17 Cpa jobs in Cape Town

Our client is a dynamic and professional Australian wealth management firm providing comprehensive taxation services to clients across various industries. We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Tax Accountant to join our team.

1. Provide expert taxation services to clients, ensuring compliance with Australian tax regulations.
2. Perform manual bookkeeping, including debits and credits.
3. Prepare accurate and comprehensive annual financial statements.
4. Prepare income tax returns for individuals, partnerships, trusts, and companies.
5. Utilize Xero for bookkeeping and accounting tasks.

1. Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a professional services firm providing taxation services.
2. Strong knowledge of manual bookkeeping, including debits and credits.
3. Proven ability to prepare annual financial statements.
4. Expertise in preparing income tax returns.
5. Proficiency in Xero is highly advantageous.
6. Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
7. Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
8. Availability to work at least 2 hours during Australian business hours (8 AM–6 PM AEST).

Are you a tax professional with a sharp eye for detail and a passion for compliance? Join a dynamic finance team where your expertise in direct and indirect tax can drive real business value. My client based in Cape Town CBD is hiring a Tax Accountant to manage and optimise their Group's tax compliance, reporting and planning functions. This is a hands-on role with exposure to both local and international tax matters, ideal for someone who thrives on technical challenges and continuous learning.

What you'll be doing:

• Ensure accurate compliance with direct and indirect tax legislation, including VAT, import VAT and withholding taxes
• Prepare company income tax returns, provisional tax calculations and year-end tax computations
• Maintain monthly tax account reconciliation's and manage the tax asset register
• Conduct tax research and collaborate on tax-related projects with internal and external stakeholders
• Contribute to Accounting and Tax Forums, including IFRS impact reviews and AFS preparation
• Train internal teams on tax matters relevant to their functions

What we're looking for:

• Bachelor's degree in Commerce with a strong tax focus
• 2-5 years of tax-specific experience
• Solid understanding of financial accounting and IFRS
• Excellent Excel skills and proficiency in MS Office
• Experience with regulatory bodies; retail sector experience is a bonus
• Detail-driven, proactive, and comfortable working under pressure

What's in it for you:

• Be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking finance team
• Exposure to international tax and strategic projects
• Opportunity to contribute to group-level forums and initiatives

Ready to bring structure, insight, and impact to a high-performing finance team? Apply now.

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Our client is seeking a skilled and experienced Tax Consultant to join our team in Cape Town. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of tax laws and regulations in South Africa, as well as experience in providing tax consultation services to clients.

1. Provide tax planning and advisory services to clients
2. Prepare and review tax returns for individuals, businesses, and organizations
3. Conduct tax research to ensure compliance with current tax laws and regulations
4. Identify tax savings opportunities for clients
5. Assist clients with tax audits and other tax-related issues
6. Stay current on changes to tax laws and regulations

1. Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
2. Certified Tax Practitioner (CTP) qualification preferred
3. Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Tax Consultant
4. Strong knowledge of South African tax laws and regulations
5. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
6. Strong communication and presentation skills

If you meet the qualifications and are passionate about providing tax consultation services to clients, we encourage you to apply for the Tax Consultant position at our client's firms in Cape Town. Join our team and help clients navigate the complexities of tax laws and regulations to ensure compliance and maximize tax savings opportunities.

Our client in the retail industry is seeking a Group Tax Accountant to join their team.

The main duties of this role include overall responsibility for Corporation tax matters, particularly for the UK, Germany, and Ireland. Responsibilities also include tax accounting (month-end and year-end, including deferred tax) and general assistance in maintaining Transfer Pricing documentation.

Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CTA or equivalent) with sound technical knowledge of tax and accounting.

Experience in corporate tax matters for the UK, Germany, and Ireland.

Strong organization, numeric, and communication skills.

Experience in Oracle Financials is preferable.

Please note only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Should you not receive communication from us within two weeks of submission, then unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful. We will store your details on our database for any other suitable positions. Should you not wish us to keep your details for future opportunities, please advise us in writing and your application will be deleted from our records.