Job Description: My client is looking for a skilled and knowledgeable Accountant/Tax Practitioner (Must be Registered as a Tax Practitioner) to join their team. The ideal candidate will have experience in tax and accounting, particularly in completing income tax returns, evaluating assessments, and managing various tax-related tasks. This role requires a proactive individual with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to communicate effectively with clients and SARS consultants. Key Responsibilities: Experience in completing Income Tax Returns, Evaluating Assessments Corresponding with SARS Consultants Must understand SARS procedures and abide by these deadlines Knowledge of the Income Tax Act and Tax Administration Act Must have problem-solving skills, client communication skills Assist with SARS and General Tax Queries Assist with Ad hoc tax tasks. Must be able to work under pressure with deadlines in a fast-paced environment and still provide excellent quality work Work in support of other members of the department Liaising with clients as required Submission of Trust, Individual and Company Income Tax Returns Checking of Assessments Sorting out errors on Tax Returns Dealing with Refund matters (Queries) Assist and check with Annual financial statements and check up on assistant accountant Managing Tax Return queries with SARS Attending meetings with SARS Provisional Tax Calculations & Submissions Donations Tax clearance certificates & Foreign Investment Tax Clearance VAT registration PAYE registrations Tax Directives Request for suspension of payments/appeals Tax compliance with SARS and payment process Handle mail, calls, and appointments with SARS Agents Experience in tax and accounting environment Qualifications and Experience: Must have working experience in a similar position within a tax and accounting environment is essential. A degree in Accounting, Tax, or equivalent qualification is compulsory. Registered tax practitioner A MUST. Strong understanding of the Income Tax Act and Tax Administration Act. Excellent problem-solving skills, client communication skills, and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Fluent in both English and Afrikaans (reading, writing and speaking)
