Tax Administrator at Moore South Africa

Job Advert Summary    

• Moore Cape Town is part of a leading international network of accounting and consulting firms. We are seeking a detail-oriented and organised Tax Administrator with 1–2 years of tax administration experience to join our Tax team.
• This role focuses on tax administration, with the opportunity to develop into tax compliance over time. You will support the team with day-to-day tax administration tasks while building the skills and experience required to take on more technical work. We offer a supportive environment focused on learning, development and steady career progression.

Minimum Requirements    
Knowledge and Technical Skills

• Working knowledge of SARS processes and administration
• Experience using SARS e-Filing
• Familiarity with tax types (Income Tax, VAT, PAYE)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Experience with Greatsoft or similar tax software (advantageous)

Personal Qualities

• Strong attention to detail and high levels of accuracy
• Good organisational and time management skills
• Ability to manage workload and deliver accurate work in a deadline-driven environment
• Professionalism and discretion when handling sensitive information
• Reliable and accountable
• Proactive and willing to learn

Minimum Qualifications and Experience:

• 1 - 2 years working experience in a tax compliance environment
• Grade 12 and
• Relevant Diploma or Degree in Tax or Accounting

Duties and Responsibilities    
Main purpose of Position

• The Tax Administrator supports the Tax team by performing a combination of tax administration and basic tax compliance tasks. The role contributes to the accurate and timely submission of tax returns, effective client communication, and efficient management of tax-related documentation.
• This role will support Senior Tax Compliance Officers in managing client portfolios.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Tax Administration:

• Processing and capturing of tax returns (individuals, companies and trusts)
• Administration of provisional tax returns
• Processing of tax department invoices
• Managing SARS correspondence and follow-ups
• Monitoring and checking client tax compliance status
• Processing and reviewing tax assessments
• Tracking verifications and additional SARS queries
• Managing SARS refunds
• Administering tax engagement letters
• Onboarding and offboarding clients on SARS e-Filing
• Trust administration (registrations and trustee updates)

Tax Compliance:

• Processing tax returns for submission (individuals, companies and trusts)
• Assistance with provisional tax returns
• Applications for tax clearance certificates and tax directives
• Assisting with SARS queries and follow-ups
• Supporting Senior Tax Compliance Officers with delegated tasks

Closing Date    
2026/07/03