Trust and Tax Compliance Officer - Cape Town, South Africa - Intrinsic Consulting Services

Intrinsic Consulting Services

Verified Company

Cape Town, South Africa

1 week ago

Posted by:

Thabo Mthembu

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Description

Due to expansion, another exciting opportunity has arisen for a Bookkeeper or Accountant, with completed SAIPA articles, to fulfill the role of Trust & Tax Compliance Officer at this well established and highly respected Financial Services Company.

810 years relevant experience in similar function in a Trust Taxation environment.
Completed SAIPA articles
Experience gained in trust accounting essential
Experience in income tax for individuals, including for provisional tax payers
Computer literacy (intermediate): MS Office suite and excel at an intermediate level
Ability to work independently with absolute accuracy
Clean credit and criminal check, valid, unendorsed drivers licence and own vehicle are required

All of the above is required in order for you to fulfill the following responsibilities:

Preparation of annual financial statements of trusts
Completion of return of income, including submission of return to receiver, and calculations of tax payments and ensuring execution of same
Record keeping of all relevant data on tax management and accounting tools
Check assessments and followup on errors
Raise objections to assessments, and attend to enquiries raised by SARS
Request and remit payments and attend to client refunds from SARS
Provide an advisory service on tax matters in relations to trusts, as well as income tax for individuals
Assist with trust compliance and audits as needed
Make recommendations regarding tax planning and provide feedback to Trust Officers/ clients
Client liaison: timeous response to attending to and resolving all queries; regular and ongoing feedback relating to progress and confirmation of finalisation of matters to internal and external clients.