Tax Accountant (Permanent)

Job Title: Tax Accountant Start Date: 2026-07-13 - 2026-08-12 Vacancy Type: Permanent JHB000056 Sectors: Financial Services FMCG Location: Gauteng , Midrand Salary: R - Negotiable Monthly Cost To Company Brief: An FMCG concern is seeking a Tax Accountant, a self-driven and motivated individual who will be responsible for the following: Produce accurate, reliable and compliant financial information that supports sound business decisions and meets statutory obligations in compliance with company policies and procedures. Educational requirements - Accounting Qualification - Degree Required Experience - Minimum 6-8 years' experience as a Financial Accountant - Able to work overtime when required, especially during month end Required Competencies - Must be able to solve queries accurately at a fast pace - Excellent communication skills (interact with suppliers) - Ability to work under pressure - Deadline driven and ability to prioritize duties - Able to multi-task - Have a "can do" and positive attitude - Have high degree of financial accuracy - Must be methodical and show initiative - Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment - Must be self-motivated and a fast learner - Must be assertive and a team player Detail: Responsibilities Include, but are not limited to: Accounting and Finance - Preparation of Annual Financial Statements in accordance with accounting standards. - Manage control assessment tracking system ‘CATS' (Internal Audit). - Implement and monitor internal controls. - Assist with cash flow management, accuracy, tracking and template improvements. Accounts Payable - Review and Approval of EP, APMS, GEVS, IBTS vouchers and other approvals. - Drive the no vendors in 90 days rule within the AP ledger, assist in reducing any vendors with balance in with 90 days and above. External Audit - Resolve queries raised by External Auditors to complete audit. - Assist with External Audit information collation, preparation and submission. Tax and Statutory - Responsible for tax risk management, monitoring and tracking. - Serve as PIC/liaison for Tax internally (group) and externally (SARS and other key stakeholders). - Completion of Corporate Income Tax, Provisional Tax and Deferred Tax together with all related schedules. - In charge of all tax related statutory submissions, filings and calculations. - Assist with other non-tax related statutory submissions, filings and calculations such as Statssa and adhoc as necessary. - Completion and filing of Expat/FSE tax returns and serve as liaison between FSEs and consultant. - Assist with tax related issues and ensure the risk to the company is minimized. - Assist with drafting Transfer Pricing Document and serve as liaison with consultant. - Completion of CBC Reporting. - Coordination with consultants and advisors. Fixed Assets (incl ROU) and Inventory Management - Maintain the fixed asset register – including disposals, additions and transfers. - Assist by coordinating and conducting the Fixed Asset and Inventory counts. - Completion of Fixed Asset Reports. - Administration of TAMS. - Preparation of monthly balance sheet recons. Month end closing assistance - Assist with month end closing (full function) to be available to act as back up for Finance and Accounting Manager. - Prepare journals for Finance and Accounting Manager review and ensure accurate recording of Sales, General and Administration Expenses. - Variance analysis of Sales, General and Administration Expenses. - Reconciliation preparation and monitoring of Sales, General and Administration Expenses. Reporting - Assist with reports and management of deadlines/targets e.g. GFVS/Cash Flow. - Maintain the general ledger. - Adhoc reporting to HQ, RHQ and RTC. - Minute taking and tracking of action points. - Assistance with Finance Projects. - Assistance with GFVS investigation, tracking, submission and monitoring. - Assistance with creation, implementation and monitoring of standard operating procedures. Supervisory Responsibilities - Assist in supervision of 2 x accounts payable clerks in guidance, leadership and management of deadlines/targets and other indirect supervision as required. show more... For more information please contact: Jurgens Apply