experience within a tax, compliance, or corporate finance environment

• Exposure to complex multinational tax structures
• Strong focus on VAT, PAYE, and corporate tax compliance
• Opportunity to work with international finance team
• Career growth within a globally recognised organisation
• Exposure to process improvement and finance transformation projects

• Technically strong and detail-oriented
• Naturally curious and solutions-driven
• Comfortable working with complex tax legislation
• Organised and deadline-focused
• Strong communicator who can engage with stakeholders at all levels
• Someone who takes pride in accuracy and compliance excellence