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Tax Administrator

Pnet
2 hours ago
Full-time
On-site
Cape Town, South Africa

Reference: CPT001441-NP-1

   
TAX ADMINISTRATOR 
Cape Town CBD

 
POSITION OVERVIEW
 
A prominent family office responsible for managing the financial, tax and administrative affairs of a diversified group of companies, trusts and investment structures is seeking to appoint a detail-oriented Tax Compliance Administrator.
The successful candidate will provide administrative and compliance support across a portfolio of companies, trusts and individuals, ensuring efficient interaction with SARS, accurate maintenance of taxpayer records, and timely preparation and submission of tax-related documentation.
 

Duties & Responsibilities


 
RESPONSIBILITIES:
 
SARS Administration & Compliance

  • Manage and monitor SARS correspondence and incoming communications.
  • Follow up on outstanding SARS matters via the SARS Contact Centre and other communication channels.
  • Escalate unresolved matters where required.
  • Prepare and submit complaints to the Tax Ombud when necessary.
  • Schedule and attend SARS appointments.
  • Maintain and update taxpayer registration information and registered particulars.
  • Assist with public officer updates and taxpayer profile maintenance.

 
Tax Registrations, Amendments & Deregistrations

  • Attend to registrations and amendments for various tax types.
  • Prepare and submit applications for deregistration of Income Tax, VAT and PAYE accounts.
  • Process trust registrations and related documentation.
  • Maintain accurate taxpayer records on SARS eFiling.

 
Tax Return Preparation & Compliance Support

  • Prepare draft individual income tax returns.
  • Prepare draft company income tax returns.
  • Prepare draft provisional tax returns for individuals, companies and trusts.
  • Prepare VAT, PAYE and dividend tax returns.
  • Compile supporting schedules and tax working papers.
  • Assist with responses to SARS verification and audit queries.

 
eFiling Administration

  • Manage taxpayer profiles on SARS eFiling.
  • Add, invite and maintain users and client access.
  • Update banking details, addresses and contact information.
  • Obtain tax compliance status letters, tax clearance certificates and related documentation.

 
Client Onboarding & Tax Administration

  • Perform tax compliance and hygiene checks for new entities and individuals.
  • Compile onboarding summaries and identify compliance risks.
  • Request statements of account, notices of registration and other SARS documentation.
  • Prepare supporting documentation, resolutions, powers of attorney and declarations.

 
Tax Residency & Specialised Tax Matters

  • Assist with cessation of South African tax residency applications.
  • Attend to requests for remission of administrative penalties.
  • Process payment reallocations and related SARS requests.
  • Assist with various ad hoc tax administration matters across the family office portfolio.

 
REQUIREMENTS

  • Relevant qualification in Taxation, Accounting or Finance.
  • 3–5 years' experience in a tax administration or tax compliance environment.
  • Working knowledge of SARS eFiling and SARS administrative processes.
  • Experience dealing with individuals, companies and trusts.
  • Strong administrative, organisational and communication skills.
  • High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Ability to manage multiple deadlines and confidential information.

 
 

We thank all applicants for their interest. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.