19 Senior Tax Consultant jobs in Johannesburg

Vacancy: Tax Consultant

Location: Bryanston

We are not looking for someone who knows tax, we are looking for someone who is motivated and thrives in complexity, handles pressure with confidence, and brings a solution-driven mindset to the table every single time. This is an opportunity to join a high-performance team where your resilience, technical expertise, and ability to deliver under pressure will set you apart.

Who We Are Looking For:

You are experienced, dependable, and motivated by more than ticking boxes. You are the kind of professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can work independently. If you are driven, accurate, and passionate about solving real tax challenges, you will fit right in.

Key Requirements:

• Degree in Taxation, Accounting or equivalent qualification.
• At least 2 years' experience in a tax-focused role.
• Advanced knowledge of SARS e-Filing and relevant legislation.
• Must be registered with an accredited professional body relevant to the field.
• Proficiency in both Afrikaans and English is preferred.

What You Will Be Responsible For:

• Handling SARS queries, audits, objections, penalty waivers, and related correspondence.
• Performing and submitting provisional and annual tax returns for individual and corporate clients.
• Keeping clients informed and managing their expectations throughout the tax process.
• Advising clients on tax planning, compliance, and legislative changes.
• Dealing with SARS on clients' behalf, including appointments, updates, and verifications.
• Submitting RST01/RST02 directives, Paragraph 19(3) applications, and other advanced tax documentation.
• Conducting e-Filing and tracking audits to ensure clients are fully compliant.
• Supporting clients through SARS verifications, audits, disputes, and appeals.
• Ensuring every step aligns with the organisation's 4-eye principle and quality standards.

We're Hiring: Tax Consultant

Marais Mutasa Advisory (MMA) is looking for a sharp, motivated
Tax Consultant
to join our growing team.

If you're passionate about
tax law, compliance, and tax dispute work
– and you'd rather draft objections than balance books – then this role is for you.

What you'll do:

• Draft and submit
  objections, appeals, and attend to SARS correspondence
• Advise clients on
  Income Tax, VAT, and payroll compliance
• Research and interpret
  tax law and case law
• Support our team on
  audits, verifications, and disputes

What we're looking for:

• Degree in
  Taxation or Law
  (BCom Tax, LLB, or similar)
• 1–2 years' experience in tax advisory, legal tax practice, or SARS-related work
• Strong research, drafting, and communication skills
• A disciplined, analytical mindset

What we offer:

• Salary around
  R20,000 CTC
• Exposure to
  high-value and complex tax matters
• Growth in a disciplined, professional advisory environment

At MMA, we don't just do compliance – we fight smart, win cases, and deliver results.

Location: Midrand

If this sounds like you, apply now and join a team where
tax law meets precision and results
.

Please submit your CV to

Reference: NFR -KM-1

Are you ready to take your career to the next level? My client's dynamic team is on the lookout for a Senior Tax Accountant who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about providing top-notch tax planning, compliance, and advisory services to clients.

1. Accounting and tax functions
2. Monthly management reports
3. Draft annual financial statements
4. Advise on tax and accounting matters
5. e-Filing, income tax and VAT returns for individuals, companies, and trusts
6. Optimize tax strategies and ensure compliance with regulations
7. Manage SARS correspondence and filings

1. BCom degree
2. SAICA, SAIPA, ACC, CIMA, or SAIBA (preferred)
3. Pastel, CaseWare, and e-filing
4. 3 - 5 years' experience in an accounting firm
5. Travel required

If you're a dedicated professional with a keen eye for detail and a drive for excellence, we want to hear from you! Join our client in making a difference in the world of tax and accounting. Apply now to embark on a rewarding career journey with us.

R - R - Annually

VAT

PAYE

Financial statements

Caseware 

Pastel

Completed articles (SAICA / SAIPA /SAIBA)

Overview

Join to apply for the Senior Tax Consultant - Advisory role at PKF Octagon .

At PKF Octagon, our mission is to support the future of your business and personal wealth through partner-led relationships. We work closely with clients, partners, staff, and stakeholders to evaluate needs and craft innovative financial solutions. As leaders in our field, we provide tailored support to ensure you meet your financial goals.

Purpose: The purpose of this role is to be proactive in all aspects of South African tax consulting and tax advisory.

PKF Octagon’s tax advisory department is renowned for its comprehensive expertise in South African tax consulting and advisory services. Our advisory services encompass a wide range of tax-related issues, including corporate income tax, international tax, and merger and acquisition tax planning.

• Produce work of exceptional accuracy and technical standard.
• Draft tax opinions, advise, reports or memorandums from various South African tax legislation ensuring technical correctness for review by tax manager.
• Experience drafting voluntary disclosure programmes, ceasing tax residency applications as well as collating calculations.
• Knowledge and understanding of preparation of tax due diligence assessments.
• Good understanding of tax computations and applicable tax calculations.
• Constantly kept abreast of changes in the industry and able to interpret these changes to the benefit of the firm and clients.
• Interpret and apply theoretical knowledge to practical business solutions through a comprehensive understanding of basic South African taxes.
• Prioritise workload effectively to meet established deadlines.
• Gather information from diverse sources using effective research tools.
• Assist in the research and preparation of proposals and engagement letters including risk management assistance.
• Establish credibility with colleagues and clients through effective communication skills.
• Contribute meaningfully to discussions and actively participate in generating innovative ideas and thoughts.
• Adapt to an evolving work environment and respond to changing client demands.
• Promote teamwork by regularly sharing knowledge with peers and actively seeking information to achieve personal and professional objectives.
• Able to demonstrate a sound technical ability and knowledge of relevant legislation.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Acts professionally at all times.
• Needs to have drive and enthusiasm.
• Team player.
• Able to communicate at all levels.
• Needs to be comfortable with an office-based role.

• Qualified CA (SA) (Non-Neg)
• M-COM TAX / HDip (Tax) or related degrees (neg)
• Strong academic background
• Minimum of 5 years experience in Taxation and a demonstrated history of working across various industries and various tax types

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Accounting

Note: This description focuses on the role responsibilities and qualifications. It does not include non-relevant postings or duplicate content from external pages.

Purpose of the Job

The Purpose of This Role is to be proactive in all aspects of South African tax consulting and tax advisory.

PKF Octagon’s tax advisory department is renowned for its comprehensive expertise in South African tax consulting and advisory services. Our advisory services encompass a wide range of tax-related issues, including corporate income tax, international tax, and merger and acquisition tax planning.

• Produce work of exceptional accuracy and technical
• Draft tax opinions, advise, reports or memorandums from various South African tax legislation ensuring technical correctness for review by tax manager.
• Experience drafting voluntary disclosure programmes, ceasing tax residency applications as well as collating calculations.
• Knowledge and understanding of preparation of tax due diligence assessments
• Good understanding of tax computations and applicable tax calculations
• Strong calculation capabilities
• Constantly kept abreast of changes in the industry and able to interpret these changes to the benefit of the firm and clients.
• Interpret and apply theoretical knowledge to practical business solutions through a comprehensive understanding of basic South African taxes
• Prioritise workload effectively to meet established
• Gather information from diverse sources using effective research
• Assist in the research and preparation of proposals and engagement letters including risk management assistance.
• Establish credibility with colleagues and clients through effective communication
• Contribute meaningfully to discussions and actively participate in generating innovative ideas and
• Adapt to an evolving work environment and respond to changing client
• Promote teamwork by regularly sharing knowledge with peers and actively seeking information to achieve personal and professional objectives.

• Able to demonstrate a sound technical ability and knowledge of relevant legislation
• Good interpersonal skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Good presentation skills
• Acts professionally at all times
• Needs to be driven and enthusiastic
• Team player
• Able to communicate at all levels
• Effective time management skills
• Must be comfortable with an office-based role

• Qualified CA (SA) (Non-Neg)
• M-COM TAX / HDip (Tax) or related degrees (neg)
• Strong academic background
• Minimum of 5 years experience in Taxation and a demonstrated history of working across various industries and various tax types

Purpose of the Job:

The Purpose of This Role is to be proactive in all aspects of South African tax consulting and tax advisory.

PKF Octagon’s tax advisory department is renowned for its comprehensive expertise in South African tax consulting and advisory services. Our advisory services encompass a wide range of tax-related issues, including corporate income tax, international tax, and merger and acquisition tax planning.

Key Job Duties or Responsibilities:

• Produce work of exceptional accuracy and technical
• Draft tax opinions, advise, reports or memorandums from various South African tax legislation ensuring technical correctness for review by tax manager.
• Experience drafting voluntary disclosure programmes, ceasing tax residency applications as well as collating calculations.
• Knowledge and understanding of preparation of tax due diligence assessments
• Good understanding of tax computations and applicable tax calculations
• Strong calculation capabilities
• Constantly kept abreast of changes in the industry and able to interpret these changes to the benefit of the firm and clients.
• Interpret and apply theoretical knowledge to practical business solutions through a comprehensive understanding of basic South African taxes
• Prioritise workload effectively to meet established
• Gather information from diverse sources using effective research
• Assist in the research and preparation of proposals and engagement letters including risk management assistance.
• Establish credibility with colleagues and clients through effective communication
• Contribute meaningfully to discussions and actively participate in generating innovative ideas and
• Adapt to an evolving work environment and respond to changing client
• Promote teamwork by regularly sharing knowledge with peers and actively seeking information to achieve personal and professional objectives.

Personal Competencies:

• Able to demonstrate a sound technical ability and knowledge of relevant legislation
• Good interpersonal skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Good presentation skills
• Acts professionally at all times
• Needs to be driven and enthusiastic
• Team player
• Able to communicate at all levels
• Effective time management skills
• Must be comfortable with an office-based role

Qualifications And Experience:

• Qualified CA (SA) (Non-Neg)
• M-COM TAX / HDip (Tax) or related degrees (neg)
• Strong academic background
• Minimum of 5 years experience in Taxation and a demonstrated history of working across various industries and various tax types