Work-Force
Looking for your next move as a Tax Consultant in Soweto? A role has just opened that gives you real responsibility and a clear path forward in Gauteng.
What This Role Involves
This Tax Consultant role sits within the finance jobs function in Soweto. It offers a defined scope, clear measures of success, and the support of an experienced team across Gauteng.
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.
In addition, 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.
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.
Diversity and Inclusion
Importantly, the organisation is committed to fair, merit-based recruitment and equal opportunity. Applications are assessed against the published role requirements in line with applicable employment law.
Inclusive hiring extends through onboarding and into how teams operate every day. Respectful, fair conduct is expected from every team member in Soweto.
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.
On top of that, the hiring organisation’s applicable employment-equity and inclusion practices will be explained in the final vacancy details for Gauteng.
What We Offer
Notably, the hiring organisation may provide onboarding or skills development for this finance jobs role in Soweto; the available support will be confirmed in the final vacancy details for Gauteng.
In addition, the package, working arrangements and any available support will be confirmed by the hiring organisation for this vacancy.
Career development may be available depending on the role, business needs and the hiring organisation’s policies.
On top of that, the role’s development opportunities, training and benefits, if offered, will be set out in the final vacancy details.
The Environment
Crucially, 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.
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.
In addition, the role is intended to operate under the hiring organisation’s workplace conduct, health and safety policies in Gauteng.
On top of that, 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.
About Soweto
On top of that, the role is based in Soweto, in the heart of the Rosebank business precinct. Public transport links and parking are within easy reach, making the daily commute manageable for candidates living across Soweto and the broader Gauteng region.
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.
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.
About the Team
You will join a tight-knit, collaborative team that knows the finance jobs side of the business inside out. The Soweto group is a healthy mix of experienced operators and newer joiners, all of whom share a strong commitment to delivery and to one another.
Line management is hands-on without being heavy. Expect regular one-to-ones, honest feedback and the support needed to do good work consistently.
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.
Equally, the team structure and working relationships for this role in Soweto will be explained during the hiring process.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Liaise with external auditors, banks and regulatory bodies
- Process payment runs and resolve supplier queries timeously
- Maintain the fixed asset register and process monthly depreciation
- Support the year-end audit by preparing requested working papers
- Implement and monitor internal controls to mitigate financial risk
- Assist with budget preparation and quarterly re-forecasting cycles
- Provide ad hoc financial analysis to support business decisions
Minimum Requirements
- Understanding of internal controls and segregation of duties
- Awareness of B-BBEE financial reporting requirements
- Strong understanding of VAT, PAYE and SARS e-filing
- Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables and lookups
- Any checks required by law or the specific duties will be explained during the hiring process
- Solid working knowledge of IFRS for SMEs and SA tax basics
- B.Com or National Diploma in Accounting, Finance or related field
If most of these boxes are ticked, you are encouraged to put your name forward.