Job Title: Tax Administrative Assistant

Recruitment Company: Sagen Advisory Recruitment Company (on behalf of a client)

Location: Stellenbosch

Work Arrangement: On-site

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: R15,000 – R25,000 per month

Company Description

Sagen Advisory Recruitment Company is representing a professional financial services firm specializing in tax compliance and advisory services. The client provides a structured and professional environment where attention to detail and accuracy are highly valued.

Job Summary: The Tax Administrative Assistant will provide essential support to the Tax Practitioner by managing administrative workflows and ensuring all SARS-related documentation is accurate and submitted within deadlines. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented individual with strong eFiling knowledge who can navigate administrative complexities with professionalism.

Duties and Responsibilities

• SARS Compliance & Documentation: Prepare and gather documentation for Registered Representative appointments for Companies and Trusts.
• Appointment Management: Collate and organize all relevant information required for SARS appointments.
• eFiling Administration: Manage the preparation of supporting documentation for updating banking details on the eFiling platform.
• Registration & Deregistration: Gather and verify necessary information for tax registrations and deregistrations across various entities.
• Return Submissions: Compile supporting documentation for Individual and Trust tax return submissions.
• Tax Maintenance: Ensure the internal tax database is kept up to date and accurate.
• Direct Submissions: Prepare and submit nil or dormant tax returns for Income Tax, VAT, and PAYE.
• Liaison & Support: Conduct telephonic follow-ups with the SARS call centre and assist with general eFiling queries.
• General Administration: Manage client communications, filing, and document control to support the broader tax compliance function.

Qualifications and Experience

• Matric (Grade 12) is essential.
• A basic qualification in Administration or Bookkeeping is considered a distinct advantage.
• Proven experience navigating the SARS eFiling system is very important.
• Fundamental understanding of South African tax types, including Income Tax, VAT, and PAYE.

Ideal Candidate Profile: The successful candidate must possess exceptional organizational abilities and a high degree of self-discipline. Given the nature of tax work, a critical eye for detail and the ability to maintain strict confidentiality are required. You should be a professional communicator capable of managing pressure while adhering to strict statutory deadlines.