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The Taxation Accountant is a seasoned subject matter expert, responsible for preparing and submitting tax statements and returns for the company.

This role provides advice on financial and tax matters and provides support to ensure tax legislation and planning compliance.

This role takes responsibility for all related documentation, support and research any relevant issues, responding to tax correspondence and assisting with the preparation of the quarterly and annual tax provision and related tax accounting.

Key responsibilities:

• Uses tax form instructions and tax tables to make proper entries on tax submission forms.
• Assists with the development of corporate tax plan that ensure proper reporting of tax planning initiatives.
• Ensures timely and accurate filing of all relevant direct and indirect tax returns.
• Assists with finding tax solution to complicated tax issues or errors from incorrect tax filings.
• Assists with the management of tax software and implement new features and updates as and when required.
• Coordinates specific processes to support the implementation and execution of the taxation cycle in accordance with the relevant laws and regulations.
• Prepares tax returns to ensure their alignment to federal and state income taxes for company at a local level for quarterly and annual federal and related tax compliance.
• Assists with the preparation of the quarterly and annual tax provision and related tax accounting such as the reconciliation of tax data on financial statements.
• Prepares a large number of documents on behalf of the company including written correspondence and documents to be submitted to the relevant taxation bodies.
• Prepares responses related to all types of tax and collates the information required for tax audits and queries raised by taxation regulators in the region.
• Obtains any supporting documents and compiles tax schedules for annual income tax returns.
• Assists with the coordination and reviews of the payment of taxes and remains abreast of developments and trends in their area of focus.

To thrive in this role, you need to have:

• Ability to establish and maintain solid working relationships with stakeholders.
• Excellent planning and organizing skills.
• Good knowledge of accounting processes and procedures.
• Problem analysis and solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to prioritize workload in a fast-paced environment.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and work independently.
• Demonstrates mathematical skills.
• Exhibits deductive reasoning skills.
• Ability to produce a high quality of work.
• Demonstrate high ethics and adherence to company values.
• Precise and meticulous when preparing tax returns and other related documentation.

Academic qualifications and certifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in finance / accounting or related field preferred.
• Registered with a professional body as Tax Practitioner

Required experience:

• Seasoned demonstrated work experience in similar role.
• Seasoned demonstrated work experience in a related environment.
• Seasoned demonstrated experience dealing with internal and external stakeholders.

Workplace type:

Hybrid Working

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Company: Prime Path Advisory – A remote tax strategy firm serving high-income individuals, real estate investors, and small business owners.We are looking for a smart, reliable, and detail-oriented Tax & Finance Advisor to join our remote team. This role is ideal for someone based in the Philippines, India, or South Africa who has strong English communication skills and experience supporting U.S. clients.Responsibilities:

• Respond to tax and finance-related inquiries from leads and clients via email or client portal
• Draft clear, thoughtful replies that reflect U.S. tax planning insights
• Research IRS rules and strategies to support client-specific planning
• Prepare and review U.S. tax returns (1040, 1120S, 1065, Schedule E, etc.)
• Support clients with real estate, business, and entity-level tax strategies
• Support the sales team by answering technical questions from prospects
• Onboard clients and follow up to ensure they progress through the strategy and nothing falls through the cracks
• Help maintain client files, organize deliverables, and document planning notes
• Collaborate with the marketing team on tax-related content, email campaigns, and educational material

Requirements:

• 7+ years of experience in U.S. tax preparation (individual and/or small business returns)
• Familiarity with QuickBooks, Drake, ProSeries, TaxDome, or similar software
• Excellent written English (you'll draft client-facing emails and content ideas)
• Comfortable with IRS research and interpreting publications
• Understanding of common U.S. tax strategies (QBI, S-Corp, SEP IRA, cost segregation, etc.)
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Bonus Points:

• Experience with real estate tax strategies or investor clients
• 3+ years in tax advisory/planning
• Background in marketing or content collaboration

Work Schedule: Full-time (40 hours/week), 9am – 6pm PST (with a 1-hour break)How to Apply:

If you meet the qualifications, please email with the subject line: Tax Advisor Application – 2025.

Include:

• Your CV (attached as a file)
• Credentials & Licenses (e.g., CPA/CA/EA, PTIN, CPE status)
• Work Samples (optional): redacted excerpts of tax memos, client emails, or review notes (remove all PII)
• In the body of your email, please include:
• How many total years of experience you have in U.S. tax preparation (individual and/or small business returns).
• Your location and compensation expectations

Compensation: $2,000 – $3,000 base + up to 25% bonus based on performance

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: R34 662,90 - R51 994,35 per month

Work Location: Remote

CORE PURPOSE OF JOB

To facilitate the learning process in External Auditing, Ethics, Corporate Governance and Taxation for undergraduate and/or postgraduate students, the majority of whom intend to qualify as Chartered Accountants (SA).

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Facilitate the learning process in External Auditing, Ethics, Corporate Governance and Taxation (by taking responsibility for course material, lectures, tutorials, setting and moderating of assessments) for undergraduate and/or postgraduate students, the majority of whom intend to qualify as Chartered Accountants (SA) both day and evening groups.
• Coordinate academic programmes.
• Undertake research and scholarly activities.
• Engage with professional bodies and other stakeholders.
• Perform related administrative duties.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Sound knowledge in the theory and application of External Auditing, Ethics, Corporate Governance and Taxation including recent trends and developments in the field.
• Experience in facilitating learning for undergraduate students intending to qualify as Chartered Accountants (SA).
• Potential to contribute to the creation of knowledge in research and publication.
• Relevant knowledge of research methodologies in the field of External Auditing, Ethics, Corporate Governance and Taxation.
• The innate desire to deliver work of an excellent standard.
• Strong communication (written / verbal) skills.
• Initiative and the motivation to work without needing extensive supervision.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
• Strong administrative skills and attention to detail.

Added advantages and preferences:

• Experience in the facilitation and management of large student groups.
• Experience and a thorough understanding of trending technologies including data and/or accounting analytics.
• Involvement in professional activities or with professional bodies or other stakeholders.

REQUIREMENTS

Candidates should:

• Be a Chartered Accountant (South Africa) (or should have passed the professional examinations and be in the final year of obtaining the designation);
• Be in possession of an honours degree or equivalent NQF level 8 qualification specialising in External Auditing, Ethics, Corporate Governance and Taxation*; and

• Have at least 3 years relevant or related working experience in External Auditing, Ethics, Corporate Governance and/or Taxation and/or the facilitation of learning in undergraduate and/or postgraduate External Auditing, Ethics, Corporate Governance and/or Taxation courses.

• Preference will be given to candidates who have made progress towards a masters degree specialising in External Auditing, Ethics, Corporate Governance or Taxation.

DISCLAIMER:Nelson Mandela University is a designated employer committed to pursuing excellence, diversity, inclusion, and redress in achieving its employment equity targets. Preference will be given to suitably qualified (Race and Gender) candidates in accordance with the University's employment equity targets. No applications will be accepted after the closing date Friday, 26 September 2025.

• • Port Elizabeth | 8am to 5pm | Full-time

    About Our Client
    Our client is a respected professional services firm known for its strong reputation in audit, accounting, and advisory excellence. With offices across South Africa, the firm is committed to integrity, technical precision, and professional growth. Their Port Elizabeth branch offers a collaborative and learning-driven environment where talented professionals can grow their expertise and leadership impact.

    The Role: Tax Compliance Lead
    This position plays a key role in ensuring the firm's tax department delivers exceptional compliance services across individual, trust, and corporate portfolios. The Tax Compliance Lead will manage a team of compliance officers, oversee tax submissions and dispute resolutions, and act as a technical mentor to developing professionals. You'll work closely with partners and senior management to ensure all tax deliverables meet firm standards and SARS requirements.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Lead and supervise the tax compliance team to ensure timely and accurate completion of tax work.

    • Review complex Income Tax and Provisional Tax submissions for companies, trusts, and individuals.

    • Manage SARS-related matters, including objections, appeals, and Tax Ombud submissions.

    • Oversee GreatSoft tax administration and assist with technical queries from team members.

    • Conduct and review detailed tax calculations, reconciliations, and compliance reports.

    • Consult with clients regarding tax queries, updates, and compliance best practices.

    • Liaise with SARS to resolve disputes, manage taxpayer information, and track refunds/payments.

    • Monitor compliance dashboards and report progress and risks to partners.

    • Mentor junior team members and SAIT learners, supporting professional development and performance.

    • Ensure adherence to firm quality standards and relevant professional codes (SAICA, IRBA, IESBA).

    About You

    • Minimum 5 years of experience in a professional tax environment.

    • Relevant tax qualification and Matric with Accounting.

    • Registered Tax Practitioner (or eligible for registration).

    • Deep knowledge of the Income Tax Act, Tax Administration Act, and VAT Act.

    • Experience dealing with SARS and managing complex compliance issues.

    • Skilled in GreatSoft, SARS eFiling, and Microsoft Office.

    • Strong leadership and analytical skills, with an eye for detail.

    • Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

    • Professional, proactive, and committed to continuous improvement.

My client is seeking an experienced Tax Compliance Officer. This role is responsible for individual income tax and related tax compliance support for the broader business. The suitable candidate will have prior individual income tax experience, with a minimum of 5 years of experience.

Responsibilities:

• Completion of return of income, including submission of return to SARS, and calculations of tax payments and ensuring execution of same
• Timeous data capture of all relevant data on tax management tools
• Check assessments and follow-up on errors
• Raise objections to assessments, and attend to enquiries raised by SARS, incl all supporting docs
• Request and remit payments and attend to client refunds from SARS
• Liaison with internal and external clients, and support departments as needed
• Client liaison: timeous response to attending to and resolving all queries; regular and ongoing feedback relating to progress and confirmation of finalisation of matters to internal and external clients

Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience
• Experience in income tax for individuals, including for provisional tax payers
• Computer literacy: MS Office suite and Excel at an intermediate level

Please note that if you have not heard from us within 2 weeks of your application, please consider it as unsuccessful for this particular role. Please do though continue to follow us online and apply for suitable opportunities.

Job description:

Tax / Compliance Accountant

Location: Illovo , Johannesburg

Time Type: Full Time

Responsible for overseeing all tax-related matters for the operational entities East, West and Southern African Countries. This role consolidates responsibility for indirect tax (VAT), direct corporate tax, transfer pricing, and withholding tax compliance, reporting, and advisory support across the region.

Act as a central point of tax expertise within the Shared Service Centre and liaise with local finance teams, external advisors, tax authorities to ensure full compliance and to support strategic tax planning.

Key Responsibilities

Direct Tax (including CIT, WHT, Transfer Pricing and ad hoc requests ).

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of local tax laws and changes across the region and assess their impact on the business;

• Implementation and monitoring of internal controls related to the direct tax treatment of transactions;

• Ensure accurate and timely preparation of monthly, annual and provisional tax calculations (including deferred tax);

• Liaise with finance departments to ensure accurate recording and reporting of tax journals based on the tax calculations performed;

• Handle all matters related to Withholding Tax compliance and advise on treaty applications and interpretations;

• Monitor and manage the preparation of annual Transfer Pricing local files in support to the Group Tax Transfer Pricing team;

• Ensure accurate and timely filing of Corporate Income Tax, Provisional Tax, Withholding Tax and other relevant returns;

• Lead tax audits and correspondence with tax authorities, ensuring appropriate risk management and resolution strategies;

• Coordinating and responding to direct tax audit requests (both internal and external audits);

• Manage relationships with external tax advisors and coordinate local tax filings and requirements as needed;

• Identify training opportunities for Shared Services' staff and ERP systems configuration changes necessary to increase the accuracy and completeness of the direct tax returns.

Indirect Tax (VAT)

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of local VAT laws and changes across the region and assess their impact on the business;

• Implementation and monitoring of internal controls related to the VAT treatment of transactions;

• Ensure accurate and timely preparation of the monthly VAT control account reconciliations including liaising with the finance departments to ensure processing of required journal entries;

• Ensure accurate and timely preparation of monthly VAT calculations and filing of the VAT returns, including supplementary returns (such as SAFT) where required;

• Lead VAT audits and correspondence with tax authorities, ensuring appropriate risk management and resolution strategies;

• Coordinating and responding to VAT audit requests (both internal and external audits);

• Identify training opportunities for Shared Services' staff and ERP systems configuration changes necessary to increase the accuracy and completeness of the VAT calculations and returns.

Requirements

• Minimum qualification : Bachelor's degree in Tax, Accounting, or related field. (it will be advantageous to have a Professional Certification (CA(SA), HDIP Tax, MCom in Tax)

• Advanced skills on MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook

• Minimum 3 years' experience in tax roles, ideally within a multinational or shared service environment.

• Strong knowledge of VAT, Corporate Income Tax, Transfer Pricing, and Withholding Taxes.

• Knowledge of internal controls, process and procedures required.

• Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

• Proven ability to manage cross-border tax issues and work with diverse teams and stakeholders. Ability to establish and maintain strong relationships

• Realization, value creation, ROI and the achievement of results and outcomes

• Experienced in business development and process optimization with Finance/Tax Function

• Forward-looking with a holistic approach to operations and finance/taxation

• Organized with a natural inclination for planning strategy and tactics

• Able to work effectively at all levels in an organization

• Acute business acumen and understanding of organizational issues and challenges

Added advantages

• SARS EFiling knowledge & experience

• Advanced excel skills

•
• Experience in African jurisdictions

Join a dynamic accounting firm and be part of a collaborative, high-performing team that values initiative, ownership, and professional growth. You'll gain exposure to a diverse range of clients while managing your own portfolio and making a real impact.

What the role is all about:

You'll be responsible for full-spectrum tax compliance and client consulting across a portfolio of clients. This is a hands-on role that blends technical precision with client interaction and would be perfect for someone who enjoys working independently within a supportive team.

Key responsibilities:

• Manage a tax compliance portfolio of approximately 300 clients
• Complete and submit annual and provisional income tax returns
• Review and object to SARS assessments; handle dispute resolution
• Apply for tax clearances and directives
• Prepare and submit dividends tax returns
• Attend SARS appointments and verification processes
• Consult with clients and respond to tax-related queries

What we're looking for:

• Relevant Degree with a PGD in tax or PA(SA) / AGA(SA)
• 5+ having independently managed a portfolio of clients
• Deep experience in
  corporate tax
  with an understanding of the accounting behind tax
• Strong working knowledge of SA tax legislation and SARS processes
• Proficient in interpreting financials (IFRS & IFRS for SMEs) and using platforms like CaseWare, Xero, or Greatsoft

If you don't hear back from us within 2 weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful. But stay in touch — follow us online and keep an eye out for future opportunities.

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.