Corporate Tax Consulting: Consultant

Primary Purpose of the Job

The Consultant will support the Corporate Tax Consulting team in delivering high-quality tax advisory, compliance support, and technical insights to clients across various industries.

The incumbent will contribute to business development, client service, and technical excellence by applying strong tax and corporate law knowledge to practical business solutions.

The role reports to the Head of Corporate Tax Consulting.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Technical Tax Delivery

• Prepare and/or review income tax and deferred tax computations.
• Review tax computations for the audit department.
• Draft technically sound tax opinions, reports, and advice for clients and internal teams.
• Identify tax risks, issues, and implications at clients; propose solutions and mitigations.
• Conduct technical research using appropriate tax and legal resources

Client Service & Advisory

• Support audits by liaising with audit partners and staff regarding tax matters.
• Engage with SARS to address client assessments, audits, objections, and other interactions.
• Visit clients to analyse, remediate, and support resolution of tax issues.
• Maintain strong client relationships and ensure high-quality deliverables.

Business Development & Brand Support

• Assist with preparing proposals and thought leadership for client engagement.
• Contribute to the development of service offerings within the Corporate Tax team.
• Drive BDO’s values, brand reputation, and technical excellence.

Operational & Financial Management

• Prepare and manage engagement budgets, billing, and debtors.
• Ensure accurate time recording and contribution to financial targets.

Team Leadership & Collaboration

• Provide guidance, coaching, and support to junior staff.
• Assist leaders with managing workflow, deadlines, and service quality.
• Adapt to changing environments and evolving client demands