Job Title: Tax Compliance Officer

Location: Cape Town 

Position Type: Full-time

Reports To: Tax Manager

Job Summary:

Hire Resolve is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Tax Compliance Officer to join our Client’s dynamic finance team. The Tax Compliance Officer will be responsible for ensuring that the company complies with all tax laws and regulations. This includes preparing and filing tax returns, conducting tax audits, and providing support to the tax department.

Key Responsibilities:

• Complete Individual, Corporate and Trust Income Tax Returns
• Complete Provisional Income Tax Returns 6 monthly within the deadlines
• Ensuring that all clients are tax compliant.
• Reconciling and completing additional returns and queries ie, Income Tax Audits, DWT Returns and Donations Tax Returns
• Compiling Notice of Objections (NOO), Notice of Appeal (NOA)
• Preparing Tax Audit Responses for the client as and when necessary
• Arrange Tax Compliancy to ensure Tax Clearance Certificate including foreign investment certificates.
• Prepare applications to Waiver interest and Penalties.
• Compiling and assisting the Companys External Associate with Tax Compromises and Deferments.
• Prepare and file with SARS repayment arrangements for clients.
• Ensure internal controls are compiled with including the invoicing timeously of all tax work performed

Qualifications:

• 5 years of minimum experience in tax practice.
• Related professional qualification and membership of an accounting/tax body is preferred.
• Deadline focused, detailed and accurate.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
• Needs to be fluent in English and Afrikaans
• Experience with ProfSoft, e-Filing, E@syfile and SARS

This position offers a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are a motivated and diligent tax professional looking to advance your career, we encourage you to apply for the Tax Compliance Officer position.

Hire Resolve’s client is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join their team as a Tax Compliance Officer. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that our organization complies with all tax laws and regulations. The Tax Compliance Officer will work closely with our finance and accounting teams to maintain accurate financial records and submit timely tax filings.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review and update tax policies and procedures to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal tax laws.
• Prepare and submit tax returns, including income tax, sales tax, and payroll tax filings.
• Conduct regular audits and internal reviews to identify any potential tax issues or discrepancies.
• Collaborate with external auditors and tax consultants to address any tax-related inquiries or concerns.
• Monitor changes in tax laws and regulations and provide recommendations on how they may impact our organization.
• Assist with developing tax strategies to minimize tax liabilities and maximize tax savings.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all tax transactions and filings.
• Provide training and guidance to staff on tax compliance issues and best practices.
• Respond to tax notices and inquiries from tax authorities in a timely and professional manner.
• Keep abreast of industry trends and best practices in tax compliance.

Qualifications:

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Enrolled Agent (EA) designation preferred.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in tax compliance or a related field.
Strong understanding of tax laws and regulations.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and tax software.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.

If you meet the qualifications and are passionate about tax compliance, we encourage you to apply for the Tax Compliance Officer position. We offer a competitive salary, benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth and development.

Apply for this role today, contact Shaun Ferreira at Hire resolve or on LinkedIn

You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV: *****@*****.co.za

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.