Tax and Finance Accountant

A love for the sea and passion for fishing are the driving forces behind I&J, a leading fishing company and manufacturer of high quality chilled and frozen foods. Almost 110 years old, I&J is the trusted name in seafood, operating a modern and efficient trawler fleet, and continually investing in the training and development of experienced fishing crews, committed to fishing responsibly, with a long-term vision. I&J has achieved and maintained accreditation from the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) since 2004. I&J is a globally respected supplier of high quality, chilled and frozen Cape Hake and a leading producer of farmed Cape Abalone. It is also one of AVIs great South African brands. I&J is proudly South African and invests in, and empowers, the communities in which it operates.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a TAX & FINANCE ACCOUNTANT at I&J, Woodstock Cape Town. This individual is mainly responsible for the full Group Tax (direct and indirect) requirements and all tax related queries. This individual will also be responsible for all direct and indirect tax accounting, reconciliations, and reporting.

Line Manager: Finance Manager Group Reporting and Tax

Number of direct reports 1

Job Specification

Responsible for preparation of all direct and indirect tax calculations and submission of all tax returns for South African and African entities, and relevant accounting & reporting

Preparation of corporate income and deferred tax computations including tax schedules for month ends, interim, final year end, including SA entities and international entities
Preparation of journals to account for taxes and full reconciliations
Preparation of provisional tax calculations including submission to SARS and Namibian revenue services

Process Improvement, Efficiency and Governance

Preparation of carbon tax schedules and yearly submissions to SARS. Processing in SAP and arranging for payments
Assist with completion of registration request for the group (PAYE, VAT, Customs, Diesel refunds, and Income Tax)
Follow up on long outstanding refunds due by SARS.
Assist the divisions with E-Filing queries

Ad-hoc Tax and Finance related assistance on various projects that arise in the ordinary course of business to ad- hoc tax and administration matters

Ad-hoc Tax and Finance related work on various projects that arise in the ordinary course of business to be dealt with effectively and promptly Assisting all business units across the group.
Ad hoc other duties in the finance department with accounting, reporting, preparation of annual financial statements, etc.

Resolving queries from SARS and auditors in respect of direct and indirect taxes and attending

Monthly meeting with SARS (SARS relationship manager LBC Office Cape Town) to address tax related queries for the I&J group.
SARS e-Filing to be regularly checked for any notices or correspondence and feedback to group.
Resolving queries from SARS in respect of direct and indirect taxes and attending to ad hoc tax and administration matters. VAT assistance provide guidance to other business units to ensure legislative and business compliance.
Responsible for all SARS queries, audits and verifications of direct and indirect taxes.

Key Performance Areas

Minimum Requirements:

Experience

5 years of relevant experience in financial accounting and taxation, including complex tax and deferred tax calculations (in a corporate environment outside of an accounting/audit firm).
SARS Efiling experience
SAIPA articles, and 3 years post-article experience as Financial Accountant or Group Accountant or Accountant

Qualifications

Bcom Degree (Accounting)
Tax-related certifications (Advanced certificate in Income Tax and Value Added Taxation)
A postgraduate diploma in taxation will be an advantage

Additional Requirements