Latest Openings at The South African Revenue Service (SARS)

Job Purpose

• To provide accounting support by coordinating and managing accounting functions, conduct proper account reconciliations, in order to ensure the efficiency and effectiveness of the accounting practices in SARS.

Education and Experience

Minimum Qualification & Experience Required

• Relevant Bachelor’s Degree / Advanced Diploma (NQF 7) in Accounting AND 5-7 years' experience in a finance, accounting or similar financial environment, of which 2-3 years at a technically skilled level working at resolving financial and accounting queries and generate accounting reports.

#Alternative

• Senior Certificate (NQF 4) AND 10 years financial related experience in a finance, accounting or similar financial environment of which 2 - 3 years at a technically skilled level working at resolving financial and accounting queries and generate accounting reports.

Note: The alternative qualifications and experience refer to the internal minimum requirements (internal staff of SARS).

Job Outputs:

Process

• Continuously ensure accurate communication to relevant SARS offices on discrepancies  and errors in order to advise on how to ensure the accurate adjustment of said matters.
• Develop and maintain regular reports via the applicable SARS accounting system.
• Execute specialist input through investigation and opportunities within the product process including risk concern.
• Maintain accounts by identifying, verifying and recording financial transactions.
• Monitor, verify and review outstanding information in order to pass relevant transactions where applicable according to set standard in order to ensure accuracy and prevent fraudulent activities.
• Accumulate information to review work progress that provides input to reporting, decision making and the identification of improvement opportunities.
• 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.
• Correctly apply policies, practices, standards, procedures and legislation in the delivery of work outputs.
• Draw on own knowledge and experience to diagnose symptoms, causes and possible effects in order to solve emerging problems.
• Initiate process and procedural change, implement the change and provide guidelines and support related to new requirements as a result of the change.
• Plan for value-added process improvements, initiatives and services to deliver on operational strategy and objectives.
• Provide specialist input through the investigation of opportunities for operational and process, product and risk optimisation.

Governance

• Comply with organisational internal control and governance standards accounting standards and tax legislation
• Implement and provide input into the development of governance, compliance, integrity and ethics processes within area of specialisation.

People

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

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.
• Provide authoritative, specialist services, expertise and advice to internal and external stakeholders.

Behavioural competencies

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

Technical competencies

• Analysis and Interpretation of Financial Statements
• Business Knowledge
• Data Collection and Analysis
• Efficiency improvement
• Financial Accounting
• Financial Acumen
• Financial Analysis and Reporting
• Financial Control
• Functional Policies and Procedures
• Reporting
• Standard operating procedure compliance
   

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Job Purpose

• The job purpose of Analyst: Data and Reporting within third-party data management is to analyse external data, generate insights, and develop data-driven strategies to enhance business performance. This role involves leveraging third-party data to support decision-making, improve operational efficiency, and ensure compliance with tax regulations. The analyst is responsible for creating detailed reports, identifying trends, and providing recommendations to optimize processes and achieve organizational objectives.

Education and Experience

Minimum Qualification & Experience Required 

• National Diploma (NQF 6) in Information Systems/ Statistics/ Computer Science/ Informatics and or Information Technology with solid data and reporting background AND 3 - 4 years’ experience in a similar environment, of which 1 - 2 years at a knowledge worker level.

Alternative #

• Senior Certificate (NQF 4) with 6 years related experience, of which 1 - 2 years at a knowledge worker level.

Minimum Functional Requirements

• Technical Expertise: Intermediate to advanced knowledge of data processes, data cleaning, analysis, reporting, data models, and database design and testing.
• Data Tools Proficiency: Experience with reporting tools (e.g., SQL, Power BI, Tableau), databases (e.g., SQL Server), and programming languages (e.g., R, Python).
• Statistical Knowledge: Proficiency in using statistical packages for analysing datasets (e.g., Excel, SPSS, SAS, R).
• Data Warehousing: Knowledge of data warehousing concepts and practices.
• Business Intelligence: Understanding of business intelligence methodologies and data visualization techniques.
• Microsoft Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Job Outputs:

Process

• Accumulate information and provide reports with recommendations applicable to area of specialisation.
• Analyse and evaluate performance of BU, identify and report on variances against cost, quality, delivery and risk, ensure compliance with ops strategy.
• Apply practical and applied knowledge and act authoritatively on methods, systems and procedures to identify trends and potential risks.
• Collect and collate data, analyse information and provide reports and recommendations.
• 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 change and provide guidelines and support related to new requirements as a result of the change.
• Gather data of current processes, systems and performance to facilitate process analysis and improvements.
• Provide specialist input through the investigation of opportunities for operational and process product and risk optimisation.
• Undertake information gathering and analysis of data within set guidelines to report related information to business.

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 relationships with peers and team members to achieve predefined objectives.

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.
• Ensure own understanding and adherence to customer service delivery and provide specialist support to meet or exceed customer expectations.

Behavioural Competencies

• Accountability
• Analytical Thinking
• Attention to Detail
• Commitment to Continuous Learning
• Fairness and Transparency
• Honesty and Integrity
• Organisational Awareness
• Conceptual Ability
• Fairness and Transparency
• Respect

Technical Competencies

• Business Knowledge
• Data Analysis
• Data Collection and Analysis
• Efficiency improvement
• Functional Policies and Procedures
• Quality Orientation
• Reporting
• Statistical and Mathematical Analysis

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Job Purpose

• To be responsible for managing multiple sites and staff, development and implementation of building and infrastructure maintenance plans and provision of services. To provide business support and logistic service to the SARS business units at a standard and performance that enables the SARS business operations.

Education and Experience

• B.Degree/Adv Dip / BTech in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering (NQF 7) AND 5-7 years' experience in Facilities Management or Built Environment, of which 1 year is at a supervisory level.

ALTERNATIVE#

• Senior Certificate (NQF 4) and 10 years of Facilities Management or Built Environment experience, of which 1 year is at a supervisory level.

Minimum Qualification & Experience Required

Job Outputs:

Process

• Be observant and engage in possible violations of procedures and standards of conduct and escalate where necessary.
• Plan, coordinate, and arrange all logistics and arrangements associated with assets between buildings and/or offices.
• Identify and resolve queries and problems timeously, apply known solutions in line with the guidelines provided, and escalate unresolved problems.
• Plan for value-added, continuous practice & system improvements to deliver on objectives to enhance tactical implementation and excellence.
• Develop and maintain productive working relationships with peers, SARS role players, and third parties to achieve predefined objectives.
• Motivate and encourage staff to work efficiently and achieve a high standard of work as per set standards.
• Report maintenance matters, including the building, premises, and any equipment located on the property, to the Maintenance Manager via the Regional FM Manager.
• Identify and direct facilities-related problems to the Property Department for resolution and provide needed support to resolve them.
• Develop, champion, and implement a facility management program including preventative maintenance and lifecycle requirements.
• Apply sound knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems, and infrastructure, e.g. HAVC, fire and lightning protection, etc.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety and environmental regulations, standards, and industry codes including local by-laws.
• Manage and maintain control of projects undertaken within Corporate Real Estate in the area of responsibility.
• Manage the resolution of issues and disputes arising from daily operations as it relates to landlord obligations.
• Manage outsourced third-party facility management service providers brought in under contract (e.g. cleaning, pest control, landscaping, maintenance service providers, etc.).
• Involve and contribute to the management of operational costs.
• Responsible for reviewing and monitoring that contracted work is completed on time and according to the contracted agreements.
• Develop and manage building and infrastructure maintenance services and contracts and manage life cycle maintenance programs.
• Provide specialist input through the investigation of opportunities for operational and process product and risk optimisation.
• Apply the necessary discretion and judgment in making decisions and overcoming obstacles to attain set goals and objectives for areas of accountability.
• Provide input into the development of the tactical strategy as well as develop and implement a supporting operational strategy.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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 the area of accountability for continued process improvement.
• Accumulate information to report on work progress and use for decision-making purposes and the identification of improvement opportunities.
• Apply discretion and judgment to diagnose symptoms, causes, and effects and to make decisions to overcome problems and provide solutions.
• Frequently report on the progress of the unit and or team against pre-defined objectives and standards, ensuring accurate representation of facts.

Governance

• Ensure that completed work adheres to relevant policies, procedures, governance, and legislative requirements and report on deviations & discrepancies.
• Understand and implement governance control processes and role segregation requirements in the area of accountability.
• Implement risk management, governance, and compliance policies and processes to identify and manage risks and expose liabilities.
• Implement and use governance & compliance procedures & processes effectively to identify and manage risks and expose previously unknown liabilities.

People

• Monitor and actively manage team performance to meet specified objectives against required targets, deadlines, and quality standards.
• Build strong relationships through providing direction and leadership to own team and expressing positive expectations.
• 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.

Finance

• Manage effective cost control of the core processes in line with targeted savings.
• Ensure team's adherence to specified policies, standards & procedures to prevent & reduce wastage of financial resources & escalate associated risk.
• Draw up a budget aligned to operational delivery plans and monitor and report on variances.
• Implement, manage, and report on cost improvement objectives and communicate or escalate any shortfalls.

Client

• Contribute to a culture of customer service excellence, which builds positive relationships & provides opportunities for feedback & exceptional service.
• Develop and implement processes that build client service delivery excellence and encourage others to provide exceptional service.

Behavioural competencies

• Developing Others
• Honesty and Integrity
• Trust
• Respect
• Honesty and Integrity
• Problem Solving and Analysis
• Adaptability
• Fairness and Transparency
• Accountability
• Conceptual Thinking
• Championing the Mandate
• Influencing Others
• Mobilising Teams
• Driving for Excellence
• Leveraging Diversity
• Accurate Understanding
• Resilience
• Customer Service
• Building Sustainability

Technical competencies

• Computer Literacy
• Managerial Budgeting
• Facilities Management
• Project Management
• Effective Business Communication
• Problem Analysis and Judgement
• Planning and Organising
• Decisiveness
• Business Acumen
• SARS Systems Products
• Logistic Management
• Query Resolution