Senior Tax Administrator Jobs in Cape Town

A multi-disciplinary firm of Chartered Accountants in Cape Town is looking for a dedicated Senior Tax Administrator to join its professional team. This permanent role suits a tax professional who enjoys managing a varied client portfolio, dealing directly with SARS, and giving clients clear, well-researched tax advice. The salary is market related, and applications close on December 27, 2026.

About the company and the work

The role is advertised through CA Select on behalf of a Cape Town firm of Chartered Accountants. The firm describes a people-first culture that puts professional development and service excellence first, and it offers exposure to both South African and international tax work, including UK tax experience. The successful candidate will provide high-level tax compliance and advisory services across a diverse client base, working in a supportive, modern environment that values flexible working and personal client service.

Role details and duties

The Senior Tax Administrator will handle a broad range of tax work, including:

• Preparing and completing income tax returns and provisional tax computations for all tax types, including Capital Gains Tax (CGT).
• Maintaining and managing various tax types and client profiles on SARS e-filing.
• Overseeing tax and payroll compliance, including objections, disputes and registrations.
• Managing SARS correspondence, attending SARS visits, and handling IT14SD and verification queries.
• Preparing dividend tax returns and attending to Voluntary Disclosure Programme (VDP) applications.
• Consulting directly with clients and meeting them to provide professional tax advice.
• Drafting responses and gathering information for verification requests and SARS audits across income tax and related areas.
• Providing technical opinions on complex tax matters through dedicated research and analysis.

This is a senior, hands-on role: you will be expected to run your own portfolio of compliance work, respond to SARS on behalf of clients, and back up your advice with solid research.

Requirements

Applicants should meet the following requirements, as stated in the original advert:

• A relevant Diploma or qualification in Taxation or Financial Accounting.
• A minimum of two years of experience in a similar tax-focused professional environment.
• Registration as a SARS Tax Practitioner, which is considered a strong advantage.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Word and Excel); experience with tax management software such as ProfSoft is beneficial.
• Excellent communication skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• The ability to work effectively under pressure and meet strict statutory deadlines.
• A valid South African driver’s licence and own reliable transport.
• Based in the Western Cape.

Where to find and apply safely

Apply only through the original Careers24 listing, using the Apply button on this page, which links directly to the advert. Never pay anyone to apply for a job, and be cautious of anyone who asks for payment or personal documents before an interview has taken place.

Practical tips

Before you apply, make sure your CV clearly shows your tax qualification, your two or more years of tax-focused experience, and the range of tax types you have handled, including e-filing work, SARS correspondence and any audit or verification matters. If you are registered as a SARS Tax Practitioner, say so up front, and mention any ProfSoft or similar tax software experience. A short summary of the client work you have managed will help the recruiter see the fit quickly.

How the process works

Applications are submitted through the Careers24 listing for this vacancy. Shortlisted candidates are normally contacted by the recruiter or the firm for the next steps, which may include an interview and checks of qualifications and experience. Only shortlisted candidates are usually contacted.

Important information

This post is for information only. It is not a job offer, and it does not guarantee employment. All details, including the closing date of December 27, 2026, the market-related salary, the permanent nature of the role and the stated requirements, come from the original advert and should be confirmed there before you apply.

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