Statutory Tax Accountant

About the role

We are seeking a Statutory Tax Accountant to join a global business in Cape Town's City Bowl. The role focuses on international tax compliance, statutory reporting, and continuous process improvement across multiple entities.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare corporate tax, withholding tax (WHT), GST, and VAT filings.
• Draft standalone and consolidated statutory financial statements.
• Oversee statutory audits and manage external compliance vendors.
• Document finance workflows, identify risks, and implement process controls.

Required profile

• Accounting or Tax degree with CTA or Honours qualification; CA(SA) preferred.
• 2+ years post‑articles experience in international taxation.
• Strong compliance mindset and ability to work across multiple jurisdictions.

Required skills

• Advanced Excel
• Multi‑jurisdiction tax compliance
• ERP systems experience
• Familiarity with Sage X3 (preferred)

What we offer

• Permanent contract within a global organisation.
• Opportunities for professional growth and exposure to international tax environments.