An opportunity has arisen for a Finance Taxation Assistant Manager to join the team.
This is a non-client facing role with internal stakeholders only.
The position requires a Chartered Accountant/BCom Accounting candidate with a post degree qualification in Tax, that has knowledge of accounting concepts, IFRS standards, Tax Acts and SARS E-filing.The incumbent must have a basic understanding of the creditors, debtors, general ledger and payroll functions with an ability to obtain an understanding / ability to make process/ procedure recommendations from a tax perspective, through interactions with the various teams.The incumbent must have the passion, willingness and ability to deal with an extensive number of people at both senior and junior levels that require tax assistance, advice and direction.
Exceptional client service is required, whilst simultaneously upholding and maintaining appropriate standards and principles.Reporting RelationshipsThe position reports to the Finance Tax Manager and ultimately the Regional Finance Lead and Country Tax Leader.
There is close interaction with the South Africa Finance team.Key ResponsibilitiesWork with the auditors and finance team to prepare income tax and deferred tax calculations for the AFSPreparation and submission of company income tax returns with supporting schedules and workingsCompletion and submission of IT14SD Supplementary Declaration returnsPreparation and submission of provisional tax calculationsChecking tax assessments, and following up on all tax related issuesLiaising with SARS and stakeholders with regards to tax issuesDraft letters/objections and other query responses to SARSOnline tax clearance/tax status applicationsCalculation and payment of dividend withholding tax and filing of dividend tax returnsAssistance with calculation of foreign withholding tax credits and signing off monthly reconciliationsAssistance with review of monthly vat processes/returns/schedulesPreparing technical opinions/position papers for the organisation and ensuring procedures and processes are adhered to, to manage compliance for the firmKeeping abreast of the latest tax developmentsAssistance to the operations team, payroll and HR departments with general VAT, PAYE, Withholding Tax and Customs queriesAssist with the relevant tax submissions in foreign countries, USA, India, NigeriaAssistance with Africa Tax Compliance DashboardFormalise and report any known tax related transgressionsExecution FocusedTask orientated and proven ability to produce material on a regular basis to a consistently high standard with little or no errorsWritingAbility to write clear and accurate reports/opinionsMeet strict deadlines and quality standardsTechnicalPractical experience in a professional organisationSoftware – Excellent Excel/Word skills including presentational aspects and pivot tablesKnowledge of SARS E-filingKnowledge of SAP preferredKnowledge of Tax ActsKnowledge of IFRS standardsTeamworkA strong team player who is comfortable working collaboratively and directionally as required.Must be able to balance communication, planning and execution.FlexibilityComfortable working on a number of projects/tasks concurrently within a rapidly changing environmentKey AttributesSelf-starter with initiative to manage with minimal direction.Ability to manage and produce outcomes at a degree of detailChallenging and curious mindset with a business/commercial outlook.Able to interact with senior management and support teams and leadersHave a degree of self-awareness and ability to acquire technical skills and expertise to address areas of growthTeam playerQualificationsCA(SA)/Bcom(Acc) or similar qualification with an appropriate post degree qualification in taxAccreditation with relevant professional body, SAICA, SAIT etc.Practical working experience at/with SARSPractical working experience in a tax compliance/consulting departmentPractical experience in handling cross border transactions, VAT and PAYEWho we are:At EY we support you in achieving your unique potential both personally and professionally.
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