Work-Force
Posted recently. We believe great workplaces are built on great people. We are looking for a Tax Consultant in Soweto, and we encourage applicants from across Gauteng to consider this opportunity.
About This Position
The Tax Consultant vacancy forms part of how the Soweto branch keeps performing. It pairs day-to-day delivery with longer-running priorities that keep the finance jobs side of the business moving forward.
Expect a structured first ninety days, with onboarding milestones, regular check-ins, and an early focus on getting comfortable with the systems and processes that underpin the Soweto team.
Tools, systems and information are there to support the role rather than slow it down. The company continues to invest in the technology that backs its Soweto teams, and the new Tax Consultant will feel that from the first week.
Equally, the role has been written to be sustainable, not just busy. Strong output is expected, and managers in Soweto also pay attention to recovery, learning and the kind of breathing room that keeps people doing good work over time.
Meet the Team
Notably, the team you will be working with is fast-paced and energetic. Things move quickly across the Soweto office, and the people who thrive here are the ones who plan ahead, communicate openly and pick up the slack when Gauteng operations get busy.
Collaboration is the default working mode. Whether picking up a quick query or working through a complex project, you will find colleagues willing to lean in and help.
Notably, the team structure and working relationships for this role in Soweto will be explained during the hiring process.
Line management is hands-on without being heavy. Expect regular one-to-ones, honest feedback and the support needed to do good work consistently.
Working in Soweto
Soweto continues to grow as an employment hub in Gauteng, with easy access via the N1 and N14 corridors. 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.
Many candidates already living within reach of Soweto cite the location as one of the role’s quiet wins, with shorter commutes and a real sense of being plugged into the local Gauteng economy.
Accessibility is taken seriously: where the role allows, the team works toward a balance of in-office presence and flexibility for candidates based in and around Soweto.
Candidates should review the listed location, schedule and travel requirements before applying for this role in Soweto, Gauteng.
Your Future Here
Career progression for this finance jobs role in Soweto depends on the hiring organisation’s policies, role requirements and business needs in Gauteng.
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 Soweto team member.
Internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in Soweto have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across Gauteng.
Diversity and Inclusion
Practically speaking, the organisation supports a respectful workplace. Applications are welcome from suitably qualified candidates across Gauteng, and recruitment is intended to be fair and transparent.
B-BBEE compliance is more than a scorecard here. It informs how the business invests in skills development, supplier diversity and community engagement across the country.
Inclusive hiring extends through onboarding and into how teams operate every day. Respectful, fair conduct is expected from every team member in Soweto.
In addition, the hiring organisation’s applicable employment-equity and inclusion practices will be explained in the final vacancy details for Gauteng.
Where You’ll Work
Beyond that, the environment is structured and deadline-driven, with peaks around month-end, year-end and audit cycles. The wider team is collaborative, but focused work is the norm.
Practically speaking, the working environment is set up to give the team the focus needed for deeper work, while keeping collaboration and quick problem-solving close at hand.
Health, safety and well-being are taken seriously. Current policies and procedures are maintained, and the Soweto site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.
Practically speaking, the role is intended to operate under the hiring organisation’s workplace conduct, health and safety policies in Gauteng.
Core Functions
- Process payment runs and resolve supplier queries timeously
- Assist with budget preparation and quarterly re-forecasting cycles
- Maintain the fixed asset register and process monthly depreciation
- Prepare monthly management accounts and supporting schedules
- Capture supplier invoices, journals and bank transactions accurately
- Provide ad hoc financial analysis to support business decisions
Who We’re Looking For
- Sound ethical conduct and discretion when handling sensitive data
- Hands-on experience with Sage, Pastel, SAP or Xero
- Ability to meet tight reporting deadlines under pressure
- Working towards SAICA, SAIPA or CIMA designation is preferred
- Awareness of B-BBEE financial reporting requirements
- Strong understanding of VAT, PAYE and SARS e-filing
- B.Com or National Diploma in Accounting, Finance or related field
Notably, candidates who meet most of these criteria are welcome to be considered for the role.