Junior Accountant/Tax Practitioner

Overview:

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:

• Income Tax Returns: Complete and submit Trust, Individual, and Company income tax returns.
• Evaluating Assessments: Evaluate and check tax assessments, identifying and correcting any errors.
• SARS Correspondence: Correspond with SARS consultants and manage tax return queries.
• SARS Procedures: Understand and adhere to SARS procedures and deadlines.
• Problem Solving: Address tax-related issues and queries, providing effective solutions.
• Client Communication: Maintain clear and professional communication with clients regarding their tax matters.
• General Tax Queries: Assist with various tax queries and ad hoc tax tasks.
• Pressure Management: Work efficiently under pressure, meeting deadlines while delivering high-quality work.
• Team Support: Support other members of the department as needed.
• Liaising with Clients: Liaise with clients to gather information and provide updates on their tax status.
• Refund Matters: Handle queries related to tax refunds.
• Annual Financial Statements: Assist and review annual financial statements in coordination with the assistant accountant.
• Provisional Tax: Calculate and submit provisional tax.
• Donations and Tax Compliance: Manage tax clearance certificates, foreign investment tax clearance, and ensure tax compliance with SARS.
• Registrations: Handle VAT and PAYE registrations.
• Tax Directives: Request tax directives and handle payment suspensions/appeals.
• Administrative Tasks: Manage mail, calls, and appointments with SARS agents.
• Meetings with SARS: Attend meetings with SARS representatives as required.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Experience: Minimum 1 year of working experience in a similar position within a tax and accounting environment is essential.
• Education: A degree in Accounting, Tax, or equivalent qualification compulsory.
• Certification: Registered tax practitioner – A MUST.
• Knowledge: Strong understanding of the Income Tax Act and Tax Administration Act.
• Skills: 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)

Application Process:

Interested candidates should submit their CV in MS Word format, a cover letter, and a professional head and shoulder photo to samanthajobs@wcp.co.za. Please include “Accountant/Tax Practitioner Application” in the subject line.