Tax Consultant Full Time

Hire Resolve’s Client, a reputable Accounting and Auditing firm is looking for a Tax Consultant to join their team in Cape Town. The successful candidate would be responsible for managing a diverse portfolio of clients (including individuals, corporate entities, and trusts). The candidate would be required to liaise directly with clients and is expected to be capable of working with limited supervision from senior management.

Key duties or responsibilities:

• Drafting of Tax Calculations and Income Tax returns – Mainly for individuals and deceased estates, but at times it may be necessary to prepare tax returns for Trusts and Corporates
• Preparation and submission of provisional tax calculations for individuals, companies, and trusts
• Sending of requests to clients for information necessary for the completion of various tax returns
• Checking of Assessments
• Assistance with drafting and submission of objections where necessary (Income Tax, VAT, Employees Tax)
• Assistance with drafting of responses to SARS queries and SARS Audits
• Declarations of Ceasing to Be Resident
• Approval of International Transfer (AIT) Applications
• Dividends Tax returns
• Tax Directive Applications
• Account Maintenance for all tax types
• Attending SARS Appointments where required
• Dealing with client queries and requests

Minimum requirements:

• A minimum of 3 – 5 years prior experience working within a similar role.
• Solid knowledge of the Income Tax Act, the tax systems and practical experience in dealing with SARS is compulsory
• Experience working on E-Filing is compulsory.
• It is essential that the candidate is able to communicate directly with clients in a professional and confident manner.
• Candidate should be willing to teach and share knowledge with more junior colleagues.
• Suitable qualifications would be favourable but are not compulsory.

Skills or competencies:

• Ability to work under pressure;
• Attention to detail;

• Good communication and interpersonal skills;
• Team player;
• Strong analytical skills;
• Strong administration skills.
• Strong understanding of the overall Microsoft Office package
• Knowledge of GreatSoft would be advantageous.

If you meet the above requirements and want to make a career-changing move, apply today by either filling in the online application form or emailing your CV to Hire Resolve at financialcareers@hireresolve.za.com
You are also welcome to contact Michaela Boustred on LinkedIn or call her on 021 551 8638.
Please note that correspondence will only be conducted with shortlisted candidates for this position. Should you not hear from us within 3 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.