Job Description

Truworths Careers – Tax Accountant

Tax Accountant

About the Program
Truworths is seeking a highly skilled Tax Accountant to join our team and contribute to tax compliance, strategy, and risk management across multiple jurisdictions. This role is suited to a technically strong tax professional with expertise in Direct, Indirect, or International tax, who can combine technical execution with strategic insight. You will play a key role in delivering end-to-end tax solutions that support both compliance and advisory excellence while contributing to the organization’s evolving tax strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Take ownership of complex corporate tax and VAT returns across multiple jurisdictions.
• Prepare deferred tax calculations and IFRS-aligned tax disclosures for financial reporting.
• Provide advisory support on cross-border tax matters, including transactions, transfer pricing, and international developments.
• Strengthen and maintain tax controls aligned with group governance objectives.
• Support internal tax audits, engagements with revenue authorities, and litigation processes.
• Contribute to board-level reporting, including risk management and statutory compliance reviews.
• Conduct research on tax matters impacting the Group and present findings for discussion.
• Contribute to a technical centre of excellence by leading research on key tax areas or jurisdictions.
• Deliver technical training to internal stakeholders and finance teams.
• Lead cross-border tax consultations and engagements with group entities.
• Develop and refine tax policies, procedures, and internal guidance to enhance compliance maturity.

Qualifications and Experience

Education

• BCom degree with postgraduate specialization in Taxation or Accounting.

Experience

• 5–8 years of relevant tax experience.
• Multi-jurisdictional or multi-disciplinary experience is advantageous.
• Retail industry experience beneficial.

Competencies

Skills

• Strong understanding of tax compliance, reporting processes, and relevant legislation.
• Solid knowledge of tax accounting, including deferred tax calculations and analysis of temporary differences.
• Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

Attributes

• Passionate about tax and continuous learning.
• Team-oriented with a collaborative approach.
• Self-motivated and capable of working independently.
• Ability to perform under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Professional, positive, and solution-driven mindset.

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