The role involves preparing and reviewing individual, corporate, and trust tax returns while providing strategic tax planning advice. The consultant will also manage SARS correspondence, VAT, PAYE, and provisional tax submissions.
Job Overview
We are seeking a motivated and experienced Tax Consultant to provide accurate tax compliance, planning, and advisory services. This fully remote role requires a strong technical tax background and the ability to manage multiple client portfolios efficiently.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and review individual, corporate, and trust tax returns (SARS)
- Provide tax planning advice to minimise client liability within legal frameworks
- Manage VAT, PAYE, and provisional tax submissions and reconciliations
- Handle SARS correspondence, queries, and dispute resolution
- Keep up to date with changes in South African tax legislation and communicate impacts to clients
- Conduct tax risk assessments and due diligence for business transactions
- Maintain accurate records and documentation for all tax engagements
Qualifications and Experience
- 3+ years of experience in tax consulting or compliance
- Strong knowledge of South African Income Tax Act, VAT Act, and Tax Administration Act
- Experience with SARS eFiling and tax software
- CA(SA), HDip Tax, or B.Com (Tax) qualification preferred
- Excellent analytical and numerical skills
- Strong written communication for client reports and SARS correspondence
- Ability to manage deadlines and multiple clients independently
- Registered Tax Practitioner (SARS) is advantageous
Salary: R40,000/month | 100% Remote