Tax Accountant

 

Recruiter:

HR Genie

Job Ref:

TAXAA

Date posted:

Tuesday, February 8, 2022

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

Market related


SUMMARY:
Our Client is seeking an experienced Tax Accountant to join their team

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Our Client is seeking an experienced Tax Accountant to join their team


The primary purpose of this position is to coordinate the company’s tax activities and ensure compliance with applicable tax and financial regulation. Reporting to the Financial Controller, they must be capable of performing a variety tax functions and analysis, maintain up to date and proper tax information, so as to manage risk exposure.
Autonomy
Work is self-prioritised in a structured environment with little direct supervision. Open communication channels exist within the team and with various stakeholders, meaning that work is discussed on an as needs basis. The Tax Accountant will be required to determine when and how to escalate unresolved or complex issues.
This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
Essential Job Duties:
Coordinate the company’s statutory tax obligations including accurate preparation and timely submission of monthly, quarterly and annual tax returns (CIT, DT, WHT, VAT).
Review transactions and documentation to ensure tax compliance and minimize risk exposure (invoices, credit notes, customs documents, etc.)
Ensure annual data matching/analysis across tax types is performed (e.g. VAT vs CIT)
Propose innovative solutions to solve complex tax challenges.
Ensure timely reconciliation and follow-ups on all withheld tax certificates for VAT and WHT.
Work with the Financial Controller on transfer pricing review and reporting
Coordinate tax audits.
Monthly reconciliation of tax ledger accounts with ZRA system records


Key Skills
Knowledge of accounting procedures
Familiarity with accounting software packages
Excellent analytical and time management skills
Good numeracy skills

  • Job Role: Tax Accountant
  • Industry: Accountancy / Finance
  • Salary: Negotiable

Required Skills

3 Years of Experience
 
 
Qualifications
 
ACCA, CIMA, CA or degree in accounting
A minimum of 3 years proven experience in a tax function

 

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