Tax Administrator at RPO Recruitment

Job Description

• A reputable financial services company is looking for an experienced Tax Administrator with solid hands-on exposure to South African tax compliance and SARS eFiling. The role is office-based in Pretoria and involves managing a large and diverse client tax portfolio, ensuring all statutory obligations are met accurately and on time.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and maintain SARS profiles and tax obligations for a portfolio of approximately 300 clients, including companies, trusts, and individuals
• Prepare, submit, and manage Income Tax, VAT, PAYE, and provisional tax returns via SARS eFiling
• Monitor filing deadlines and proactively notify clients of upcoming tax obligations
• Handle SARS queries, audits, and correspondence, ensuring accurate and timeous responses
• Register and deregister clients for Income Tax, VAT, PAYE, and COIDA
• Manage Public Officer appointments, non-resident applications, and FIA applications
• Act as the primary point of contact for all tax-related client queries
• Build and maintain strong professional relationships with clients and internal teams
• Provide clear explanations of complex tax matters and offer proactive tax advice
• Stay up to date with changes in tax legislation, SARS rulings, and court cases
• Share relevant tax updates internally through training sessions or knowledge-sharing initiatives

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Accounting, Taxation, or a related field (advantageous but not essential)
• Registered tax practitioner
• 3–5 years’ practical tax experience, with strong focus on SARS eFiling
• Experience using Greatsoft or similar tax systems
• In-depth knowledge of South African tax legislation (Income Tax, VAT, PAYE)
• Strong administrative skills with excellent attention to detail
• Effective client communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and deliver work timeously

Closing Date 30 March 2026