31 Tax Legislation jobs in South Africa

UNU-WIDER is launching a Winter School on tax policy research. The aim of the course is to provide African researchers with an understanding of the theories, methods, and data availability for conducting high quality analysis on tax and development economics. The course will take place in two parts during the period 31 May - 16 July 2022. The deadline for applications is 18 March :59 UTC+2. Part one of the courseis a 3-day online Stata and Statistics bootcamp to be held 31 May – 2 June 2022. Part two is an in-person course for one week, co-hosted with the Department of Economics at Stellenbosch University in Cape Town, South Africa during 11-16 July 2022. The Winter School will provide participants with a toolkit in applied public economics with special focus on the quantitative analysis of tax and public economics in developing countries. Part one will provide participants with a basic understanding of how to use Stata for data analysis and understanding statistical concepts in economics. During part two of the Winter school, participants will take part in lectures given by leading experts from UNU-WIDER’s global network and work intensively in the computer lab to strengthen their quantitative research skills. Beyond providing a methodological toolkit using practical examples, one of the main aims of this course is to sensitize participants to the key factors that make up policy relevant research. This may include innovativeness and the ability to make causal claims. Topics that will be addressed during the course include:1) Taxation and development: A developing country perspective2) Tax incidence and excess burden: Theory and empirics3) Tax evasion and enforcement4) Optimal taxation and redistribution5) International taxation The course will include several researchers from UNU-WIDER — Jukka Pirttilä, Pia Rattenhuber, Amina Ebrahim — and has confirmed participation of other outstanding researchers in the field: Michael Keen, Deputy Director of the IMF’s Fiscal Affairs Department Nadine Riedel, Director of the Institute for Public and Regional Economics at the University of Münster and editor-in-chief of International Tax and Public Finance Mazhar Waseem, Associate Professor of Economics at the Manchester University, Editor at Policy Watch (ITAX), and Research Associate at the Institute of Fiscal Studies (IFS) Ada Jansen, Associate Professor at the Stellenbosch University Beyond providing state-of-the-art methods in empirical analyses adapted to the context of developing countries, the course aims at improving the ability to produce research to support policymaking. To facilitate this, all applicants are requested, when applying for the course, to submit a recommendation letter from their workplace. The course will also support creating South-South links sharing similar interests in other countries. Applications are now open, learn more here. Deadline for applications is 18 March :59 UTC+2. Selection criteria The applicantmust be a researcher or an analyst that hasshown ability and interest to conduct policy-driven research on African economies. Candidates should be fluent in oral and written English and possess good quantitative analytical skills. Application is open to researchers from ministries, revenue authorities, other government agencies, universities, and research institutes in sub-Saharan Africa. Applications from suitably qualified early-career female researchers are particularly encouraged. Course certificates will be issued to participants who join a minimum of 80% of the lectures and practical sessions in both parts of the course. UNU-WIDER will provide successful applicants with a travel grant to cover costs of travel to and from the home institution, accommodation, and most meals during the stay in Cape Town. Backoffice support will also be available to obtain an entry visa to South Africa. Application procedure UNU-WIDER only receives online applications for the UNU-WIDER Winter School. Deadline for submission of applications is 18 March :59 UTC+2via this link. Please take note that the following documents are required when submitting your application: CV A motivational letter A one-page originally written Stata code sample Letter of recommendation. This document must be submitted by its signatory to before 18 March2022 and you must provide her/his name in the application Shortlisted candidates may be requested to take a short test on their quantitative skills (Stata coding, interpretation of regression results etc.). This will take place online. Selected applicants will be informed by e-mail of the final decision within twoweeks of the closing deadline. The selected applicants must confirm their decision to take up the offer within two weeks of being contacted. Please note we do not accept applications received by email or post. Contact If you have questions about the course or experience any problems with the online application, please contact us at the following email address: . Please note that replies may take up to three working days. 31 May - 2 June 2022 Stata and statistics online bootcamp 11-16 July 2022, Cape Town, South Africa 1 articles, publications, projects, experts. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Tax Specialist - Hybrid Position

Our Client based in Sandton, an Accounting, Auditing & Tax Consulting firm, is currently looking for a Tax Specialist. This is a hybrid position.

Key duties would include but are not limited to:

• Registering all tax types
• SARS payment arrangements
• Submission of objections and appeals with SARS
• Manage and submit SARS audits and reviews
• Prepare tax payments
• Submit and track tax returns (Companies, Trusts, and Individuals)
• Provisional tax management and submission
• Organize and update companies tax database
• Recommend tax strategies that align with business goals
• SARS e-filing equipped
• Review and Compilation engagements

Experience/Education:

• Qualifications: B.Com Accounting
• Accountant office background and environment would be preferred.
• Articles: SAIPA/SAICA articles completed or a Tax qualification such as SAIT
• Experience: 5+ years in an auditors/accounting firm
• Programs: Xero, Sage, and Caseware. Additional programs will be of advantage.

Successful candidate must be:

• Equipped and have strong working knowledge of tax compliance matters
• Well equipped in tax admin matters on e-filing
• A good communicator (written and verbal skills)
• Dynamic and motivated
• Able to work on their own and/or in a team
• Fast learner

Package & Remuneration

R40,000.00 to R45,000.00 per month

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Main Purpose:

• Assist the Head of Tax with the day-to-day, month to month operational management of tax technical, tax research, tax training and development within the Tax department.
• Providing consulting services to the partnership Group (Audit Partners) and to Clients of the Firm via the Tax Partner.
• Establishing internal and external market presence thereby contributing to the tax strategy of the tax department.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

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

• Assistance in Tax technical (Research and Development).
• Drafting of Tax opinions for Tax partner review.
• Application for tax rulings to SARS.
• Lodgement of Dispute resolutions to SARS.
• Assist in and develop tax solutions for internal and external clients.
• External Market focus, in line with tax strategy, contribute to external market growth, revenue and market presence.

Qualifications & Experience required:

Non-negotiables:

• Professional with a Bachelors Degree in the field of Commerce or Law.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in Taxation and a demonstrated history of working across various industries and various tax types.

Negotiables:

• Must have recently worked in an accounting, audit or tax consulting firm or equivalent Industry type.

Competencies required:

• Proven knowledge of the South African Tax Legislation.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Able to work well under pressure.
• Logical and analytical thinker.
• Persuasive, assertive and solution driven.
• Strong client focus and service delivery.
• Knowledge and workings of Double Taxation agreements (DTA’s).

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We require a Tax Specialist (hybrid role) in Sandton area. 90% of your work will be with TAX, to ensure statutory tax compliance and provide tax advice within the business.

Minimum Requirements:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Financial Sciences (required)
2. BCom Honours + relevant tax qualification (e.g., MCom Tax, Advanced VAT Diploma, H.Dip Tax)
3. Minimum 3 years relevant experience (corporate or audit firm, ideally in financial services)

Duties and Responsibilities:

VAT Risk Management:

• Conduct VAT reviews across divisions and group companies, including validation of income and expense account classifications, system coding, documentation, and overall VAT treatment through systems and procedures.
• Reconcile VAT accounts and ensure proper documentation is maintained.
• Collaborate with financial managers to resolve outstanding issues and recommend corrective actions.
• Support the implementation of corrective measures, including system changes and policy or procedure updates.
• Assist with audits, address findings, and contribute to solutions.

Advisory:

• Provide VAT advice and opinions on transactions and business structures, ensuring alignment with regulatory guidelines, for internal divisions and related entities.
• Review and advise on indirect tax matters during new product approval processes.
• Prepare VAT ruling requests for submission to SARS when required.
• Assist with external audits and help resolve any issues that arise.

Compliance:

• Manage a portfolio of VAT returns for group companies using data from financial managers and general ledger reports, including e-filing processes.
• Identify opportunities for more accurate VAT allocations by analyzing system data and variance reports.
• Perform VAT apportionment calculations for various entities within the group.
• Manage SARS verification audits and respond to external auditor requests.

Training:

• Deliver training and presentations on tax legislation and updates to relevant business units.
• Contribute innovative tax planning ideas when necessary.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal tax teams and key stakeholders.
• Review and enhance tax systems, procedures, and policies as needed.

PLEASE NOTE : Thank you for your interest in this position. We will review applications and contact suitable candidates.

Due to high application volume, we cannot respond to all individually. Please consider your application unsuccessful if you receive no feedback within 7 days. Your CV will remain in our database for future opportunities.

*** In the meantime, download our EBOOK to understand our process and how we work.

When applying, ensure your CV is in WORD or PDF format, not scanned. Scanned CVs will not be considered. If unable to apply via the provided link, upload your CV on our website: .

We reserve the right to stop or renew this advert. By applying, you accept our POPI Act policy, available on our website.

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Minimum Requirements:

1. Bachelors degree in Financial Sciences (required)
2. BCom Honours + relevant tax qualification (e.g. MCom Tax, Advanced VAT Diploma, or H.Dip Tax)
3. Minimum 3 years relevant experience (corporate or audit firm, ideally in financial services)

Duties and Responsibilities:
VAT Risk Management:

• Conduct VAT reviews across divisions and group companies, including validation of income and expense account classifications, system coding, documentation, and overall VAT treatment through systems and procedures.
• Reconcile VAT accounts and ensure proper documentation is maintained.
• Collaborate with financial managers to resolve outstanding issues and recommend corrective actions.
• Support the implementation of corrective measures, including system changes and policy or procedure updates.
• Assist with audits, addressing findings, and contributing to solutions.

Advisory:

• Provide VAT advice and opinions on transactions and business structures, ensuring alignment with regulatory guidelines, for internal divisions and related entities.
• Review and advise on indirect tax matters during new product approval processes.
• Prepare VAT ruling requests for submission to SARS when required.
• Assist with external audits and help resolve any issues that arise.

Compliance:

• Manage a portfolio of VAT returns for group companies using data from financial managers and general ledger reports, including e-filing processes.
• Identify opportunities for more accurate VAT allocations by analyzing system data and variance reports.
• Perform VAT apportionment calculations for various entities within the group.
• Manage SARS verification audits and respond to external auditor requests.

Training:

• Deliver training and presentations on tax legislation and updates to relevant business units.
• Contribute innovative tax planning ideas when necessary.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal tax teams and key business stakeholders.
• Review and enhance tax systems, procedures, and policies as needed.

PLEASE NOTE : Thank you for your interest in this position, we will review and be in touch if you are suitable.

Due to the amount of applications we receive for each position, we are unable to respond to each one individually. Please accept your application as unsuccessful if you had no feedback within 7 days of applying . Your CV will remain on our database and we will be in touch for other suitable positions.

*** In the meantime, please download our

Minimum Requirements: Bachelors degree in Financial Sciences (required) BCom Honours relevant tax qualification (e.g. MCom Tax, Advanced VAT Diploma, or H.Dip Tax) Minimum 3 years relevant experience (corporate or audit firm, ideally in financial services) Duties and Responsibilities: VAT Risk Management: Conduct VAT reviews across divisions and group companies, including validation of income and expense account classifications, system coding, documentation, and overall VAT treatment through systems and procedures. Reconcile VAT accounts and ensure proper documentation is maintained. Collaborate with financial managers to resolve outstanding issues and recommend corrective actions. Support the implementation of corrective measures, including system changes and policy or procedure updates. Assist with audits, addressing findings, and contributing to solutions. Advisory: Provide VAT advice and opinions on transactions and business structures, ensuring alignment with regulatory guidelines, for internal divisions and related entities. Review and advise on indirect tax matters during new product approval processes. Prepare VAT ruling requests for submission to SARS when required. Assist with external audits and help resolve any issues that arise. Compliance: Manage a portfolio of VAT returns for group companies using data from financial managers and general ledger reports, including e-filing processes. Identify opportunities for more accurate VAT allocations by analyzing system data and variance reports. Perform VAT apportionment calculations for various entities within the group. Manage SARS verification audits and respond to external auditor requests. Training: Deliver training and presentations on tax legislation and updates to relevant business units. Contribute innovative tax planning ideas when necessary. Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal tax teams and key business stakeholders. Review and enhance tax systems, procedures, and policies as needed. PLEASE NOTE : Thank you for your interest in this position, we will review and be in touch if you are suitable. Due to the amount of applications we receive for each position, we are unable to respond to each one individually. Please accept your application as unsuccessful if you had no feedback within 7 days of applying . Your CV will remain on our database and we will be in touch for other suitable positions. In the meantime, please download our EBOOK which will hopefully help you understand our process and how we work. When applying, ensure your CV is in WORD or PDF format, and not scanned. Scanned CVs will not be considered. If you are unable to apply through the link we have provided, please upload your CV to our website . We reserve the right to stop/renew adverts. By applying to our adverts, you accept our POPI Act policy, a copy which be found on our website.

Minimum Requirements: BCom Financial Sciences (required) BCom Honours + relevant tax qualification (e.g. MCom Tax, Advanced VAT Diploma, or H. Dip Tax) Minimum 3 years relevant experience (corporate or audit firm, ideally in financial services) Duties and Responsibilities: Reporting: Prepare quarterly tax reports for group consolidations. Provide tax disclosures for consolidated annual financial statements. Monitor and consolidate future tax relief. Advisory: Offer day-to-day income tax advice. Respond to business-related tax queries. Manage external tax service providers when needed. Compliance: Handle tax accounting for subsidiaries, ensuring accurate effective tax rate (ETR) assessment. Prepare/review tax returns (including annual, provisional, and CFC returns). Manage withholding taxes and tax credits. Track tax payments and monitor tax status. Support African subsidiaries with tax matters. Assist with compliance tasks (e.g. tax clearance certificates). Handle SARS queries and voluntary disclosure programmes (VDPs). Maintain a good relationship with SARS. Training & Innovation: Provide tax training and updates to business areas. Develop innovative tax planning strategies. Build strong relationships within tax teams and across business units. Review and manage tax systems and policies. PLEASE NOTE : Thank you for your interest in this position, we will review and be in touch if you are suitable. Due to the amount of applications we receive for each position, we are unable to respond to each one individually. Please accept your application as unsuccessful if you had no feedback within 7 days of applying . Your CV will remain on our database and we will be in touch for other suitable positions. *** In the meantime, please download our

Duties & Responsibilities

Company and Job Description:
This award-winning, forward-thinking company is looking for a finance professional that can add value to their clients and company through a tax and accounting function. This company is a strong competition in the financial services space, they are well known for their innovative business solutions and unique service offering. This company has experienced exponential growth in the last few years and thereby made a large impact on the industry. Applicants must be an assertive individual who is looking to learn and grow within the company. Applicants must be comfortable with consulting with clients and be open to learning new skills.

Job Description:

• VAT calculations and submissions
• Monthly management accounts
• Drafting of Annual Financial Statements
• Income tax, provisional tax and VAT calculations and submissions
• Providing tax advice to clients
• Dealing with management accounts
• SARS queries
• Liaising with existing clients and development of new clients
• This position does require regular travel to clients

Qualifications and Experience Required:

• Completed Accounting Degree
• SAICA, SAIPA, SAIBA, or SAIT accreditation is essential
• 2 to 4 years taxation experience is preferred
• Sage and CaseWare experience is beneficial

If you are interested in this opportunity or similar positions, please apply directly. For more information contact:

Izane Jooste

Package & Remuneration

R - R - Annually

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Tax Specialist

Our client based in Sandton, an Accounting, Auditing & Tax Consulting firm, is currently looking for a Tax Specialist. This is a hybrid position.

Duties & Responsibilities

Key duties would include but are not limited to:

• Registering all tax types
• SARS payment arrangements
• Submission of objections and appeals with SARS
• Manage and submit SARS audits and reviews
• Prepare tax payments
• Submit and track tax returns (Companies, Trusts, and Individuals)
• Provisional tax management and submission
• Organize and update companies' tax database
• Recommend tax strategies that align with business goals
• SARS e-filing equipped
• Review and Compilation engagements

Desired Experience & Qualification

Experience/Education:

• Qualifications: B.Com Accounting
• Accountant office background and environment preferred
• Articles: SAIPA/SAICA articles completed or a Tax qualification such as SAIT
• Experience: 5+ years in an auditors/accounting firm
• Programs: Xero, Sage, and Caseware. Additional programs will be an advantage.

Successful candidate must be:

• Equipped and have strong working knowledge of tax compliance matters
• Well equipped in tax admin matters on e-filing
• A good communicator (written and verbal skills)
• Dynamic and motivated
• Able to work independently and/or in a team
• A fast learner

Package & Remuneration

R45,000

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