Tax Compliance Officer

SUMMARY:
This role is an essential part of the Tax team. As a key player within the tax function, you will oversee and manage the end-to-end tax compliance process while supporting the Associate in driving operational excellence, quality control, and workflow efficiency. The role requires an experienced tax professional with strong technical expertise, leadership capability, and a proactive mindset, who can guide a compliance team, manage client portfolios, and ensure accurate, timely, and compliant SARS submissions in a fast-paced professional services environment.

POSITION INFO:

Oversee the preparation, review, and submission of tax returns for individuals, companies, and trusts
Ensure all tax filings are accurate and submitted within SARS deadlines
Review tax calculations and supporting schedules prepared by the team
Monitor SARS eFiling and tax system dashboards for submissions and correspondence
Manage SARS queries, verifications, and audits, including supporting documentation
Supervise two Tax Compliance Officers, allocating work and managing turnaround times
Conduct regular check-ins and planning sessions with the team
Review work prior to submission to ensure quality and compliance standards are met
Maintain tax compliance trackers, billing records, and client tax profiles
Ensure all tasks are recorded in practice management systems and aligned with KPIs
Drive process improvements and support automation of recurring compliance tasks
Prepare monthly compliance reports and support year-end and filing season activities

Skills & Experience:
Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in a Tax Compliance role within a professional services firm
Strong working knowledge of South African tax legislation
Experience managing a client portfolio
Supervisory or review experience advantageous
Proficiency in SARS eFiling, GreatSoft Tax, Xero Tax, Excel, and Microsoft 365
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English and Afrikaans
Ability to coach, mentor, and lead junior team members

Qualification:
Diploma or Degree in Taxation, Accounting, or Finance OR equivalent
Registered Tax Practitioner (SAIT) or eligible for registration advantageous
 
Only South African Residents or individuals with a relevant South African work permit will be considered.
 
 
Contact Joshua Lawrence on 021 418 1750, quoting the Ref: CTF022212.
 
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