Tax Administrator - Cape Town

An established accounting firm in Cape Town is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Tax Compliance Officer / Tax Administrator to join its team. The successful candidate will be responsible for tax return preparation and submission, SARS compliance, client tax administration and general administrative duties relating to tax matters.

The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of relevant experience, a sound understanding of South African tax legislation and the ability to manage multiple tax-related tasks while ensuring accuracy, compliance and adherence to deadlines.

• Prepare and submit Income Tax, Provisional Tax and Dividend Withholding Tax returns.

• Prepare donations tax declarations and supporting documentation.

• Manage tax-related administration and ensure that client tax records are accurate and up to date.

• Submit tax returns to SARS within the prescribed deadlines.

• Handle SARS and client queries and follow up on outstanding tax matters.

• Monitor outstanding tax returns and ensure timely submission.

• Assist with SARS registrations and deregistrations, including Income Tax, VAT and PAYE.

• Prepare tax computations, capital reconciliations and statements of assets and liabilities.

• Calculate provisional tax payments and additional top-up payments where required.

• Maintain accurate records and supporting documentation for all tax submissions.

• Provide general tax administration support and ensure compliance with relevant tax requirements.

• Diploma in Taxation or an equivalent qualification in Accounting or Finance.

• 3–5 years of experience in tax compliance, tax administration or a similar role, preferably within an accounting firm.

• Good knowledge of South African tax legislation and SARS procedures.

• Experience preparing and submitting Income Tax and Provisional Tax returns.

• Knowledge of VAT, PAYE and other tax-related registrations and submissions.

• Proficiency in tax software and Microsoft Office.

• Strong administrative, organisational and time-management skills.

• Excellent attention to detail, numerical accuracy and communication skills.

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