Tax Accountant

One of our clients, based in JHB Central
, is seeking a Tax Accountant
.

Produce accurate, reliable and compliant financial information that supports sound business decisions and meets statutory obligations in compliance with company policies and procedures.

• Preparation of Annual Financial Statements in accordance with accounting standards.
• Manage control assessment tracking system ‘CATS’ (Internal Audit).
• Implement and monitor internal controls.
• Assist with cash flow management, accuracy, tracking and template improvements.

• Review and Approval of EP, APMS, GEVS, IBTS vouchers and other approvals.
• Drive the no vendors in 90 days rule within the AP ledger, assist in reducing any vendors with balance in with 90 days and above.

• Resolve queries raised by External Auditors to complete audit.
• Assist with External Audit information collation, preparation and submission.

• Responsible for tax risk management, monitoring and tracking.
• Serve as PIC/liaison for Tax internally (group) and externally (SARS and other key stakeholders).
• Completion of Corporate Income Tax, Pro Tax and Deferred Tax together with all related schedules.
• In charge of all tax related statutory submissions, filings and calculations.
• Assist with other non-tax related statutory submissions, filings and calculations such as Statssa and adhoc as necessary.
• Completion and filing of Expat/FSE tax returns and serve as liaison between FSEs and consultant.
• Assist with tax related issues and ensure the risk to the company is minimized.
• Assist with drafting Transfer Pricing Document and serve as liaison with consultant.
• Completion of CBC Reporting.
• Coordination with consultants and advisors.

• Maintain the fixed asset register – including disposals, additions and transfers.
• Assist by coordinating and conducting the Fixed Asset and Inventory counts.
• Completion of Fixed Asset Reports.
• Administration of TAMS.
• Preparation of monthly balance sheet recons.

• Assist with month end closing (full function) to be available to act as back up for Finance and Accounting Manager.
• Prepare journals for Finance and Accounting Manager review and ensure accurate recording of Sales, General and Administration Expenses.
• Variance analysis of Sales, General and Administration Expenses.
• Reconciliation preparation and monitoring of Sales, General and Administration Expenses.

• Assist with reports and management of deadlines/targets e.g. GFVS/Cash Flow.
• Maintain the general ledger.
• Adhoc reporting to HQ, RHQ and RTC.
• Minute taking and tracking of action points.
• Assistance with Finance Projects.
• Assistance with GFVS investigation, tracking, submission and monitoring.
• Assistance with creation, implementation and monitoring of standard operating procedures.

• Assist in supervision of 2 x accounts payable clerks in guidance, leadership and management of deadlines/targets and other indirect supervision as required.
• Support the Company's Management principles in carrying out your duties.

• Minimum 6-8 years experience as a Financial Accountant.
• Able to work overtime when required, especially during month end.

• Must be able to solve queries accurately at a fast pace.
• Excellent communication skills (interact with suppliers).
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Deadline driven and ability to prioritize duties.
• Able to multi-task.
• Have a "can do" and positive attitude.
• Have high degree of financial accuracy.
• Must be methodical and show initiative.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be self‑motivated and a fast learner.
• Must be assertive and a team player.