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Job Purpose

To provide tax advice and tax compliance services to a wide range of clients who operate in all sectors. To continually assist and ensure that the Clients receive excellent tax compliance service and thus build and maintain relationships that support the PKF Octagon culture and values. Quality, accuracy and Client service is of paramount importance and is a specific requirement of this position.

Recruiter:

PKF Octagon

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Date posted:

Thursday, June 19, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:

POSITION INFO:

Job Purpose

To provide tax advice and tax compliance services to a wide range of clients who operate in all sectors. To continually assist and ensure that the Clients receive excellent tax compliance service and thus build and maintain relationships that support the PKF Octagon culture and values. Quality, accuracy and Client service is of paramount importance and is a specific requirement of this position.

Main Responsibilities And Accountabilities

The successful applicant will be required to handle (but is not limited to) the following:

• Prepare Objections for submission to SARS and submit to SARS as required by the Client and Partners. To liaise directly with the relevant Partner before the submission is made to SARS.
• Attend to Objections from start to finish ensuring quality of service and accuracy of output and acting in the best interests of the Client.
• Ensure ongoing follow up and tracking with SARS on all tax related matters, including the objections and submission, on behalf of the Client.
• Take the IT registrations, Tax Clearance, Tax Applications and Objections to SARS and ensure they are properly received.
• To accurately process and log all information on GreatSoft.
• Perform the role of a Client liaison on all tax related matters, ensuring the Client relationship is maintained and excellent services provided.
• Provide continuous and accurate feedback to the relevant Client and Partners.
• Attend to the accurate completion of all tax returns.
• Provide feedback to Partners on the progress of tax returns that you are working on for them.
  
  

• Must have at least 5 years of experience in a Tax Compliance role at an Audit and Accounting firm.
• Matric and completed a relevant tax related degree or diploma
• Must know the latest industry and tax rules and legislation.
• Must be computer literate, must know specifically GreatSoft and SARS e-filing.
  
  

• Able to apply one’s mind to tax issues.
• Able to interpret information to ensure the maximum benefit to the firm and clients.
• Constantly kept abreast of changes in the industry and able to interpret these changes to the benefit of the firm and clients.
• Accountable, responsible, delivery orientated.
• Strive to constantly add value.
• Able to plan work flow methodically.
• Able to work well under pressure.
• Ensure professional and positive attitude at all times.
• Display excellent communication skills (both verbal and written).
• Self-motivated, driven and determined.
• Team player.
• Ensures attention to detail and quality of output.
  
  
  
  

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Legal
• Industries Advertising Services

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Vacancy at Office: Johannesburg / Gqeberha

Division: Global Compliance Services

Line of Service: Tax Services

Job Title: Senior Associate

Please note that we require a candidate with a strong background in Corporate Tax Compliance

Candidates will be considered from Johannesburg, Port Elizabeth or Cape Town

Global Compliance Services ('GCS') is a specialised team within Tax and Legal Services using custom built software and tailored work processes to ensure efficient and effective tax compliance services for our clients. GCS has a vacancy for a corporate tax senior associate to assist with providing various corporate income tax compliance services to its clients, and performing related administrative tasks. The role will also entail assisting with various technology projects including the development and attending to legislative updates on our web based Internal Tax Calculation application.

Duties:

• Preparation of corporate income tax returns and supporting

schedules using electronically captured data.

• Calculation of provisional tax payments and preparation of IRP6

Provisional Tax returns.

• Checking of income tax assessments.
• Liaising with managers regarding clients' affairs.
• Assisting with the management of a portfolio of compliance clients.
• Maintaining client records and related correspondence, including

preparation of applicable documentation and correspondence.

• Attending to queries raised by SARS and general liaison with SARS

regarding clients' affairs.

• Ensuring that clients' tax compliance affairs are kept up to date and

that SARS deadlines are met.

• Complying with Tax risk management procedures.
• Delivering quality tax services.
• Keeping abreast with changes in Tax Legislation.
• Wip and debtor management.
• Assisting with the automation of processes using technology.
• Developing and attending to updates to our web based tax calculation tool.

Key Performance Areas:

The successful applicant should:

• Have knowledge and experience in the application of the Income Tax Act.
• Be computer literate and have a working knowledge of MS Powerpoint, Word and Excel. Knowledge of Google suite will be advantageous.
• Have good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Have the ability to prioritise and work under pressure.
• Have the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Be accurate and have good judgmental, numerical and analytical skills.

• Be able to pay attention to detail and have the ability to follow

through on tasks.

• Be well organised.
• Be motivated and confident.
• Be fluent in English and be able to draft correspondence in English.

Be committed to assisting with the growth of the Global Compliance Services team.

Qualifications and experience:

• An accounting degree or similar qualification.
• Tax qualification
• Experience in income tax and the experience with the preparation of

corporate income tax returns and related matters will be advantageous. At least 3-4 years experience in Tax is required.

• Strong interest in using technology to improve processes or solve problems is a must.
• Strong understanding of business processes.

Shift Pursuit is partnering with an audit, accounting and tax firm in Johannesburg. We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Tax Compliance Officer to join their team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in individual tax and be confident in handling a variety of SARS-related matters.

Requirements:

• Tax-related certification (essential)
• Own vehicle and valid driver’s license (essential)
• Fluent in Afrikaans

Key Performance Areas:

• Completion and submission of individual tax returns
• Calculation and submission of provisional tax returns
• Application for Tax Clearance Certificates
• Performing accurate tax calculations
• Lodging objections against incorrect assessments
• Managing SARS queries and correspondence
• Responding to client emails in a timely and professional manner

Ready to take your career to the next level? Apply today!

Start your professional career today and send your updated CV to or give us a call on and one of our consultants will be in touch if you meet the requirements.

Correspondence will only be conducted with short-listed candidates. Should you not hear from us within 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Tagged as: Afrikaans, Edenvale, Johannesburg, Tax, Tax Compliance Officer

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)