Port Elizabeth: Tax Manager posted by Manpower Group

Key Responsibilities

As the Tax Manager, you will:

• Supervise and guide tax department employees, ensuring accuracy, quality, and timely delivery of all outputs.
• Oversee the completion of Income Tax and Provisional Tax returns, ensuring compliance and adherence to deadlines.
• Manage and review complex tax returns, IT14SDs, and related tax documentation.
• Handle SARS-related communications, including assessments, disputes, and account reconciliations.
• Lead the tax dispute resolution process, including objections, appeals, and engagement with the Tax Ombud.
• Advise and consult on various tax-related matters for clients and directors.
• Drive training and professional development within the tax team.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, including the Income Tax Act, Tax Administration Act, and VAT Act.
• Oversee GreatSoft and SARS eFiling processes, ensuring efficient workflow and data integrity.
• Contribute to the firm’s System of Quality Management (SOQM), policies, and ethical standards.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 with Accounting as a subject.
• A relevant Tax or Accounting qualification.
• Registration with SAIT (South African Institute of Taxation).
• Proven experience in a tax management or supervisory role.
• Strong working knowledge of SARS processes, tax laws, and dispute resolution procedures.

Skills and Competencies

• Excellent communication, client service, and leadership skills.
• Ability to interpret and apply complex tax legislation.
• Strong numerical, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, GreatSoft, SARS eFiling, and LexisNexis.
• High attention to detail, confidentiality, and the ability to perform under pressure.

Please note that only suitable candidates will be contacted.