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Tax Accountant at Truworths
Truworths
August 28, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced and technically grounded tax specialist to join our team and play a pivotal role in shaping tax compliance, strategy, and risk management across multiple jurisdictions.
This role is ideal for a tax professional with demonstrated expertise in Direct, Indirect, or International tax, and who is ready to bridge the technical with the strategic, providing end-to-end solutions that support both statutory compliance and advisory excellence.
If you are an experienced tax professional with demonstrable multi-disciplinary expertise intax, and wish to work at the intersection of technical delivery and strategic input, we invite you to bring your voice to our evolving tax narrative.
Key Responsibilities
Assume ownership of complex corporate tax and VAT returns, as well as tax advisory deliverables across multiple jurisdictions.
Deliver robust deferred tax calculations and prepare IFRS-aligned tax disclosures for financial reporting.
Advise on cross-border tax matters, including effects of various transaction, transfer pricing, and international tax developments.
Strengthen and embed tax controls, ensuring alignment with group governance objectives.
Support internal tax audits, revenue authority engagements, and litigation processes.
Contribute to board-level reporting, including risk management disclosures and statutory compliance reviews.
Perform research of tax related matters affecting the Group for discussion at the Tax Forum.
This role provides a structured pathway for technical and professional growth, including:
Contribute to a technical centre of excellence, leading subject matter research on key jurisdictions or tax types.
Deliver technical training to internal stakeholders and broader finance teams.
Lead cross-border tax consultations and engagements with group companies.
Draft and refine tax policy notes, procedures, and internal guidance to uplift compliance maturity.
Qualifications and Experience
Education
BCom degree with a postgraduate specialisation in Taxation or Accounting (e.g. Honours)
Experience
Minimum 5 - 8 years' relevant tax experience,
Multi-jurisdictional or multi-disciplinary experience an advantage,
Retail Industry experience would be advantageous.
Competencies
Skills
Solid understanding of tax compliance and reporting processes, including a working knowledge of applicable tax legislation.
Keen interest in tax accounting, Ability to build or review deferred tax schedules, analyse temporary differences, and apply tax rates accurately.
Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Access), with advanced Excel skills essential.
Attributes
Passionate about tax.
Team-oriented with a collaborative mindset.
Self-starter, highly motivated and able to manage tasks independently.
Capable of working under pressure and meeting tight deadlines.
Strong communication and organisational skills.
Positive energy, professionalism, and a solution-driven approach.
Deadline:31st August,2026
We are seeking an experienced and technically grounded tax specialist to join our team and play a pivotal role in shaping tax compliance, strategy, and risk management across multiple jurisdictions.
This role is ideal for a tax professional with demonstrated expertise in Direct, Indirect, or International tax, and who is ready to bridge the technical with the strategic, providing end-to-end solutions that support both statutory compliance and advisory excellence.
If you are an experienced tax professional with demonstrable multi-disciplinary expertise intax, and wish to work at the intersection of technical delivery and strategic input, we invite you to bring your voice to our evolving tax narrative.
Key Responsibilities
Assume ownership of complex corporate tax and VAT returns, as well as tax advisory deliverables across multiple jurisdictions.
Deliver robust deferred tax calculations and prepare IFRS-aligned tax disclosures for financial reporting.
Advise on cross-border tax matters, including effects of various transaction, transfer pricing, and international tax developments.
Strengthen and embed tax controls, ensuring alignment with group governance objectives.
Support internal tax audits, revenue authority engagements, and litigation processes.
Contribute to board-level reporting, including risk management disclosures and statutory compliance reviews.
Perform research of tax related matters affecting the Group for discussion at the Tax Forum.
This role provides a structured pathway for technical and professional growth, including:
Contribute to a technical centre of excellence, leading subject matter research on key jurisdictions or tax types.
Deliver technical training to internal stakeholders and broader finance teams.
Lead cross-border tax consultations and engagements with group companies.
Draft and refine tax policy notes, procedures, and internal guidance to uplift compliance maturity.
Qualifications and Experience
Education
BCom degree with a postgraduate specialisation in Taxation or Accounting (e.g. Honours)
Experience
Minimum 5 - 8 years' relevant tax experience,
Multi-jurisdictional or multi-disciplinary experience an advantage,
Retail Industry experience would be advantageous.
Competencies
Skills
Solid understanding of tax compliance and reporting processes, including a working knowledge of applicable tax legislation.
Keen interest in tax accounting, Ability to build or review deferred tax schedules, analyse temporary differences, and apply tax rates accurately.
Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Access), with advanced Excel skills essential.
Attributes
Passionate about tax.
Team-oriented with a collaborative mindset.
Self-starter, highly motivated and able to manage tasks independently.
Capable of working under pressure and meeting tight deadlines.
Strong communication and organisational skills.
Positive energy, professionalism, and a solution-driven approach.
Deadline:31st August,2026