A leading financial services firm in Cape Town is seeking a highly skilled Tax Practitioner to join their dynamic team. This permanent position offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional with strong technical expertise, client-facing skills, and a proven track record in tax and accounting.

The ideal candidate will have a tertiary qualification, at least 5 years of practical tax and accounting experience, and hands-on proficiency with SARS eFiling, Draftworx, Sage Accounting (Sage One), and/or Xero. Registration as a Tax Practitioner and/or completion of SAIPA or SAICA articles will be considered a strong advantage.

✅ Key Requirements

• Tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance, or Tax.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in tax and accounting within an accounting, audit, or financial services firm.
• Proven expertise with SARS eFiling, Draftworx, Sage One, and Xero Accounting.
• Registered Tax Practitioner and/or completed SAIPA / SAICA articles (advantageous).
• Strong knowledge of:
  • International Accounting Standards (IAS)
  • IFRS for SMEs
  • Companies Act
  • Income Tax Act & Tax Administration Act
  • VAT, PAYE, and SARS dispute resolution processes
• Experience managing a portfolio of clients and handling direct client correspondence.
• Excellent communication skills in English and Afrikaans.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and ability to meet strict deadlines.

📊 Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit accurate tax computations, returns, reconciliations, and schedules.
• Compile Annual Financial Statements (AFS), management statements, and reports.
• Manage Income Tax, Provisional Tax, VAT, PAYE, Dividend Tax, and Estate Planning.
• Liaise with SARS on objections, appeals, and dispute resolution processes.
• Provide professional support and training to team members.
• Handle client queries on bookkeeping, tax, and financial reporting.
• Ensure compliance with evolving tax laws and regulations.
• Assist with billing processes and maintain accurate timesheets.

🕒 Working Hours

Full-time, permanent position with immediate start.