Tax & Reporting Accountant at Robert Walters

What you'll do:

• As a Tax and Reporting Accountant based in Midrand, you will play an integral role in ensuring the seamless consolidation of financial data while maintaining rigorous standards for statutory compliance. Your day-to-day activities will involve collaborating closely with various business units to deliver timely month-end reports, uploading critical data into advanced systems such as Hyperion and Prevero, and acting as the go-to expert for technical queries from international colleagues. You will also be responsible for preparing essential inputs for executive-level meetings, integrating commercial perspectives into your analyses, managing complex tax calculations across multiple domains, supporting audit processes with precision, guiding your team towards shared goals, and participating in strategic projects such as mergers or restructuring initiatives. Success in this role requires not only technical proficiency but also excellent interpersonal skills to nurture relationships throughout the organisation.
• Consolidate month-end financial information and prepare comprehensive reporting packs for head office as well as internal business units on a monthly and quarterly basis.
• Upload actuals, forecasts, and budget data into Hyperion and Prevero systems while ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Supervise the preparation and consolidation of annual financial statements along with other statutory reports as required by regulatory bodies.
• Review intercompany transactions to ensure full compliance with tax regulations and statutory requirements across all relevant jurisdictions.
• Act as the primary local contact for international teams regarding Hyperion queries and all aspects of financial reporting.
• Prepare detailed financial input for quarterly Board meetings and monthly EXCO packs to support strategic decision-making.
• Integrate commercial insights with financial reporting to provide holistic overviews of business performance.
• Perform tax calculations and manage tax returns including income tax, VAT, WHT, and PAYE while closely monitoring filing deadlines.
• Assist with both internal and external audits by providing accurate documentation and responding promptly to audit queries.
• Oversee the financial and commercial reporting team by providing guidance, support, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

To excel as a Tax and Reporting Accountant in this organisation, you will bring proven expertise gained through several years’ experience in similar roles within large or complex environments. Your background should include hands-on involvement with advanced Excel modelling techniques alongside deep familiarity with Oracle and Hyperion platforms. A thorough grasp of IFRS standards is expected so that you can confidently navigate intricate statutory requirements. Your understanding of tax matters must extend beyond theory into practical application—covering everything from income tax filings to VAT calculations—while your consulting background or Africa exposure will further enhance your ability to adapt solutions across different contexts. In addition to these technical strengths, your success will depend on your capacity for empathetic people management: nurturing talent within your team while forging dependable connections throughout the wider organisation. Your keen eye for detail ensures nothing is overlooked during audits or board preparations; meanwhile your clear communication style helps demystify complex issues for colleagues at every level.

• A minimum of two years post-qualification experience as a Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)) or CTA with completed articles is essential for this position.
• Advanced Excel skills are required; you must be able to demonstrate evidence of sophisticated Excel modelling capabilities.
• Proven experience using Oracle and Hyperion is non-negotiable due to the complexity of reporting requirements.
• A solid technical background in International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) is necessary to ensure compliance across all statutory submissions.
• Comprehensive understanding of tax principles including income tax, VAT, WHT, PAYE is vital for effective management of returns.
• Previous consulting experience is preferable as it provides valuable insight into best practices within diverse environments.
• Exposure to African markets or multi-jurisdictional entities would be advantageous when navigating regional complexities.
• Excellent people management skills are needed to work collaboratively with individuals at all levels within the business structure.
• Demonstrated commercial acumen combined with organisational savvy will help you integrate financial insights into broader business strategies.
• Exceptional communication abilities paired with meticulous attention to detail are crucial for building trust among stakeholders.