Tax Practitioner (Individuals and Trusts)

An import and export trading house in Cape Town CBD needs a tax practitioner who knows eFiling inside out. Good for someone who wants to build a solid track record they can put on their CV.

You'll report in Cape Town CBD. Relocation is not covered for this one. You'll start with a short induction before working on your own.

• Apply for tax clearance and tax compliance status PINs
• Keep client tax files complete for five years
• Respond to SARS verification letters and upload documents on time
• Advise on deductions such as retirement contributions and home office claims
• Prepare VAT201 returns and review input tax claims

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

• Tax software experience such as TaxShop or CaseWare
• Postgraduate diploma in tax
• Experience with trusts, estates and capital gains tax

• Paid controlling body subscription
• Flexible hours outside filing season
• CPD hours paid by the firm

• Make sure your own tax affairs are up to date, as some firms check your compliance status before they appoint.
• List your tax practitioner number and controlling body in the first line of your CV.