Tax Director

The Tax Director will take overall responsibility for the compliance of the Tax Department, consulting directly with clients and assisting the partners with queries.

Skills

• High degree of numeracy and literacy skills
• Legal interpretation skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Communication skills
• Client Service skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Leadership skills
• Managerial Skills

Competencies

• Time Management
• Training
• Coaching
• Professionalism
• Flexibility

Key Duties and Responsibilities - Key Performance Indicators:

Consulting
Assisting clients, partners and staff with tax related issues
Dealing with complex tax queries from SARS
Dealing with SARS full scope audits
Liasing with senior SARS officials
Dispute resolution process with SARS (Objection/Appeal process including representing clients at Tax Board level)
Assist with national Tax booklet
Attend national Tax Partners meetings
Brief attorneys/advocates when tax dispute reaches court level
Keep up to date with tax law changes

Administration/Compliance
Overall responsibility for Tax Compliance dept
Staff Recruitment, Retention, Training, and Development
Commissioner of Oaths

Experience
8 - 10 years plus Specialist Tax experience
Specialist experience in Tax and relevant legislation
Ability to deal with SARS at a senior level
Management experience

Academic Qualifications Required
B Comm/H Dip Tax