Careers at The South African Revenue Service (SARS)

Job Purpose

• To facilitate and deliver payroll auditing learning interventions that build technical capability, enable the transfer of learning into the workplace, and support SARS business objectives by strengthening service delivery and compliance outcomes.

Education and Experience

Minimum Qualification & Experience Required 

• A Bachelor’s degree or Advanced Diploma (NQF 7) in Taxation, Accounting or Auditing with 5–7 years’ experience in payroll tax auditing or payroll tax training and facilitation, of which 2–3 years must be at a functional specialist level.

Alternatively,

• Matric (NQF 4) and a Skills Programme in Facilitation qualification with 10 years’ experience in payroll tax auditing or payroll tax training and facilitation, of which 2–3 years must be at a functional specialist level.

Job Outputs:

Process

• Accumulate information to review work progress that provides input to reporting, decision making and the identification of improvement opportunities. (I)
• Apply practical and applied knowledge and act authoritatively on methods, systems and procedures to identify trends and potential risks. (I)
• Communication of situational interpretation and judgement of work outputs and queries in area of specialisation. (I)
• Conduct research to investigate areas of concern in order to resolve problems and identify solutions.
• Correctly apply policies, practices, standards, procedures and legislation in the delivery of work outputs. (I)
• Develop and maintain productive working relationships with peers and SARS role players to achieve predefined objectives.
• Draw on own knowledge and experience to diagnose symptoms, causes and possible effects in order to solve emerging problems. (I)
• Execute and evaluate training to address identified needs.
• Initiate process and procedural change, implement the change and provide guidelines and support related to new requirements as a result of the change. (I)
• Plan for value-added process improvements, initiatives and services to deliver on operational strategy and objectives. (I)
• Provide specialist input through the investigation of opportunities for operational and process, product and risk optimisation. (I)

Governance

• Implement and provide input into the development of governance, compliance, integrity and ethics processes within area of specialisation. (I)
• Ensure that completed work adheres to relevant policies, procedures, governance and legislative requirements, and report deviations and discrepancies.

People

• Develop and maintain productive working relationships with peers and team members to achieve predefined objectives. (I)
• Search for, integrate and share new knowledge attained through formal and informal learning opportunities in the execution of your job. (I)

Finance

• Adhere to organisational policies and procedures to ensure cost effectiveness and reduction of financial costs.

Client

• Contribute to a culture of service excellence, which builds positive relationships and provides opportunity for feedback and exceptional service. (I)
• Provide authoritative, specialist services, expertise and advice to internal and external stakeholders. (I)

Compliance Competency

• Security Clearance: GOC Confidential

Deadline:12th July,2026

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Job Purpose

• To conduct illicit trade investigations, under supervision, into tax and customs offences.

Education and Experience

Minimum Qualification & Experience Required

• National Diploma in Criminal or Forensic Investigations, Forensic Auditing, Taxation and 2-3 years’ experience in investigations or Investigative Auditing environment, of which 1-2 years ideally at knowledge worker level.

Minimum Functional Requirements

• Senior Certificate (NQF 4) AND 5 years related tax investigations experiences

Job Outputs:

Process

• Accumulate information and provide reports with recommendations applicable to area of specialisation
• Apply practical and applied knowledge and act authoritatively on methods, systems and procedures to identify trends and potential risks
• Communication of situational interpretation and judgement of work outputs and queries in area of specialisation
• Effectively plan and schedule own activities to continuously improve quality and service delivery in area of specialisation
• Execute process and procedural change, implement the changes and provide guidelines and support related to new requirements as a result of change
• Provide specialist input through the investigation of opportunities for operational and process product and risk optimisation
• Use practical and applied knowledge and situational judgement to arrive at decisions
• Correctly apply policies, standards, procedures and legislation in the delivery of work outputs.
• Assist fellow investigators when interviewing informers and possible witness to gather information administered by the Commissioner.
• Apply knowledge of the Legal framework relative to the work
• Plan and implement action necessary to conduct investigations without supervision
• Prepare the various reports and records required for the Quarterly performance reviews conducted
• Correctly identify facts in dispute in relation to identified criminal conduct
• Determine offences and recommend appropriate punitive actions according to the relevant legislation
• Plan and organise own work tasks within area work
• Investigate reported wilful acts of non-compliance to SARS legislation
• Appears as a specialist witness in court and attend to court proceedings as and when required
• Provide assistance to other law enforcement agencies as and when required, within the mandate of the Acts administered by SARS
• Prepare accurate links and or association diagrams to explain the relationship between individuals, activities, premises etc, to investigators
• Evaluate, collate and analyse information received from various sources to support internal stakeholders with timely and accurate intelligence

Governance

• Comply to set governance and compliance procedures and processes related to an area of specialisation and continuously identify and escalate risks.

People

• Develop and maintain productive working relationship with peers and team members to achieve predefined objectives

Finance

• Adhere to organisational policies and procedures to ensure cost effectives and reduction of financial costs

Client

• Contribute to a culture of service excellence, which builds positive relationships and provides opportunity for feedback and exceptional service
• Ensure own understanding and adherence to customer service delivery and provide specialist support to meet or exceed customer expectations
• Assist with requests from both the NPA & SAPS in relation to the investigation in accordance with the MOU between SARS, NPA and SAPS.

Behavioural competencies

• Adaptability
• Accountability
• Analytical thinking
• Attention to detail
• Building Sustainability
• Commitment to Continuous Learning
• Conceptual Ability
• Expertise in Context
• Fairness
• Integrity
• Organisational Awareness
• Respect

Technical competencies

• Business Writing Skill
• Criminal Investigation
• Forensic Auditing
• Fraud Investigation
• Investigative Skills
• Legal Knowledge and Knowledge of Ethics
• Verbal Communication

Deadline:8th July,2026

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Job Purpose

• To plan, manage and monitor the implementation of Customs activities and end-to-end processes, by managing the internal operations and resources within Customs division, in order to deliver on approved operational plans and to continuously enhance service delivery.

Education and Experience

Minimum Qualification & Experience Required

• Bachelor’s Degree/Advanced Diploma in Business Management, International trade or related field (NQF 7) and 5-7 years' experience in the Customs environment of which 1 year at a supervisory level, with experience in Ports of Entry operations as an added advantage.

#ALTERNATIVE

• Senior Certificate (NQF 4) and 10 years’ experience in the Customs & Excise environment, of which 1 year at a supervisory level, with experience in Ports of Entry operations as an added advantage.

Job Outputs:

Process

• Develop and align the functional operating model and value chain in relation to the organisational mandate, in partnership with stakeholders
• Consult with clients or stakeholders on complex issues and give technical advice to ensure the correct application of relevant legislation.
• Provide input into and implement the functional strategy for the business unit, in line with best practice and SARS strategic objectives.
• Manage & sustain corporate governance activities, including AG, Internal Audit, QMS, Office Assurance & Management Control Programmes within the team.
• Frequently report on progress of unit and or team against pre-defined objectives and standards, ensuring accurate representation of facts.
• Accumulate information to report on work progress and use for decision making purposes and the identification of improvement opportunities.
• Apply discretion and judgement to diagnose symptoms, causes and effects and to make decisions to overcome problems and to provide solutions.
• Deploy resources appropriately and anticipate and resolve problems to ensure that tactical targets are achieved within agreed deadlines & standards.
• Ensure procedures, policies and mandates are clearly understood and complied with.
• Ensure the development, alignment and implementation of end-to-end processes within area of accountability for continued process improvement.
• Link and communicate unit's objectives back to mandate, schedule and prioritise activities and allocate work to meet identified work outputs.
• Manage a work function or unit by focusing on the delivery and achievement of set objectives within specified time frames, costs and standards.
• Plan and organise multiple work outputs by assigning priorities and continuously reviewing objectives and goals.
• Provide input into the development of the tactical strategy as well as develop and implement a supporting operational strategy.
• Apply the necessary discretion and judgment in making decisions and overcoming obstacles in order to attain set goals and objectives for area of accountability.
• Implement change & provide guidelines to direct reports defining the impact of change, the change itself & new requirements as a result of the change.
• Implement resource plans in line with delivery and performance objectives, on budget and in partnership with specialised areas.

Governance

• Implement and use governance & compliance procedures & processes effectively to identify and manage risks and expose previously unknown liabilities.
• Understand and implement governance control processes and role segregation requirements in area of accountability.
• Implement risk management, governance and compliance policies and processes to identify and manage risks and expose liabilities.

People

• Implement appropriate people capacity plans in line with delivery and efficiency targets, on budget and in partnership with specialised areas.
• Encourage and enable teamwork, by enabling collaboration with others and commitment to pursuing set goals.
• Build strong relationships through providing direction and leadership to own team and expressing positive expectations.
• Monitor and actively manage team performance to meet specified objectives against required targets, deadlines and quality standards.

Finance

• Ensure team's adherence to specified policies, standards & procedures to prevent & reduce wastage on financial resources & escalate associated risk.
• Draw up a budget aligned to operational delivery plans, monitor and report on variances.
• Implement, manage and report on cost improvement objectives and communicate or escalate any shortfalls.

Client

• Implement continuous improvements and shorter turnaround times in line with Service Level Agreements with stakeholders.
• Provide technical support to staff in the execution of their tasks.
• Develop and implement processes which builds client service delivery excellence and encourages others to provide exceptional service.

Behavioural competencies

• Accountability 
• Adaptability
• Analytical Thinking
• Fairness and Transparency 
• Honesty and Integrity 
• Problem Solving and Analysis
• Respect 
• Trust 
• Ability to translate strategy into execution (Proficiency level 2) Operational Co-ordination/Optimisation
• Concern for impact of own behaviour on others
• Develops teams and nurtures interdependency
• Inspires others to Positive Action
• Nurtures Future Talent
• Stewardship and Service Orientation
• Strong Results Orientation
• Values and Manages Diversity

Technical competencies

• Border Control and Management
• Business Acumen
• Compliance Inspection
• Customs Knowledge
• Decisiveness
• Effective Business Communication
• Functional Policies and Procedures
• Legislative and regulatory compliance
• Planning and Organising
• Problem Analysis and Judgement
• SARS Systems Products
• Requirements Risk Management
• Managerial Budgeting
• Change Management

Deadline:13th July,2026

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Job Purpose

• To conduct advanced audits of high complexity, with the aim of influencing compliance through raising accurate assessments in line with relevant legislation. Provide technical support to other auditors on matters of various complexity levels. Utilises advanced tax, corporate and other legislative knowledge and experience to identify tax gaps, avoidance and evasion schemes, and suggests potential solutions to minimise tax risks. Identifies initiatives and changes to required legislation to impact compliance levels.

Education and Experience

Minimum Qualification & Experience Required 

• Bachelor’s degree / Advanced Diploma (NQF 7 or higher) in Audit/Tax/Accounting and 8 years' experience in an audit environment. 

Minimum Functional Requirements:

• Applicable professional registration at either of the following professional bodies: South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA) South African Institute of Taxation (SAIT) Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) South African Institute of Professional Accountants (SAIPA) Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE) 

Job Outputs:

Process

• Analyse a wide spectrum of highly complex transactions across multiple tax types and / or entities and / or groups of related entities and / or areas of specialisation which may be based locally or internationally with the aim of understanding the tax implications and determine compliance with relevant legislation.
• Analyse and make recommendations about improvements to specialist systems, procedures, policies and practices.
• Analyse highly complex data / evidence, review and confirm identified risks and consideration of additional risks which may relate to the entity being audited, across tax types, across related entities etc. This may relate to specific areas of specialisation.
• Conduct audits using newly identified systems / tools of digital information, methodology and other advanced technology identified to address highly complex advanced audit risks. This may include eCommerce transactions and other digital risks.
• Continuous engagement with Litigation and Dispute management to address issues relating to the interpretation of relevant legislation. Engagement with Legal counsel may be required for highly complex specialised matters. The auditor may be required to testify in a civil court on matters of a highly complex nature.
• Continuous engagements with Debt Management aimed at optimal collection on liabilities raised through the audit. Conduct a detailed financial and cash flow analysis to support the recommendations provided. Engage the taxpayer regarding the collection of debt at the finalisation stage of the audit. Engagement with Legal counsel may be required for highly complex specialised matters.
• Contribute to the optimum utilisation of org. resources, advising on effective planning and development of area of specialisation resource plans.
• Coordinate and provide technical support to ensure the finalisation of disputes and complaints. Analyse information of a complex nature provided at dispute stage and taxpayer complaints logged across the linked / related entities / groups of entities and / or specialised projects.
• Coordinate and support the efficient progress of the audit of linked / related entities / groups of entities being audited utilising approved systems.
• Develop a single practice area in alignment with operational activity and procedural frameworks and ensure tactical implementation.
• Draw on own technical or professional expertise, knowledge and experience to identify and recommend tactical solutions to defined problems in practices.
• Identify and escalate serious tax offences for potential criminal investigation, provide a detailed analysis of the facts together with the applicable tax legislation. Engagement with the National Prosecuting Authority may be required for highly complex specialised matters. The auditor may be required to testify in a criminal court.
• Identify changes required to legislation, with relevant stakeholders and policy owners to close compliance loopholes.
• Identify information required to mitigate audit risks of an advanced and highly complex nature and engage taxpayers / tax practitioners / experts / third parties both locally and internationally for additional relevant information and clarification.
• Identify new and additional highly complex risks for audit scope expansion, identification of new risks relating to other tax types and related entities for referral to Case Selection for profiling for new audit interventions.
• Integrate business information, compare, analyse and produce reports to identify trends, discrepancies and inconsistencies for decision making purposes.
• Optimise goal achievement through tactical strategy implementation and optimisation of practises, processes and systems across an internal value chain.
• Plan for value-added, continuous practice and system improvements to deliver on objectives to enhance tactical implementation and excellence.
• Prepare and issue detailed, high level relevant communication / reports as required to internal and external stakeholders. Ensure that communication is coordinated and aligned between related audits on tax types, entity levels or areas of specialisation.
• Prepare inputs based on analysis and interpretation of facts and legislation, participate and present to relevant Committee. Highlight treatment of audits of similar nature to the relevant Committee to ensure consistent treatment. i.e. Technical Committee, Understatement Committee, Large Assessment Committee, Objections Committee, National Appeals Committee.
• Prepare system notes of progress and outcomes as required and maintain during the audit process, e.g. Service Manager, TeamMate. Review system notes of auditors involved in the audit of the linked and / or related entities and / or groups of entities.
• Proactively identify interconnected problems, determine its impact and use to develop best fit alternatives, best practice implementation solutions.
• Provide guidance / technical support to other Auditors on highly complex matters / areas of specialisation. This may involve conducting research, training and development, and coaching support during an audit or dispute process.
• Provide input to draft policies and procedures to the product areas e.g., different Tax Types product areas, Process Design and Engineering, etc.
• Provide inputs and guidance to Account Maintenance on remittance of penalty and interest requests.
• Raise accurate assessments on SARS systems in relation to relevant legislation and ensure that assessments raised on linked / related entities / groups of entities / specialised projects are aligned from a tax perspective.
• Recommend changes to optimise processes, systems, practice areas and associated procedures and execute the implementation of change and innovation.
• Research to identify highly complex tax risks that may not have been addressed effectively through audit or other interventions. These risks will be referred to Case Selection which may lead to the identification of new audit focus areas e.g. industry, tax specific risks, specialised projects, etc.
• Translate top-down policy, apply modification in relation to own practice area and communicate impact to relevant stakeholders.
• Plan, conduct and support highly complex advanced audits/ projects to ensure compliance with relevant Acts / Regulations / Policies / Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Governance

• Develop and /or align governance and compliance policies for own practice area to identify and manage risk exposure liability.

People

• Integrate new knowledge and transfer skills attained through formal and informal learning opportunities in the execution of your job.
• Provide specialist know-how, support, advice and practice thought leadership in area of expertise.

Finance

• Implement and monitor financial control, management of costs and corporate governance in area of specialisation.

Client

• Develop and ensure implementation of a practice that builds service delivery excellence and encourages others to provide exceptional stakeholder service.
• Participate in the specialist practice community and contribute positively to organisation knowledge management.
• Provide authoritative, specialist expertise and advice to internal and external stakeholders.

Behavioural competencies

• Accountability
• Analytical Thinking
• Attention to Detail
• Commitment to Continuous Learning
• Conceptual Ability
• Customer Service
• Drive for Results
• Expertise in Context
• Fairness and Transparency
• Honesty and Integrity
• Organisational Awareness
• Persuasion Ability
• Problem Solving and Analysis
• Respect
• Trust

Technical competencies

• Audit Methodology
• Business Knowledge
• Compliance Inspection
• Business Writing Skills
• Data Collection and Analysis
• Efficiency improvement
• Functional Policies and Procedures
• Information management
• Governance, Ethics and Values
• Planning and Organising
• Reporting
• Tax Knowledge

Deadline:15th July,2026

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Job Purpose

• To manage finance operations and provide a comprehensive financial solution to business units and ensure provision of meaningful data for key decision-making requirements and in line with PFMA and predefined guidelines, policies and procedures.

Education and Experience

Minimum Qualification & Experience Required

• Bachelor's Degree / Advanced Diploma (NQF 7) in Finance or related industry qualification with 5 - 7 years’ finance experience in a similar environment, of which 1 year at a supervisory level.

ALTERNATE:

• Senior Certificate (NQF 4) and 10 years' finance experience, of which 1 year at a supervisory level.

Job Outputs:

Process

• Advise on the translation and application of policy in a specific functional area.
• Apply judgement within policy, procedures and precedents to support and meet business needs.
• Accumulate information to report on work progress and use for decision making purposes and the identification of improvement opportunities.
• Apply discretion and judgement to diagnose symptoms, causes and effects and to make decisions to overcome problems and to provide solutions.
• Apply the necessary discretion and judgment in making decisions and overcoming obstacles in order to attain set goals and objectives for area of accountability.
• Deploy resources appropriately and anticipate and resolve problems to ensure that tactical targets are achieved within agreed deadlines and standards.
• Ensure procedures, policies and mandates are clearly understood and complied with.
• Ensure the development, alignment and implementation of end-to-end processes within area of accountability for continued process improvement.
• Frequently report on progress of unit and or team against pre-defined objectives and standards, ensuring accurate representation of facts.
• Implement change and provide guidelines to direct reports defining the impact of change, the change itself and new requirements as a result of the change.
• Implement resource plans in line with delivery and performance objectives, on budget and in partnership with specialised areas.
• Link and communicate unit's objectives back to mandate, schedule and prioritise activities and allocate work to meet identified work outputs.
• Manage a work function or unit by focusing on the delivery and achievement of set objectives within specified time frames, costs and standards.
• Plan and organise multiple work outputs by assigning priorities and continuously reviewing objectives and goals.
• Provide input into the development of the tactical strategy as well as develop and implement a supporting operational strategy.

Governance

• Ensure the effective, efficient and economic use of assets within the area of responsibility as required by the PFMA and sound governance principles.
• Monitor compliance to organisational policy and procedures and all statutory and regulatory requirements prescribed for overall corporate governance.
• Implement and use governance and compliance procedures and processes effectively to identify and manage risks and expose previously unknown liabilities.
• Implement risk management, governance and compliance policies and processes to identify and manage risks and expose liabilities.
• Understand and implement governance control processes and role segregation requirements in area of accountability.

People

• Build strong relationships through providing direction and leadership to others and expressing positive expectations.
• Encourage and enable teamwork, by enabling collaboration with others and commitment to pursuing set goals.
• Implement appropriate people capacity plans in line with delivery and efficiency targets, on budget and in partnership with specialised areas.
• Monitor and actively manage team performance to meet specified objectives against required targets, deadlines and quality standards.

Finance

• Implement and provide feedback on the effectiveness of financial policy, practice and procedures: preventing illegal, unethical or improper conduct.
• Draw up a budget aligned to operational delivery plans, monitor and report on variances.
• Ensure team's adherence to specified policies, standards and procedures to prevent and reduce wastage on financial resources and escalate associated risk.
• Implement, manage and report on cost improvement objectives and communicate or escalate any shortfalls.

Client

• Implement continuous improvements and shorter turnaround times in line with Service Level Agreements with stakeholders.
• Manage interdependencies to ensure input and output flow between all teams and divisions and external stakeholders.
• Provide technical support to staff in the execution of their tasks.
• Develop and implement processes which build client service delivery excellence and encourage others to provide exceptional service.

Behavioural competencies

• Accountability
• Adaptability
• Fairness and Transparency
• Honesty and Integrity
• Problem solving and Analysis
• Respect
• Trust

Leadership Competencies

• Ability to translate strategy into execution
• Concern for impact of own behaviour on others
• Develops teams and Nurtures interdependency
• Inspires others to positive action
• Nurtures future talent
• Stewardship and service orientation
• Strong results orientation
• Values and manages diversity 

Deadline:14th July,2026