Tax Accountant

Cape Town, Western Cape
Permanent
Full-time

10 days ago

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 focus
2-5 years of tax-specific experience
Solid understanding of financial accounting and IFRS
Excellent Excel skills and proficiency in MS Office
Experience with regulatory bodies; retail sector experience is a bonus
Detail-driven, proactive, and comfortable working under pressure

What's in it for you:

Be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking finance team
Exposure to international tax and strategic projects
Opportunity to contribute to group-level forums and initiatives

Ready to bring structure, insight, and impact to a high-performing finance team? Apply now.If you don't hear back from us within 2 weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful. But stay in touch, follow us online and keep an eye out for future opportunities.

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