Cape Town: Tax Manager posted by K2 Recruit

Job Overview

K2 Recruit is seeking a qualified, highly motivated, and experienced Tax Consultant on behalf of a well-established Financial Services organisation with a substantial client base of High Net Worth Individuals (HNIs) and Private Clients.

This role is suited to a tax professional with strong South African tax compliance experience, particularly in individual taxation, SARS engagement, and foreign tax clearance processes. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing the day-to-day tax requirements of clients, while also supporting the growth and development of the tax advisory function within the business.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of South African tax legislation, practical experience working with SARS eFiling, and exposure to tax emigration administration and foreign tax clearance applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Calculate provisional tax payments and complete IRP6 provisional tax returns.
• Liaise with SARS on behalf of clients and manage applications for foreign tax clearance.
• Prepare and submit individual income tax returns via SARS eFiling.
• Manage financial emigration administration and related tax compliance processes.
• Review SARS assessments, calculate taxable income, and determine estimated tax liabilities or refunds.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of changes to the Income Tax Act, SARS legislation, and updates to SARS eFiling systems.
• Identify opportunities to expand and improve tax service offerings within the department.
• Review operational procedures to ensure compliance with South African tax regulations and statutory requirements.
• Implement improved policies and processes for collecting and managing tax-related information from clients.
• Provide leadership and support to junior staff, contributing to the growth and effectiveness of the tax function.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and client engagements
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Strong technical knowledge of South African tax regulations
• Ability to take ownership of processes and contribute to departmental growth

Minimum Qualifications & Experience

• Registered Tax Practitioner
• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, or a related field
• 3 5 years experience in Tax Compliance, preferably within a financial services or advisory environment
• Demonstrated experience liaising directly with SARS
• Strong technical understanding of Income Tax, VAT, PAYE, and other SARS regulatory frameworks
• Registered member of SAIT (South African Institute of Taxation)