Are you a tax professional with a sharp eye for detail and a passion for compliance? Join a dynamic finance team where your expertise in direct and indirect tax can drive real business value. My client based in Cape Town CBD is hiring a Tax Accountant to manage and optimise their Group's tax compliance, reporting and planning functions. This is a hands-on role with exposure to both local and international tax matters, ideal for someone who thrives on technical challenges and continuous learning.
What you'll be doing :
- Ensure accurate compliance with direct and indirect tax legislation, including VAT, import VAT and withholding taxes
- Prepare company income tax returns, provisional tax calculations and year-end tax computations
- Maintain monthly tax account reconciliation's and manage the tax asset register
- Conduct tax research and collaborate on tax-related projects with internal and external stakeholders
- Contribute to Accounting and Tax Forums, including IFRS impact reviews and AFS preparation
- Train internal teams on tax matters relevant to their functions
What we're looking for :
Bachelor's degree in Commerce with a strong tax focus2-5 years of tax-specific experienceSolid understanding of financial accounting and IFRSExcellent Excel skills and proficiency in MS OfficeExperience with regulatory bodies; retail sector experience is a bonusDetail-driven, proactive, and comfortable working under pressureWhat's in it for you :
Be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking finance teamExposure to international tax and strategic projectsOpportunity to contribute to group-level forums and initiativesReady to bring structure, insight, and impact to a high-performing finance team? Apply now.
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