Job Description

TECHNICAL TAX ACCOUNTANT (SA and Africa) - Cape Town, Western CapeHighly Competitive Package on Offer!Global Retail Financial Services Firm is in search of a highly inspired, motivated, creative, passionate and ambitious Tax Accountant professional to join their incredibly dynamic Tax/Finance team.One would describe you as being an effective problem solver and teamplayer who has the ability to adapt effectively to situations that are complex and uncertain. Further to this you have the ability to think and plan strategically whilst still focusing on the long-term goals and objectives of the organisation.You will be responsible for the preparation, review and submission of VAT returns and VAT compliance and advisory services for the Group (mainly in South Africa but also Africa).Further to this the role will be assisting the Tax Manager in minimising the Groups VAT expense and controlling the administration and accounting records for VAT. The role will also assist with VAT apportionment calculations.The role will also perform all VAT related deliverables in accordance to tax/VAT policies and governance for the entities; whilst supporting the Tax Manager in the development of tax policies and guidelines for the business.Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with indirect and direct tax legislation and changes in requirements, understanding and interpreting of relevant legislation and analysing the impact on the Group;
• Monitor and perform the VAT compliance activities for the Group including the preparation of VAT returns and provisions for the divisions as well all relevant VAT calculations and necessary adjustments;
• Ensure that required VAT liabilities are provisioned for in SAP;
• Ensure payment to SARS is tracked and monitored monthly;
• Prepare adjusting journals for changes in VAT liabilities;
• Review VAT rates on entry to a country and the required supporting documents;
• Take required action to minimise the risk and tax/VAT liabilities across the divisions;
• Prepare monthly submission of Dividends withholding tax returns, VAT reconciliations and VAT reasonability tests;
• Reconcile tax creditors and investigate differences and payment clearing accounts in the general ledger monthly;
• Monitor correctness of assessments and receipt of VAT refunds;
• Adhere to and perform all VAT returns and pre-payments for the TFG divisions;
• Where required, apply and perform all VAT apportionments;
• Reconcile trial balance for all VAT related payments and programmes;
• Assist in complying with tax audits and maintaining proficiency in the application of the relevant tax legislation;
• Review, maintain and streamline document retention and filing for purposes of tax audits;
• Prepare all tax disclosure requirements for external reporting;
• Research and provide advice on tax matters as and when required by management;
• Support the Tax Manager and/or external consultants on tax related projects.
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Represent the Group on industry bodies and forums;
• Engage with all relevant stakeholders, locally and abroad (e.g. in country revenue authorities);
• Engage with relevant Tax authorities to clear findings and queries;
• Advise business on tax-related matters.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Finance / Tax related Degree (ideally with Accounting III and/or Income Tax as majors)
• CA (SA) will be advantageous
• Completed articles with a minimum of 3 years post qualification experience gained in the field of VAT compliance regulations, SA Tax, Africa Tax with very good general accounting knowledge of finance processes
• Working knowledge of SAP or similar ERP system

To apply for this role, please forward a detailed copy of your CV to Nicole Spamers: and Andrea Jones:

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