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Tax Compliance Officer (SARS Disputes)

How2Apply Talent Network

Hammarsdale, KwaZulu-Natal

Full-time

Posted 1 day ago

Full-time Finance & Accounting

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Job Description

A financial planning practice in Hammarsdale needs a tax practitioner who knows eFiling inside out. If you like clear targets and knowing where you stand, this is for you.

The work is in Hammarsdale, KwaZulu-Natal, so you'll need a reliable way to get there every day.

What you'll actually do

Advise on deductions such as retirement contributions and home office claims
Prepare and submit ITR12, ITR14 and ITR12T returns on SARS eFiling
Track filing season deadlines and send reminders to clients
Keep client tax files complete for five years
Register clients for income tax, VAT and PAYE
Draft objections and appeals with supporting schedules
Prepare VAT201 returns and review input tax claims

You'll need

Degree or diploma in accounting or tax
At least 2 years of SARS eFiling experience
Registered tax practitioner with a recognised controlling body such as SAIT or SAIPA
Working knowledge of the Income Tax Act and VAT Act
Comfortable handling tax season overtime
Clear writing for SARS letters and objections

Extra points for

Customs and excise knowledge for import-export clients
Postgraduate diploma in tax

On offer

Flexible hours outside filing season
CPD hours paid by the firm
Bonus at the end of filing season
Paid controlling body subscription

Applying, step by step

Make sure the role, the hours and working in Hammarsdale really suit you before you apply.
Keep copies of these ready to send: proof of registration as a tax practitioner plus certified tax or accounting qualification.
Use the form on this page. It takes about two minutes and you don't need to upload anything yet.
Keep your phone on. Shortlisted applicants are contacted by call, SMS or WhatsApp within 7 working days.

How2Apply recruits for this position on behalf of hiring employers around Hammarsdale; applications go into our talent pool and shortlisted candidates are introduced directly.

How2Apply never charges you to apply, for training, for uniforms or for a "placement fee". If anyone asks you for money, it is a scam.

How to stand out

List your tax practitioner number and controlling body in the first line of your CV.
Give an example of a SARS dispute you won or a verification you cleared; firms value real results.