Cape Town: Trainee Tax Professional posted by Pro Tem

JOB DESCRIPTION: TRAINEE TAX PROFESSIONAL

Background on the Firm:
My client is one of the oldest and largest independent auditing, accounting and advisory firms in Cape Town. As an independent member firm of International, we operate within South Africa with associated independent member firms in Johannesburg and Durban. Integrity, trust and commitment are core values of our firm and have been key features in our ongoing growth and success.

Purpose of the role:
As a Trainee Tax Professional, you will provide support to the Tax Department through the various functions which you are required to get exposure to in order to meet the minimum requires on your logbook, which is required to write your EISA board exam during the 3rd year of your articles.

Key Responsibilities:

Company Tax Compliance & Tax Management Services
Value-Added Tax Compliance
Individual Tax Compliance and Support (Domestic & Expatriates)
Domestic Wealth Planning Trust Taxation
Employees Tax / Payroll Compliance
Controversy & Advisory
Workflow and Work Pool Management
Recording relevant data on internal tracking system (Workpool)
Managing errata and exceptions on WorkPool
Follow-up on client refunds
Following-up with SARS call centre regarding taxpayer refunds which have not been paid out after a reasonable time.
Arranging for banking detail updates via the RAV01 or branch visit to facilitate the refund of a taxpayers refund.
Administrative support to Tax Administration Personnel:
Administrative assistance to Tax Department Managers and Senior Tax Administration Clerks where required.
Attending to e-mail and telephonic queries from clients in respect of income tax returns and annual financial statements.
Providing eFiling support to clients and staff.
Attending virtual practitioner appointments with SARS when required.
Preparation of monthly billing.
Submission of weekly Self Assessment, bi-annual Professional Self Assessment and annual Periodic Summative Assessment for logbook purposes.
Recording of weekly time sheet.

Requirements:
Must have completed or be in the process of completing an NQF Level 8 qualification, such as a Bachelor Honours Degree in Taxation, Postgraduate Diploma in Taxation, or an NQF Level 8 Tax Professional Occupational Qualification (compulsory).
Prior experience in a tax administration related role would be beneficial.
Have a keen interest to pursue a career in tax and become a registered tax practitioner.
Computer literacy in Microsoft Office essentials.
Attention to detail.
To be able to work independently of supervision and be proactive in all areas of the role.
Outstanding organisation skills
To be able to manage work deadlines.
Ability to work under pressure.
Good communication skills, verbal and written.
Approachable and well presented.

Company Benefits:
Medical Aid
Group Life
Pension Fund

Salary

R14 000