Accountant / Tax Practitioner

Cape Town Northern Suburbs
Salary: R18.00 - R24.00 Per Month
Job Type: Permanent
Sectors: Legal Finance
Reference: CPT000004/SM

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Employer: West Coast Personnel

Accounting firm looking for Accountant/ Registered Tax Practitioner.

My client is looking for Accountant/Tax Practitioner in Table View, Cape Town - must already work in an accounting firm environment.

The ideal candidate will have experience in tax and accounting, particularly in completing income tax returns, evaluating assessments, and managing various tax-related tasks. This role requires a proactive individual with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to communicate effectively with clients and SARS consultants.Â
Key Responsibilities:Â

Experience in completing Income Tax Returns, Evaluating AssessmentsÂ

Corresponding with SARS ConsultantsÂ

Must understand SARS procedures and abide by these deadlinesÂ

Knowledge of Income Tax Act and Tax Administration ActÂ

Must have problem solving skills, client communication skillsÂ

Assist with SARS and General Tax QueriesÂ

Assist with Ad hoc tax tasks.Â

Must be able to work under pressure with deadlines in a fast-paced environment and still provide excellent quality workÂ

Work in support of other members of the departmentÂ

Liaising with clients as requiredÂ

Submission of Trust, Individual and Company Income Tax ReturnsÂ

Checking of AssessmentsÂ

Sorting out errors on Tax ReturnsÂ

Dealing with Refund matters (Queries)Â

Assist and check of with Annual financial statements and check up on assistant accountantÂ

Managing Tax Return queries with SARSÂ

Attending meetings with SARSÂ

Provisional Tax Calculations & SubmissionsÂ

DonationsÂ

Tax clearance certificates & Foreign Investment Tax ClearanceÂ

VAT registrationÂ

PAYE registrationsÂ

Tax DirectivesÂ

Request for suspension of payments/appealsÂ

Tax compliance with SARS and payment processÂ

Handle mail, calls, and appointments with SARS AgentsÂ

Experience in tax and accounting environmentÂ

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Qualifications and Experience:Â

Must have working experience in a similar position within a tax and accounting environment is essential.Â

A degree in Accounting, Tax, or equivalent qualification compulsory.Â

Registered tax practitioner â A MUST.Â

Strong understanding of the Income Tax Act and Tax Administration Act.Â

Excellent problem-solving skills, client communication skills, and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.Â

Fluent in both English and Afrikaans (reading, writing and speaking)

Application Process:Â
Interested candidates should submit a detailed CV, cover letter, professional head and shoulder photo, proof of qualifications and contactable references to samanthajobs@wcp.co.za.Â
If you do not hear from us within the next two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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