Career Opportunity: Senior Tax Consultant / Accountant
Job Title: Senior Tax Consultant / Accountant
Location: Durban / Johannesburg, South Africa
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-time
Industry: Financial Services / Accounting & Tax
Salary: Market-related (Commensurate with experience)
Are you an experienced Tax Consultant / Accountant looking to take the next step in your career?
An independent, specialist financial brokerage is seeking a Senior Tax Consultant / Accountant to join its dynamic team. The successful candidate will manage a portfolio of clients, overseeing the full accounting and tax function while providing tax planning, compliance and advisory services.
This role is suited to an experienced accounting professional with a background in an accounting firm, strong SARS e-filing knowledge and practical experience using CaseWare and Pastel.
Key Responsibilities
Full Accounting Function: Manage the full accounting function for a portfolio of clients, including processing transactions through to trial balance.
Financial Reporting: Prepare monthly management reports and draft annual financial statements for companies, trusts and sole proprietors using CaseWare.
Tax Compliance: Prepare and submit individual and company income tax returns, as well as VAT returns for sole proprietors, companies and trusts.
SARS & E-filing: Manage SARS correspondence, submit notices of objection and attend to suspension of debt applications through e-filing.
Tax Advisory: Provide clients with advice on accounting and tax matters, identifying opportunities to optimise tax strategies and minimise tax liabilities.
Client Relationships: Work closely with clients and internal teams, maintaining professional relationships and providing reliable service.
Client Visits: Travel to client premises when required.
Minimum Requirements
Education: Accounting Degree or Higher Diploma (non-negotiable).
Articles: Completed accounting articles.
Experience: 3–5 years' experience within an accounting firm or accounting practice.
Professional Affiliations: Membership with SAICA, SAIPA, ACCA, CIMA or SAIBA is preferred.
Software Knowledge: Practical working knowledge of CaseWare and Pastel is imperative.
Tax Knowledge: Strong understanding of SARS e-filing, income tax, VAT and tax compliance.
Logistics: Own reliable vehicle and a valid driver's licence (non-negotiable).
Attributes: Professional, deadline-driven, able to work under pressure and comfortable managing multiple client portfolios.
How to Apply
Apply Today! If you meet the requirements and are ready for your next career opportunity, we would like to hear from you!
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