Registered Tax Practitioner

Western Cape
Salary: Market Related
Job Type: Permanent
Sectors: Accounting
Reference: CPT000531/SM

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Employer: West Coast Personnel

Job Description:A well-established tax and accounting practice in Table View is looking for a professional and experienced Tax Practitioner. This role is suited for someone with at least 3 years’ working experience in a tax and accounting environment, particularly in Individual & Capital Gains Taxes. This is not a training role - you need to be ready to get to work on day one.

Key Responsibilities:

Completion and submission of Income Tax Returns
Evaluate and check tax assessments for accuracy
Liaise directly with SARS consultants and attend meetings when required
Handle tax queries and error resolution with SARS, including refund matters
Manage tax compliance, including SARS deadlines, payment processes, and record-keeping
Perform provisional tax calculations and submissions
Administer donations tax and foreign investment tax clearance certificates
Handle VAT and PAYE registrations, tax directives, and related processes
Submit requests for suspension of payment, objections, and appeals
Apply working knowledge of the Income Tax Actand Tax Administration Act
Communicate effectively with clients on all tax-related matters
Provide general tax support and assist with ad hoc tax tasks
Oversee and check annual financial statements prepared by junior staff
Assist with tax clearance applications and maintain good standing with SARS
Handle administrative tasks such as managing correspondence and appointments with SARS
Collaborate and provide support to other team members as needed
Work under pressure in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment without sacrificing quality

Minimum Requirements:

Matric certificate
Proof of SARS Registered Tax Practitioner(essential)
Diploma/Degree in Accounting, Tax, or similar
3 years’ working experience in a tax and accounting environment
Solid experience in:
- Capital Gains Tax
- Individual Income tax

SARS eFiling and tax compliance
- Excellent knowledge of SARS procedures and ability to meet deadlines
- Strong understanding of the Income Tax Act and Tax Administration Act
- Exceptional problem-solving skills and client communication ability
- Highly organized, with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and relevant tax/accounting platforms
- Professional, punctual, and capable of working independently and within a team.

Interested candidates should submit your CV, cover letter, a professional head and shoulder photo and qualifications.
If you do not hear from us within the next two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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