SUMMARY:
Junior Accountant/Tax Practitioner
POSITION INFO:
Income Tax Returns: Complete and submit Trust, Individual, and Company income tax returns.
· Evaluating Assessments: Evaluate and check tax assessments, identifying and correcting any errors.
· SARS Correspondence: Correspond with SARS consultants and manage tax return queries.
· SARS Procedures: Understand and adhere to SARS procedures and deadlines.
· Problem Solving: Address tax-related issues and queries, providing effective solutions.
· Client Communication: Maintain clear and professional communication with clients regarding their tax matters.
· General Tax Queries: Assist with various tax queries and ad hoc tax tasks.
· Pressure Management: Work efficiently under pressure, meeting deadlines while delivering high-quality work.
· Team Support: Support other members of the department as needed.
· Liaising with Clients: Liaise with clients to gather information and provide updates on their tax status.
· Refund Matters: Handle queries related to tax refunds.
· Annual Financial Statements: Assist and review annual financial statements in coordination with the assistant accountant.
· Provisional Tax: Calculate and submit provisional tax.
· Donations and Tax Compliance: Manage tax clearance certificates, foreign investment tax clearance, and ensure tax compliance with SARS.
· Registrations: Handle VAT and PAYE registrations.
· Tax Directives: Request tax directives and handle payment suspensions/appeals.
· Administrative Tasks: Manage mail, calls, and appointments with SARS agents.
· Meetings with SARS: Attend meetings with SARS representatives as required.
· Experience: Minimum 1 year of working experience in a similar position within a tax and accounting environment is essential.
· Education: A degree in Accounting, Tax, or equivalent qualification is advantageous.
· Certification: Preferably a registered tax practitioner.
· Knowledge: Strong understanding of the Income Tax Act and Tax Administration Act.
· Skills: Excellent problem-solving skills, client communication skills, and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
Application Process:
Interested candidates should submit their CV in MS Word format, a cover letter, and a professional head and shoulder photo to Please include "Accountant/Tax Practitioner Application" in the subject line.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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