6 Tax Preparation jobs in South Africa

US Income Tax Admin Assistant

R240000 - R420000 Y Bookkeepers Without Borders

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About Keystone Bookkeepers

Our mission is to allow entrepreneurs to focus on running their business while we empower them with financial management and meaningful insight to drive their bottom-line.

We are a rapidly growing cloud bookkeeping firm that leverages technology and automation to help us deliver timely and accurate financials to our customers.

About the Role

As a
US Tax Admin Assistant
, you will play a key role in supporting our U.S. tax team by managing client communication, organizing documentation, and assisting with various tax-related workflows. You'll work with cloud-based tools to streamline operations and ensure an exceptional client experience throughout tax season and beyond.

If you're detail-oriented, tech-savvy, and have prior experience in U.S. tax administration or supporting U.S.-based professionals, this role is a great opportunity to grow with a forward-thinking team.

What Your Day to Day Will Look Like

  • Prepare and send client
    engagement letters
  • Manage
    client document intake
    and respond to
    information requests
  • Communicate with clients and help
    schedule meetings
    during tax season
  • Assist tax preparers by gathering additional info or setting up calls as needed
  • Ensure timely and accurate
    delivery of tax returns
    to clients
  • Process and manage
    client billing
  • Use tools like Karbon, Ignition, and Calendly to manage workflows and scheduling
  • Other
    ad hoc administrative tasks
    as required

What You Need to Succeed

  • At least 2 years of experience in
    U.S. Income tax administration
    or supporting U.S.-based clients
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Direct client-facing experience, with proven ability to build strong professional relationships
  • Proficiency with cloud-based tools (e.g.
    Karbon, Microsoft Office, Slack, Loom, Ignition, Calendly
    )
  • With experience in client facing
  • Excellent communication skills — both written and verbal
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines
  • Comfortable working
    independently
    and with a remote team
  • Available to work a
    full-time schedule from 2 PM – 11 PM SAST
    (8 AM – 5 PM ET)
  • Friendly, responsive, and service-oriented mindset

Why Join Us?

  • Flexible, fully remote environment
  • Competitive starting salary –
    R R 35,000/month,
    negotiable based on experience
  • Opportunity to support a growing U.S. tax practice and develop professionally
  • Work with modern, cloud-based systems and tools
  • Collaborative team culture with room to grow as we expand our U.S. tax operations
  • Paid time off (15 PTO, 5 sick days)
  • Opportunity for professional growth through exposure to cutting-edge bookkeeping practices

If you're ready to step into a dynamic role supporting tax professionals and clients alike, we'd love to hear from you. Join us and be part of something exciting as we grow into the U.S. tax space

Our Recruitment Process

In addition to applying, to confirm you have a strong attention to detail, we ask you to do two things. If either of these items is missed, we will unfortunately reject your application.

Keystone Bookkeeper's favorite color is green. After you apply, please email us at

and let us know our favorite color along with a short paragraph as to why you would make an excellent addition to the team.

Our Values

  • Always seek a better way
  • Constantly ask yourself is there a better, more efficient way to do this? Can a process be improved? Can we make our client requests easier/more clear?
  • Delight everyone we work with
  • At our firm, we want each interaction, whether it be a co-worker, client or partner, to be a pleasurable one.
  • Approach everything with humility
  • Every person at our company is just as important as the next. Everyone should be able to speak their minds with respect and those on the other side should receive this feedback openly.
  • Engage in open communication
  • The cornerstone of a good team is how people communicate with one another. It is everyone's duty to provide pertinent information to who they're communicating with to help make everyone's lives easier.

Job Type
: Full-time

Pay: R20 000,00 - R35 000,00 per month

Application Question(s):

  1. How many years of experience do you have working with U.S. clients in an accounting or bookkeeping role?
  2. How many years of experience do you have working in U.S. tax support or tax filing?
  3. Could you please share your experience with QuickBooks Online (QBO) and the number of years you've utilized it?
  4. Have you directly communicated with
    U.S. clients
    or
    local tax authorities
    about filings or compliance matters?

Experience:

  • QBO: 1 year (Required)
  • Bookkeeping: 2 years (Required)
  • US Tax filing: 2 years (Preferred)
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Tax & Accounting Services Manager

R200000 - R250000 Y Mary Moir Consulting

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My client is a client-focused Trust and Investment Management company providing financial planning and investment advice and services to clients planning for, or already in their retirement years. They offer a full range of financial services including: Investment & Portfolio Management, Offshore Financial Services, Trustee Services, Retirement Planning, Local & Offshore Money Market, Estate Planning, Tax Services and Wills. They also offer their own Unit Trust funds to clients and attend to the accounting and administration of said unit trust internally.

This new vacancy has been created within their tax and accounting service teams, at their offices in the Cape Town southern suburbs. This role has a dual focus and is responsible for trust tax and related tax compliance support, as well as individual tax compliance for individual tax-payers who are also investment clients on the company. The role is ideally suited to applicants with previous experience in managing a client-focused tax practice, with a minimum of 8+ years' experience in this area.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Overall Tax and Accounting Services Compliance:
  • Review of legislative changes, and recommendation of changes in business operations, process flows and procedure, once approved at Exco, RCC or Executive Board
  • Key client allocation for family group with complex tax matters
  • Managing service level agreements and 3rd party compliance requirements, where client has sourced external tax and/ or accounting compliance services, where my client is investment manager or Professional Trustee
  • Provide regular training and development opportunities for in-house team on statutory changes and development of relevance to business operations
  • Assist advisory and fiduciary operations in new business initiatives to secure new investment and fiduciary clientele for the business
  • Technical and Specialist queries:
  • assist advisory, fiduciary and consulting operations with specialist queries
  • interface with tax specialist and brief tax attorney on tax dispute resolution measures
  • Management of team members, and accountable to Exco on operations reporting and risk management strategy, ensuring that team commitments and deliverables are met, and communication to clients and advisory and fiduciary team operations is timeously attended to
  • Back up support for team within scope of role, as required.

Key requirements for applicants:

  • Relevant tertiary qualification a necessity: B Com (Accounting) or B Com Honours in Taxation or similar
  • Previous experience in managing a busy, client-focused tax practice
  • Completed accounting or auditing articles preferred
  • Computer literacy a necessity: including MS Excel (advanced); as well as relevant tax package knowledge and previous experience
  • Previous experience in similar function preferred with proven track record (8+ years), including appropriate tax practice management and related risk management experience
  • Previous experience of bulk upload, managing data integrity controls and risks with 3rd parties
  • Fit and proper requirements all in order, and clear
  • Registered Tax Advisor or Tax Practitioner, and all professional credentials in order
  • Ability to work independently and meet deadlines, attention to detail and excellent organisational skills are all competency requirements
  • Clean credit and criminal check, valid, unendorsed drivers' licence and own vehicle are required

PLEASE NOTE:
A half-day or three-quarter-day work option may also be considered for this role.

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Tax & Accounting Consultant

R90000 - R120000 Y Value-Able Consulting

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At Value-able Consulting, we're committed to empowering our clients with strategic financial insights. We're looking for a skilled and motivated Accounting and Tax Consultant to lead daily operations and deliver expert financial services. If you're detail-oriented, tech-savvy, and passionate about excellence—this is your moment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Ensure compliance with GAAP and current financial legislation
  • Analyse financial data and prepare management reports
  • Partner with departments to support financial strategy and decision-making
  • Prepare and review Annual Financial Statements
  • Accurately submit client tax returns
  • Provide professional secretarial services
  • Deliver work with precision, speed, and accuracy
  • Stay up to date with industry developments and regulatory changes

Qualifications & Skills

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting or equivalent
  • SAIPA accreditation or eligibility is a strong advantage
  • 2–5 years of experience in an accounting firm
  • Proficient in Sage One, Pastel, Draftworx, CaseWare, and Microsoft Office
  • Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Work Location: In person

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Private Tax Services Senior Associate

R450000 - R900000 Y PwC

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Management Level

Senior Associate

Job Description & Summary

At PwC, our people in tax services focus on providing advice and guidance to clients on tax planning, compliance, and strategy. These individuals help businesses navigate complex tax regulations and optimise their tax positions.

In private tax at PwC, you will focus on providing personalised tax planning and compliance services to high-net-worth individuals and privately-owned businesses.

Focused on relationships, you are building meaningful client connections, and learning how to manage and inspire others. Navigating increasingly complex situations, you are growing your personal brand, deepening technical expertise and awareness of your strengths. You are expected to anticipate the needs of your teams and clients, and to deliver quality. Embracing increased ambiguity, you are comfortable when the path forward isn't clear, you ask questions, and you use these moments as opportunities to grow.

Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:

  • Respond effectively to the diverse perspectives, needs, and feelings of others.
  • Use a broad range of tools, methodologies and techniques to generate new ideas and solve problems.
  • Use critical thinking to break down complex concepts.
  • Understand the broader objectives of your project or role and how your work fits into the overall strategy.
  • Develop a deeper understanding of the business context and how it is changing.
  • Use reflection to develop self awareness, enhance strengths and address development areas.
  • Interpret data to inform insights and recommendations.
  • Uphold and reinforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.

We are actively recruiting for an experienced Tax Senior Associate

Vacancy at Office: Waterfall (Midrand)

Division: PwC Private Tax Services

Job Title: Senior Associate

The primary focus of the role is to prepare and manage (with the support of the manager/ senior

manager) multiple audit s of tax, compliance and tax accounting assignments in the PwC

Private tax practice and to deliver quality tax services.

Responsibilities of the role:

  • Manage and perform corporate tax accounting assignments.

  • Manage and perform audit of tax assignments.

  • Manage and perform corporate tax compliance assignments, including preparation, review and submission of :

  • Income tax ,

  • Provisional tax return s,

  • SARS verification request,

  • withholdi n g tax returns.

  • Builds new and manages existing client relationships and demonstrates basic knowledge of client's businesses.

  • Liaising with SARS and handling queries raised by SARS.

  • Engage in technical discussions with colleagues and clients and draft written technical responses.

  • Manages multiple clients, budgets and production goals and comply with firm risk policies and procedures.

  • Be able to d emonstrate use of AI tools in deliverables and internal processe s.

Qualifications and experience:

  • BCom Accounting or Post graduate Degree or Diploma in taxatio n completed

  • Completed SAIT articles

  • At least 1 year post SAIT article experience in a corporate income tax position

Skill set required

The ideal candidate will be:

Able to work under pressure in a deadline driven environment;

Able to grasp, navigate and solve complex business processes and problems;

Performance driven;

Digitally fit;

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;

Pro-active;

Well organized;

Able to multitask , yet still pay attention to detail ; and

Eager to learn .

Travel Requirements

Up to 20%

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

No

Job Posting End Date

October 14, 2025

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Accounting and Tax Debt Specialist

Latita Africa

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Latita Africa is a pioneering Pan-African firm at the forefront of driving growth across the continent. We specialize in delivering comprehensive services in tax, legal, advisory, and tax debt management, combining deep industry insight with innovative strategies.

Our offerings span corporate tax planning, individual tax compliance, commercial law, mergers and acquisitions, risk assurance, and financial accounting. Headquartered in the Johannesburg Metropolitan Area, we help clients navigate complex regulatory landscapes and unlock sustainable growth across African markets.

Position:
Accounting & Tax Debt Specialist

Location:
Woodmead, Johannesburg (In-Office)

Experience Required:
Minimum 3 years in accounting, taxation, and/or tax debt resolution

Department:
Accounting / Tax Advisory

Reports To:
Line Manager

Language Requirements:
Bilingual (English & Afrikaans, proficiency required)

Job Summary

We are seeking a Accounting & Tax Debt Specialist who is experienced, analytical, and detail-oriented. The successful candidate will handle complex SARS engagements, manage tax debt portfolios, and oversee accounting functions for a range of clients.

You will be working closely with both individuals and corporate clients, applying your expertise in South African tax legislation, including the Tax Administration Act, VAT Act, and Income Tax Act, to achieve optimal outcomes in compliance and dispute matters.

Key Responsibilities

Tax Compliance & Accounting

  • Reconcile tax accounts (PAYE, VAT, Income Tax, etc.) and ensure accurate submissions
  • Oversee preparation of annual financial statements and monthly management reports
  • Maintain accurate general and tax ledgers
  • Assist with tax computations and submissions for companies, trusts, and individuals
  • Client Advisory & Support
  • Advise clients on SARS notices, penalties, and enforcement actions (e.g. garnishee orders, final demands)
  • Support clients through audits, verifications, and risk reviews
  • Collaborate with internal legal, accounting, and audit teams

Tax Debt Management

  • Assess and manage client tax debt exposure with SARS
  • Negotiate payment arrangements, suspension of payment applications, and compromise agreements
  • Prepare and submit formal SARS representations, objections, and appeals
  • Track, monitor, and follow up on SARS correspondence and payment schedules

Operational Efficiency

  • Ensure compliance with SARS filing deadlines and internal service-level agreements
  • Utilize tax and accounting platforms (SARS eFiling, QuickBooks, CaseWare, etc.)
  • Identify and implement process improvements in tax debt and accounting workflows

Minimum Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Taxation, or Finance (BCom or equivalent)
  • Minimum 3 years' experience in accounting, tax compliance, or tax debt resolution
  • Proficient in SARS eFiling, Microsoft Excel, and accounting software (Xero, Sage, QuickBooks, etc.)
  • Strong working knowledge of South African tax legislation
  • Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple client portfolios simultaneously

Applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements are kindly requested not to apply.

Preferred

  • Professional affiliation (SAIT / SAICA / SAIPA, completed or in progress)
  • Experience in a tax consultancy, legal, or accounting practice
  • Familiarity with SARS dispute resolution procedures and Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)

Salary Range

Market-related, commensurate with experience.

To Apply:

Send your application and CV to

If you have not received a response within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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Payroll Accounting and Tax Consultant

R900000 - R1200000 Y Sappi

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Description

We are hiring
We're on the lookout for an experienced
Payroll Accounting and Tax Consultant
to prepare payroll third party payments and review payroll financial entries for Sappi Limited and its subsidiaries. To support the business to improve processes, people practices and business efficiency. To support the department on all Tax, Accounting and System testing relating to payroll.

As a
Payroll Accounting and Tax Consultant
, you will be responsible to:

  • Prepare payroll third-party payments and ensure payment is executed per the service level agreement
  • Review monthly journals and ensure all the balances are correct
  • Prepare, reconcile and submit the monthly filing of statutory tax returns including the creation and distribution of IRP5s
  • Have a good understanding of calculating employee and employer tax liability
  • Preparation and submission of audit requirements and queries
  • Compile information for manpower budgets and preparation of cash flow forecasting
  • Supervise direct report(s) including KPI discussions and supporting personal development
  • Identify system and process change requirements by engaging with all stakeholders
  • Support the payroll banking function to execute the monthly payroll on an ad hoc basis
  • Maintain sound Payroll Governance and ensure Standard Operating Procedures are in place

What are we looking for?

  • Relevant Payroll or Finance Degree
  • Minimum 3 Years Payroll experience
  • Advanced knowledge of MS Office, Employee Central and SAP FI and HRM
  • Supervisory experience
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