Work-Force
Whether you are a seasoned Tax Consultant or stepping into the role for the first time, there is space for you in Potchefstroom. The team hires on merit and across communities in North West.
Overview
This Tax Consultant role sits within the finance jobs function in Potchefstroom. It offers a defined scope, clear measures of success, and the support of an experienced team across North West.
The organisation keeps reporting lines clean and expectations realistic. Performance is measured against a small, agreed set of metrics, and there are no surprise yardsticks for the Tax Consultant taking on this position.
Internal documentation, process notes and shared playbooks make it easier for the Tax Consultant to step into the finance jobs workflow quickly. Institutional knowledge is well-organised, so people are not reinventing the wheel from one week to the next.
Career Growth
Equally, this role can grow with you. Strong performers in the finance jobs team in Potchefstroom have moved into senior, supervisory and specialist positions, and that journey is supported through coaching, training and exposure to bigger projects.
Training is a mix of formal courses, structured on-the-job learning and exposure to broader projects, all geared at building practical skills.
Growth conversations happen at a regular cadence — not just at year-end — so the path forward stays current and realistic for every Potchefstroom team member.
About Potchefstroom
Potchefstroom continues to grow as an employment hub in North West, with in the Rustenburg platinum belt. This role gives you a foothold in one of its busier business communities, with access to the local services, suppliers and partners that keep the work moving.
If you are relocating, the team can share practical pointers on neighbourhoods, transport and the typical pace of life in Potchefstroom, North West.
Many candidates already living within reach of Potchefstroom cite the location as one of the role’s quiet wins, with shorter commutes and a real sense of being plugged into the local North West economy.
Your Role
- Provide ad hoc financial analysis to support business decisions
- Assist with VAT, PAYE and provisional tax submissions to SARS
- Implement and monitor internal controls to mitigate financial risk
- Prepare monthly management accounts and supporting schedules
- Process payment runs and resolve supplier queries timeously
- Assist with budget preparation and quarterly re-forecasting cycles
Minimum Requirements
- B.Com or National Diploma in Accounting, Finance or related field
- Strong understanding of VAT, PAYE and SARS e-filing
- Good written and verbal communication with non-finance stakeholders
- Hands-on experience with Sage, Pastel, SAP or Xero
- Ability to meet tight reporting deadlines under pressure
Candidates who meet most of these criteria are welcome to be considered for the role.