Tax Analyst - Johannesburg Verfied

Salary Negotiable Johannesburg, Gauteng Johannesburg, Gauteng more than 14 days ago 20-02-2015 4:38:59 PM
20-03-2015 4:38:59 PM
Tax Business Analyst

We are actively recruiting for a seasoned Tax Analyst (Investments / Banking /Financial Services) with at least 3 -4 years of professional experience in a similar position.
You will be tasked with implementing new tax requirements into systems and processes. Additionally, you will oversee the analysis and booking of complex corporate actions, together with the operations head and check and validate the submission of client tax reporting files ie the DWT files, the IT3 files and statements. Moreover you will be integrally involved in internal reporting and monitoring of tax compliance (income, indirect and or external tax reporting) across the Company business and product range.

Ideal candidates will meet the following minimum requirements:
• A bachelor’s degree and equivalent work experience with emphasis in accounting, finance or tax.
• Coursework towards or completion of an Advanced Degree is preferred. [ CA(SA) or CFA or equivalent ]
• A minimum of 3 - 4 years of significant tax experience in a similar position with exposure to issues on the taxation of corporations, partnerships, trusts, regulated investment companies, securities and financial instruments, and similar tax concepts.
• Experience of client tax reporting function, within a stock-broking environment is preferred.
• A general accounting background with experience in accounting principles and procedures preferred.
• Must have excellent legal research and writing skills.
• Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.

The following attributes / personal characteristics would be key:
• Individual who can use initiative, take ownership and is able to question from base principles
• Logical and detail orientated.
• Strong quantitative ability and highly analytical
• Able to demonstrate a clear understanding of business and process needs and risks.
• Proven track record in building successful internal and external relationships.
• Excellent standards in execution. Experience in leading within a results-orientated environment, with strong business ethics and commitment to the highest standards.