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Truworths Careers – Tax Accountant

Tax Accountant – Truworths Careers

Job Description

Truworths is seeking an experienced Tax Accountant to join our finance team and play a key role in tax compliance, strategy, and risk management across multiple jurisdictions. This role is ideal for a technically skilled tax professional with expertise in Direct, Indirect, or International tax, ready to deliver both compliance and strategic advisory solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage complex corporate tax and VAT returns across multiple jurisdictions.
• Perform deferred tax calculations and prepare IFRS-compliant tax disclosures for financial reporting.
• Provide advisory support on cross-border tax matters, including transfer pricing and international tax developments.
• Strengthen tax controls and ensure alignment with group governance standards.
• Support internal tax audits, revenue authority engagements, and litigation processes.
• Contribute to board-level reporting, including risk management disclosures and statutory compliance updates.
• Research tax matters affecting the Group and provide insights for discussion at the Tax Forum.
• Deliver technical training to internal teams and contribute to a tax centre of excellence.
• Draft and refine tax policy notes, procedures, and internal guidance to enhance compliance standards.

Qualifications & Experience

• BCom degree with a postgraduate specialisation in Taxation or Accounting (e.g., Honours).
• Minimum 5–8 years’ relevant tax experience.
• Multi-jurisdictional or multi-disciplinary tax experience is advantageous.
• Experience in the retail industry is beneficial.

Competencies

Skills:

• Strong understanding of tax compliance, reporting processes, and applicable legislation.
• Proficient in deferred tax schedules, temporary difference analysis, and accurate tax rate application.
• Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Access) with advanced Excel skills.

Attributes:

• Passionate about tax and continuous learning.
• Team-oriented with strong collaboration skills.
• Self-motivated, able to manage tasks independently, and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication, organisational skills, and professionalism.
• Solution-driven with positive energy and attention to quality.

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