Assistant VAT and Tax Accountant

Johannesburg - South Africa

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description

Were recruiting for an Assistant Accountant (VAT & Tax) to join the finance team of a large well-known group operating across South Africa. This role is ideal for someone with a strong tax foundation and a keen eye for compliance and detail.

Who the company is
This is a fast-paced structured business environment where finance plays a vital role in supporting operational success. Youll be part of a Group Services team helping to drive tax compliance and accurate financial reporting across multiple entities.

What the role is about
Youll manage VAT submissions reconciliations and support wider tax compliance across the business. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys digging into detail solving tax queries and staying current with evolving SARS requirements.

What youll be doing

Prepare and reconcile monthly input and output VAT reports
Complete and submit VAT returns and ensure timely payments
Review VAT processes across business units and suggest improvements
Assist with income tax provisional tax PAYE and other tax submissions
Respond to SARS queries and manage supporting documents
Support internal stakeholders with tax advice and risk mitigation

What were looking for

BCom Accounting qualification
SAIPA/SAICA articles advantageous
2 years relevant experience post-articles
Strong knowledge of VAT and general tax compliance
Proficient in Excel and able to perform reconciliations to completion
High attention to detail and strong stress management
Comfortable engaging with SARS and internal stakeholders

Whats in it for you

Hybrid working: 3 days in-office
Join a stable well-established national group
Be part of a collaborative high-performing finance team
Develop deep expertise in VAT and tax across multiple business units

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Job DescriptionWere recruiting for an Assistant Accountant (VAT & Tax) to join the finance team of a large well-known group operating across South Africa. This role is ideal for someone with a strong tax foundation and a keen eye for compliance and detail.Who the company isThis is a fast-paced struc...