Tax Compliance Lead

2 days ago

Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, South Africa The Legends Agency Full time R500 000 - R650 000 per year

Tax Compliance Lead
Join a leading professional services firm where technical excellence meets opportunity.
Port Elizabeth | 8am to 5pm | Full-time

About Our Client
Our client is a respected professional services firm known for its strong reputation in audit, accounting, and advisory excellence. With offices across South Africa, the firm is committed to integrity, technical precision, and professional growth. Their Port Elizabeth branch offers a collaborative and learning-driven environment where talented professionals can grow their expertise and leadership impact.

The Role: Tax Compliance Lead
This position plays a key role in ensuring the firm's tax department delivers exceptional compliance services across individual, trust, and corporate portfolios. The Tax Compliance Lead will manage a team of compliance officers, oversee tax submissions and dispute resolutions, and act as a technical mentor to developing professionals. You'll work closely with partners and senior management to ensure all tax deliverables meet firm standards and SARS requirements.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and supervise the tax compliance team to ensure timely and accurate completion of tax work.

  • Review complex Income Tax and Provisional Tax submissions for companies, trusts, and individuals.

  • Manage SARS-related matters, including objections, appeals, and Tax Ombud submissions.

  • Oversee GreatSoft tax administration and assist with technical queries from team members.

  • Conduct and review detailed tax calculations, reconciliations, and compliance reports.

  • Consult with clients regarding tax queries, updates, and compliance best practices.

  • Liaise with SARS to resolve disputes, manage taxpayer information, and track refunds/payments.

  • Monitor compliance dashboards and report progress and risks to partners.

  • Mentor junior team members and SAIT learners, supporting professional development and performance.

  • Ensure adherence to firm quality standards and relevant professional codes (SAICA, IRBA, IESBA).

About You

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in a professional tax environment.

  • Relevant tax qualification and Matric with Accounting.

  • Registered Tax Practitioner (or eligible for registration).

  • Deep knowledge of the Income Tax Act, Tax Administration Act, and VAT Act.

  • Experience dealing with SARS and managing complex compliance issues.

  • Skilled in GreatSoft, SARS eFiling, and Microsoft Office.

  • Strong leadership and analytical skills, with an eye for detail.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

  • Professional, proactive, and committed to continuous improvement.

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