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Tax Compliance Administrator
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My client, a reputable Accounting firm based in Somerset West, has a vacancy for a Tax Compliance Administrator. Tax administration experience, (preferably in a professional practice) with computerised administration systems and knowledge of E-filing essential.
Requirements:- Grade 12 level of education
- Minimum two years’ administrative work experience
- Proficient in Afrikaans and English
- Familiar with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
- Excellent administration and interpersonal skills
- Administering tax compliance for a portfolio of high-net-worth groups, including companies, trusts, and individuals
- Liaising daily with clients and SARS, and attending to all tax-related matters
- Capturing income tax returns, assessments, receipts, and provisional tax returns on Greatsoft
- Managing client queries using GreatSoft
- Preparation of supporting documents relating to tax registrations, including income tax, VAT, customs and excise, and tax exemption applications
- Applying for tax clearances, including Approved International Transfers
- Assisting with various compliance-related matters relating to income tax- and provisional tax assessments
In addition, the following experience and knowledge will be advantageous, but is not a requirement in terms of the position:
- Tax administration experience, preferably in a professional practice with computerised administration systems such as Greatsoft
- Basic knowledge in the workings of E-filing.
Tax Compliance Officer
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Are you an experienced tax professional looking to take the next step in your career? We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated individual to join our team, where you will manage a diverse client portfolio and work directly with Partners. This role offers exposure to a wide range of tax matters – from individual and corporate returns to trusts, exempt institutions, and SARS compliance. If you thrive under pressure, enjoy client interaction, and are eager to grow within a collaborative environment, this opportunity is for you.
Duties and ResponsibilitiesManage Client portfolio and liaise directly with Partner
Completion of Client tax returns in respect of the following:
- IT12(individual) – Requesting information, calculating and completing of individual clients tax returns including tax computations and schedules, meet with client and Partner
- IT12EI (Exempt institutions)
- IT12TR (Trusts)
- IT14 (Companies and CC’s)
- IT14SD (Supplementary Declaration)
- IT3D reconciliations for non-profit organisations
- IT3T reconciliations for Trusts
- Submission of supporting documents to SARS
- Calculation of IRP6 provisional tax returns in respect of the first, second and third periods. Payment letters sent to clients and
Submission of provisional returns to SARS
- Completion of IT56/DWT returns in respect of STC/DTW payable on dividends declared by companies including interest calculations
- Download, capturing and checking of assessments and preparation of letters
- Resolving queries from SARS and clients regarding all tax matters.
- Completion of IT144 returns in respect of donations made by clients
- Completion of application forms for registration in respect of Income Tax, VAT, PAYE, UIF, SDL and Workman’s Compensation, Customs and Exporters
- Meeting and liaising with clients regarding tax matters when necessary
- Application for Tax Clearance Certificates in respect of good standing, tenders, immigration and foreign investments
- Application for Tax Directives
- Following up on Tax Refunds and assessments not yet finalised by SARS
- Maintaining Tax Database i.e. data capturing, add /edit clients etc
- Checking new clients tax status when taking on
- Register new clients and maintain client data base on e-filing
- Notify SARS of deregistration, change of year ends, conversions and name changes
- Meeting with SARS tax practitioners unit to resolve client queries urgently
- Attending to EMP501 reconciliations and IRP5 / IT3(a) certificates including gathering & compiling payroll schedules
- Tax billings
- Requesting SARS print outs for audit purposes
- Send clients correspondence regarding tax deadlines
- Keep up to date with SARS amendments to the tax act
- Tax training to clerks, vac students and shadow workers, training of junior staff and completion of PR on work done
- Completion and submission of PAYE and VAT returns
- Checking of tax computations for companies and exempt intuitions
- Completing of tax exemption application forms with SARS and NPO registrations with The Department of Social Development
- Dealing with SARS monitoring office in respect of non-compliance issues with SARS
- Dealing with SARS’s Large Business Centre with regards to various queries
- Preparation of ADR’s, notice of objections, disputes to penalty assessments, notice of appeals in respect of Income tax, PAYE and VAT
- Calculation of Capital Gains including time apportionment methods
- Attending to taxpayers amnesty applications with SARS
- Completion of estates tax calculations and preparation of tax returns until DOD as well as Post DOD including the income tax registration for Post DOD. Attending to engagement letters and general power of attorneys required for tax work to be done.
- Completion of turnover tax returns
- Dealing with SARS collections department in respect of deferred arrangement applications and application for compromise
- Salary structure
- Analysis of PAYE, IT and VAT accounts and preparation of reconciliation thereof Activate suspension codes on VAT and PAYE accounts
You should:
- Be proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint
- Have good communication and organisational skills
- Be able to work as part of a highly successful team
- Be able to prioritise work
- Be accurate and confident in your work
- Be able to handle pressure
- Be self-motivated
- Take initiative
- Take responsibility for work done
- Be realistic about the expected delivery time of work
- Be proactive in obtaining information from clients when needed
- Be enthusiastic and positive about your work
- Be cooperative towards clients and colleagues
- Be open to suggestions and constructive criticism
In line with MGI Bass Gordon’s employment equity and transformation objectives, preference may be given to suitably qualified candidates from the designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act. All suitably qualified candidates, however, are encouraged to apply.
Salary range for the role: R40 000 – R48 000 CTC per month.
#J-18808-LjbffrTax Compliance Supervisor
Posted 2 days ago
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Short Summary of the purpose of the role:
Assisting with the supervision of the tax department staff. Advise staff on tax compliance-related issues. Assist tax manager with the research of tax information, processing of tax queries, and liaising with SARS. To assist with the management of the flow of work and ensure quality delivery of work outputs of tax staff in relation to audits, income tax returns, provisional tax returns, Tax Ombud complaints, objections, appeals and tax exemption applications. Assist tax manager with the dispute resolution process and responsible for the follow-up of all disputes.
Academic Qualifications Required:
Grade 12 with accounting as a subject
Tax or other relevant qualifications with a decent track record of work experience (5 years)
Experience in a tax environment is essential
Registered Tax Practitioner or eligibility to be registered
Skills, Competencies and Experience:
Skills
Interpersonal skills
Numeric skills
Ability to interpret and apply the Income Tax Act, Tax Administration Act and VAT Act for various tax
related projects.
Ability to work meticulously with minimum supervision
Experience
Liaising with SARS (proven track record of SARS appointments)
Strong knowledge of tax compliance processes
Fair competency with regard to the interpretation of tax law
Required Computer Packages:
Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook Express)
GreatSoft
SARS E-Filing
Working knowledge of Income Tax Act and Tax Administration Act
Working knowledge of the SARS dispute resolution process
LexisNexis (A fair understanding would be advantageous)
Key Duties and Responsibilities Key Performance Indicators:
- Assist in the supervision of the tax department staff
- Assist tax manager and compliance officers with the completion of complex Income Tax Returns
- Assist the tax manager with the administration of provisional tax and meeting deadlines
- Assist with the monitoring of the whole dispute resolution process, including drafting objections, appeals, complaints and the Tax Ombud complaints
- Consulting and advising clients with basic tax queries
- Assist with the preparation and review of complex tax calculations and returns on behalf of clients (companies and individuals)
- Assist the tax manager with the initial completion of SARS response letters and ensure that all deadlines are adhered to
- Responsible for communicating the refund list to the partners
- Oversee the administration of SARS-related documentation received, i.e., assessments and other SARS notifications
- Assist and advise compliance officers of matters relating to the completion of returns and tax administration
- Assisting compliance officers with GreatSoft-related problems in terms of tax
- Provisional tax runs monthly and SARS Provisional Tax queries
- Controlling Greatsoft-related problems in terms of tax
- Ensure the delivery of documents, returns, and payments to SARS at the end of each month
- Ensure that payments requested from clients are regularly followed up on
- Assisting tax manager to ensure that all lists are updated and followed up by compliance officers monthly and sent to each partner refunds, payments, disputes, and tax returns
- Assist with resolving any disputes on assessments and accounts from SARS, relating to Income Tax
- Assist with Tax Exemption applications and the preparation thereof
- SARS liaison for the resolution of complex tax queries
- SARS visits for updating of banking details and taxpayer particulars and other queries.
- SARS appointments for all the directors
- Ensure that all tax queries and compliance matters for the directors of PKF(PE) are logged and the progress thereof monitored
- Responsible for the SAIT learners and their relevant training
- Monthly meetings with the tax manager to report on the progress of all tax-related matters
- Ensure team members meet with respective Directors on unsubmitted lists
- Compliance with the firms System of Quality Management (SOQM), policies and procedures.
- Compliance with the firms Employee Code of Conduct which consists of the firms HR policies, SAICA, IRBA and IESBA Codes of Conduct.
TAX COMPLIANCE OFFICER
Posted 3 days ago
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Reference: CPT -NP-1
Cape Town Hybrid position
The role is hybrid based with office and home office, with agreed regular office time to manage and coach staff.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Complete Individual, Corporate and Trust Income Tax Returns
- Complete Provisional Income Tax Returns 6 monthly within the deadlines
- Ensuring that all clients are tax compliant.
- Reconciling and completing additional returns and queries ie, Income Tax Audits, DWT Returns and Donations Tax Returns
- Compiling Notice of Objections (NOO), Notice of Appeal (NOA)
- Preparing Tax Audit Responses for the client as and when necessary
- Arrange Tax Compliancy to ensure Tax Clearance Certificate including foreign investment certificates.
- Prepare applications to Waiver interest and Penalties.
- Compiling and assisting the Company’s External Associate with Tax Compromises and Deferments.
- Prepare and file with SARS repayment arrangements for clients.
- Ensure internal controls are complied with including the invoicing timeously of all tax work performed.
- 4 – 5 years of minimum experience in tax practice.
- Related professional qualification and membership of an accounting/tax body is preferred.
- Deadline focused, detailed and accurate.
- Excellent communication skills – both verbal and written.
- Needs to be fluent in English and Afrikaans
- Experience with ProfSoft, e-Filing, and SARS
If you would like to apply or receive more information about this position, please:
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- Forward a comprehensive CV to with “TAX COMPLIANCE OFFICER ” in the subject line.
We thank all candidates for their interest and advise that only those under consideration will be contacted.
#J-18808-LjbffrTax Compliance Officer
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- Moore Stellenbosch is excited to offer a tax compliance officer opportunity within our esteemed auditing firm.
- We wholeheartedly welcome your ambition and commitment. We're equally committed to your growth and will provide all the necessary resources and mentorship to guide you.
- At Moore, we place immense value on our staff and invest heavily in the future of our employees. Our workplace culture is inclusive, collaborative, and supportive, empowering each of our employees to reach their full potential.
- You will also enjoy a supportive, friendly and flexible working.
- Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :
- Technically competent i.e. knowledge of the Income Tax Act.
- Basic knowledge of VAT, PAYE, and other taxes.
- Knowledge of how SARS works.
- Aptitude for figures.
- Ability to multi-task.
- Good people and communication skills
- Ability to work to deadline
- Good problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work well under pressure.
- WIP management and achieving fee target
Minimum Work Experience :
- Three years of work experience in the tax / compliance environment.
Minimum level of Education / Qualifications Required :
- Diploma-, Graduate- or Post-Graduate degree in Tax or Accounting
- Successfully completed SAIT, SAIPA or SAICA Traineeship
Duties and Responsibilities
- To manage a portfolio of clients.
- Assist partners and clients with tax affairs.
Tax Compliance Officer
Posted 8 days ago
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Position: Tax Compliance Officer
Office location: Johannesburg (Bedfordview)
Job Description:
- Preparation and compilation of SARS Tax Clearance documents
- Assistance with verifying Tax Compliance of clients
- Relationship management with external Tax Practitioner on SARS Tax Clearance submissions
- Working within a tax and exchange control team to efficiently deal directly with client queries
- Keeping the system (CRM) up to date with client progress and approvals
- Relationship management with affiliates
- Preparation and compilation of Emigration documents
- Liaising with the various teams at our banking partners to ensure SARS TCC's and emigration processes are in place for clients to trade
Education, experience and skills:
- A Bachelor's Degree (at minimum)
- Work experience of at least 1 year within Fiduciary Services / banking / Exchange Control department
- Extremely comfortable with being client facing
- Proficiency in Word, Excel, e-filing and Salesforce (advantageous)
- General office administration
- FAIS RE5 (within the first 3 months, if not already obtained)
- SAIT registration
Remuneration: Salary package offers a basic salary and will join the company incentive structure. The package includes a standard Medical Aid contribution and Death and Disability covered by the company.
#J-18808-LjbffrTax Compliance Officer
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Join to apply for the Tax Compliance Officer role at Ultimate Search Consultants
OverviewJob Title: Fund Accountant
Department: Finance
Location: City of Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Responsibilities- Assist with the supervision and mentoring of trainee fund accountants and fund accountants
- Liaise and assist the external auditors to ensure that the audit is conducted timeously
- Preparation of monthly, quarterly, annual NAVs and management accounts
- Preparation of statutory annual financial statements
- Liaising with fund managers, brokers and custodians to ensure that issues are resolved and to communicate and obtain relevant information
- Ensure that listing and compliance requirements are met
- The candidate must be very presentable and articulate
- Newly qualified CA(SA) (completing articles in December 2018 or January 2019)
- Ms Office Suite experience
- Salary of R360 – R400 000 CTC per annum
- Entry level
- Full-time
- Accounting/Auditing and Finance
- Business Consulting and Services
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Tax Compliance Consultant
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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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#J-18808-LjbffrTax Compliance Officer
Posted 25 days ago
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- Matric with accountancy.
- Minimum of 3 years experience in a similar role.
- Experience in completing income tax returns.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Open Office, and/or Lotus.
- Experience with Tax Planner computer program.
- Experience with Professional Series (Accfin).
- Generate Provisional Tax Return list from GreatSoft for designated clients.
- Assist with calculating provisional tax estimates as required.
- Ensure provisional tax letters are generated via eDocs and sent to clients after finalising lists.
- Submit all Provisional Tax Returns via GreatSoft upon receiving signed letters, ensuring deadlines are met.
- Complete Income Tax returns based on financial statements from the Audit and Bookkeeping Departments or obtained from clients.
- Attach necessary documentation to tax returns to prevent queries and revise assessments from SARS.
- Forward completed tax returns for client signatures and lodge with SARS promptly.
- Handle SARS queries related to Income Tax returns at the discretion of the relevant director.
- Monitor submission deadlines for relevant directors to ensure timely filing.
- Apply to SARS for client registration on eFiling where necessary.
- Draft assets and liabilities statements, capital reconciliations, and tax computations.
- Calculate third and additional top-up payments when required.
- Ensure finalisation of verifications or audits.
- Follow up on payments and refunds due by/to clients and ensure timely communication.
- Check assessments against original tax calculations to identify discrepancies.
- Inform the Tax Manager of differences for potential objections.
- Identify and communicate additional assessments for review and possible objection.
- Manage general administration concerning eFiling, GreatSoft, and eDocs.
- Perform any other tasks reasonably expected.
- Request SARS to remit penalties and apply for various tax directives as needed.
Salary: Market-related.
#J-18808-LjbffrTax Compliance Officer
Posted 25 days ago
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Financial Planner - Gauteng Locations for Gauteng Region: Gauteng Centurion, Nelspruit, Welkom, Bethlehem, Polokwane, Witbank, Middelburg, Thohoyandou, Hazyview
Job Family: Sales and Services
Career Stream: Sales
Leadership Pipeline: Manage Self: Technical
FAIS Affected: Yes
Job PurposeTo provide financial expertise and wealth creation advice to Nedbank clients in order to make Nedbank the great place to bank.
Job Responsibilities- Analyse clients' financial statuses to determine their expenses, income, insurance coverage, financial objectives, tax status, risk tolerance, or other information needed to develop a bespoke financial plan.
- Examine and suggest financial solutions and strategies for the financial plan (plan for life).
- Assist clients in implementing their plans and carry out financial transactions.
- Review clients' portfolios and plans on a regular basis to customize the financial plans according to clients' changing life or economic circumstances, needs and requirements.
- Maintain updated knowledge of regulations, practices and financial products in order to maintain fit and proper status.
- Demonstrate an understanding of structuring, presenting and reviewing financial plans to individuals and legal entities.
- Display knowledge of approved products and services and continuously up-skill oneself on product and industry development.
- Understand the appropriate rules and regulations of the industry and the bank and apply them, maintaining full compliance.
- Build a sustainable and profitable practice.
- Participate and attend all business engagements to build and strengthen relationships.
NQF Level: Matric / Grade 12 / National Senior Certificate Diploma
Essential Qualification: FSCA Qualification is essential
Preferred Qualification: Certificate: Financial Planning
Minimum Experience LevelRole specific / 1 - 5 years Financial Planning experience
Technical / Professional Knowledge- Administrative procedures and systems
- Data analysis
- Relevant software and systems knowledge
- Relevant regulatory knowledge
- Banking knowledge
- Banking procedures
- Cluster Specific Operational Knowledge
- Business principles
- Business terms and definitions
- Governance, Risk and Controls
- Sales Disposition
- Building Trusting Relationships
- Energy
- Adaptability
- Continuous Learning
Please contact the Nedbank Recruiting Team at
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