Head, Tax
AnanziJohannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa17 hours ago
Job description5+ years deep in personal income tax (PIT) – audit, QA, or supervisory experience mandatory. Rock‑solid knowledge of Canadian PIT rules (bonus : Saudi Arabia, UK, US tax savvy). Proven ability to review tax cases critically and deliver actionable feedback. Experience mentoring or leading junior tax professionals to excellence. Eagle‑eyed attention to detail & process‑driven mindset – nothing slips through. Bonus Firepower : experience in tax audits, QA, or regulatory inquiries; familiarity with CRA audits, notices of assessment, or appeals; using CRMs or tax tech platforms; designing audit checklists, SOPs, or training frameworks. Command PIT claim reviews to guarantee accuracy and compliance. Detect risk patterns & recurring errors – then crush them. Lead team training that boosts knowledge and consistency to pro‑level. Continuously refine SOPs and drive process innovation. Be the go‑to escalation point for the toughest, highest‑risk tax challenges. Track audit trends, resolution rates & QA metrics like a data ninja. Partner with ops & tech squads to turbocharge workflow efficiency. Lead quality assurance in a high‑impact, mission‑critical role. Thrive in a tech‑enabled, cutting‑edge tax environment. Earn USD pay while working in vibrant Johannesburg. Grow fast, lead bigger, and join a team that values ownership & excellence. 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 relevant correspondence, including preparation of applicable documentation and correspondence. Attending to queries raised by SARS and general liaison with SARSE. 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. Knowledge and experience in the application of the Income Tax Act. Computer literate and working knowledge of MS PowerPoint, Word and Excel. Knowledge of Google Suite is advantageous. Good communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to prioritize and work under pressure. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Accurate and good judgmental, numerical and analytical skills. Attention to detail and ability to follow through on tasks. Well organized. Motivated and confident. Fluent in English and able to draft correspondence in English. Committed to assisting with the growth of the Global Compliance Services team. Accounting degree or similar qualification. Experience in income tax and preparation of corporate income tax returns and related matters. At least 3‑4 years experience in tax. Strong interest in using technology to improve processes or solve problems. Strong understanding of business processes. Consolidate general ledgers and trial balances from Xero, Sage 300, and iScala into a single system. Drive year‑end close, including post‑adjustment journals for banks, VAT, payables, receivables, term loans, IFRS 9 ECL, IFRS 16 leases, valuations, and depreciation. Prepare group financial statements in full IFRS / IAS compliance, including elimination journals, cash‑flow workings, shareholder loans, covenant schedules, and disclosures. Draft and defend complex accounting position papers on revenue recognition, financial instruments, business combinations, share‑based payments, and more. Plan and manage end‑to‑end external audit engagements, sample testing coordination, query tracking, status dashboards, and discussion with external auditors. Produce comprehensive audit working papers, supervise fieldwork, and secure sign‑off within covenant deadlines. Prepare SARS submissions : VAT, PAYE, income tax, and provisional tax. Compute current and deferred tax for financial statements and SARS to reconcile to the general ledger. Handle SARS queries and audits. Optimize effective tax rate via loss utilization, s12L incentives, withholding mechanics, and cash‑flow timing. Manage and advise on capital gains tax, withholding tax and efficient tax structuring. Migrate the fixed asset register from Excel to an automated module, embedding controls over additions, disposals, and impairments. Manage depreciation, revaluations, and componentisation in line with IAS 16 and IFRS 13. Lead annual physical verifications, asset tagging, and reconciliation to the general ledger. Champion data integrity between source ERPs and consolidation models. Shorten the close calendar; author standard operating procedures and maintain accounting manuals. Mentor finance controllers on IFRS nuances and audit readiness. Qualified CA(SA) with at least 5 years post‑articles experience in group reporting or audit. Deep command of IFRS, IAS, and companies act, adept at drafting technical memorandums. Proven track record of consolidating entities. Hands‑on experience with SARS e‑Filing, transfer‑pricing regulations. Advanced Excel skills. Strong stakeholder management : auditors, bankers, EXCO, and SARSE. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
Tax Manager – Personal Income Tax (PIT)
Overview : NOW HIRING – Personal Income Tax (PIT), Canada, In‑Office, Johannesburg, Monday to Friday, 3 : 00 PM to 12 : 00 AM. Full‑time. Leadership + Quality Assurance Power Player. Perks : spa access, an in‑house barista, monthly team bonding, and company dinners twice a week. Are you obsessed with accuracy, compliance, and owning tax quality like a boss?
Responsibilities :
- Lead and coordinate internal audits, enforce regulatory compliance, and mentor a high‑potential team of tax analysts.
- Own the entire QA game in a fast‑moving, tech‑driven environment where getting it right the first time is non‑negotiable.
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Tax Compliance Specialist – Senior Associate
Overview : Tax Compliance Specialist posted today. Vacancy at Office : Johannesburg / Gqeberha. Division : Global Compliance Services. Line of Service : Tax Services. Job Title : Senior Associate.
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Group Audit & Tax Manager – Johannesburg
Overview : Group Audit & Tax Manager (CA(SA)). Full‑time role based in Johannesburg, South Africa.
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