Tax Administrator

SUMMARY:
Tax Administrator (3 month Contract)
We are recruiting for a dynamic company specialising in Chartered Accountants, Tax Consultants, and Business Advisory services. They are currently seeking a skilled Tax Administrator to join their team based in Woodstock, Western Cape. The successful candidate must have a minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Tax Administrator within a tax department.

POSITION INFO:
Minimum Requirements

• Matric.
• Relevant tertiary qualification.
• 3 years’ experience in Tax Administration.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Proficiency in SARS eFiling and EasyFile.
• Experience with handling objections, appeals, and document submissions.
• Vehicle and valid Driver’s License.

• Completion of SARS registrations for all tax types.
• IRP6 preparation and submission.
• Income tax calculations for individuals and companies.
• Preparation and submission of ITR12 & ITR14 returns.
• Ensure all tax returns are assessed and reconcile assessments to income tax calculations.
• Obtain tax clearance certificates: Good Standing & Approval for International Transfer (AIT).
• Maintenance of SARS eFiling profiles.
• Compile income and expenses schedules for clients.
• Prepare and submit objections and appeals for all tax types.
• Upload supporting documentation for objections, appeals, and audit or verification purposes on eFiling.
• Monitor refunds to clients from SARS.
• Complete and follow up on objections for all tax types.
• Book meetings with SARS.
• Visit SARS for client queries regarding banking details, refunds, reallocation of funds, etc.
• Update registered details for individuals and companies.
• Application for remittance of penalties for all tax types.
• Application for deregistration for all tax types.
• Preparation, submission, and reconciliation of EMP201 returns for PAYE, UIF, and SDL.

• Manage VAT registrations, submissions, and follow-ups with SARS.
• Handle provisional tax submissions and ensure accuracy in deadlines.
• Reconcile tax accounts and address any discrepancies.
• Liaise with internal accounting and auditing teams to align tax submissions with financial records.
• Assist with tax planning strategies for individuals and corporate clients to minimize liabilities.
• Conduct regular audits of client tax profiles to ensure compliance with updated tax laws and regulations.
• Handle client communication related to tax inquiries, deadlines, and payment requirements.
• Coordinate with payroll teams to ensure accurate PAYE submissions and address related queries.
• Assist in the preparation of tax reports for management and clients.