We're looking for a Tax Consultant who understands that.
Reporting to the Tax Specialist, this role forms part of the Group Tax team and is responsible for corporate tax compliance, tax accounting, reporting, advisory services, and tax-related projects across the business. You'll play a critical role in ensuring accurate tax reporting, supporting strategic decision-making, managing interactions with SARS, and contributing to a strong tax governance framework.
What you'll be trusted to own
This is more than a tax compliance role.
It's about balancing technical tax expertise, regulatory compliance, stakeholder engagement, and commercial insight to deliver practical solutions that support the business while managing tax risk.
You'll:
Prepare and submit corporate tax, dividends tax, and withholding tax returns to SARS in accordance with legislative requirements.
Prepare monthly, quarterly, bi-annual, and annual tax computations, including current tax, deferred tax, and effective tax rate reconciliations.
Prepare and process tax journals to support accurate financial reporting.
Perform controlled foreign company and headquarter company calculations and related tax analyses.
Assist with tax forecasting, budgeting, and annual tax planning processes.
Prepare provisional tax estimates and annual income tax calculations.
Ensure tax payments and submissions are made accurately and within prescribed deadlines.
Coordinate tax reporting for Tax Committees and governance forums.
Monitor legislative changes and communicate potential tax impacts and opportunities to stakeholders.
Liaise with internal and external auditors on tax-related matters.
Prepare responses to SARS queries, audits, requests for information, and dispute resolution matters.
Research complex tax matters and assist in the preparation of tax opinions to support business decision-making.
Contribute to the continuous improvement of tax governance, internal controls, and reporting processes.
Required Knowledge and Experience
What you'll bring
A reputation for delivering high-quality tax advice, maintaining strong compliance standards, and providing practical solutions in a complex regulatory environment.
Minimum 3 years' post-qualification experience in taxation, tax compliance, tax accounting, or advisory roles.
Strong understanding of South African tax legislation, including the Income Tax Act and Tax Administration Act.
Experience preparing and reviewing corporate tax calculations, tax returns, and tax reporting disclosures.
Knowledge of tax accounting for IFRS financial reporting.
Experience interacting with SARS and managing audits, queries, and compliance matters.
Knowledge of the financial services industry, with exposure to short-term insurance, long-term insurance, or cell captive structures being advantageous.
Big Four audit or tax advisory experience will be advantageous.
Strong analytical, research, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work collaboratively across multiple business units and stakeholder groups.
Strong communication skills with the ability to explain technical tax matters clearly and practically.
Demonstrated professionalism, accountability, attention to detail, and ability to deliver quality work under pressure.
Educational Requirements
Qualifications
BCom Honours in Accounting and Tax
Postgraduate Tax Qualification
CA(SA) qualification will be advantageous.
Additional tax specialisation within Financial Services, Insurance Tax, or International Tax will be advantageous.