Tax Compliance Officer - Durban at Moore South Africa

Job Advert Summary    

Moore Durban is a member of a leading international network of accounting and consulting firms. Join our dynamic Tax department and take your career to new heights as a Tax Compliance Officer!

We are in search of a highly motivated and experienced individual to join our growing team. As a Tax Compliance Officer, you will play a crucial role bymanaging a diverse portfolio of approximately 350 tax clients.

At Moore, we foster a collaborative and supportive environment that values both teamwork and individual contributions. You'll have the opportunity to work with a wide range of clients, providing a platform for continuous learning and development.

Our ideal candidate is driven by self-motivation, possesses exceptional attention to detail, thrives on meeting deadlines, and excels in interpersonal and communication skills.

To succeed in this role, you must demonstrate an excellent understanding of taxation legislation and have the ability to effectively apply this knowledge in practical situations.

Join our team and embark on an exciting journey where you can make a real impact and enhance your expertise in tax compliance. Apply now!

Minimum Requirements    

• Graduate or Post-Graduate Tax or Accounting Qualification
• Registered Tax Practitioner or prepared to become a Tax Practitioner with SARS and a recognised controlling body
• Working knowledge of SARS e-filing website
• Working knowledge of tax software (Greatsoft and Wintax would be an advantage)
• Two to three years managing a portfolio of at least 300 tax clients (individuals, companies and trusts)

Duties and Responsibilities    
The scussessful candidate will need to have prior experience in a role that encompassed the following responsibilities:

• Portfolio management of approximately 350 – 450 clients in a tax compliance department
• Completing of annual income tax returns for individuals (including high net worth individuals and entrepreneurs), companies, trusts and exempt entities
• Attending SARS appointments
• Efficient tax structuring for individuals
• Preparation and submission of dividends tax returns
• Reviewing assessments received from SARS
• Objecting to incorrect tax assessments
• Provisional tax compliance
• Applying for tax clearances and tax directives
• SARS dispute resolution process
• Dealing with queries from clients, SARS and other departments within the company
• Consulting with clients
• Attending to SARS verification letters

It would be advantageous if the candidate has dealt with at least two of the following responsibilities:

• Voluntary Disclosure Programme
• Special allowance applications
• Tax Due Diligences
• Registration of PBO’s with the SARS exemption unit
• SARS payment arrangements
• Tax emigrations