BDO South Africa
Full job description
BDO Tax is looking for Tax Trainees to join their team.
As part of your 3-year SAIT registered Traineeship you will get exposure to the following:
Assist the tax team with preparation and submission of tax returns for individuals,partnerships, corporations, and trusts
Preparation of first, second and third provisional returns
Calculation of tax liabilities and finalisation of income tax
Payroll tax
VAT returns, registrations, and opinions
Identifying tax risks for audits on a multi-disciplinary basis
Support in conducting tax audits and investigations, liaising with tax authorities as necessary
Draft response to SARS queries
Write tax opinions and reports
Demonstrate ethics and professional conduct in a tax environment
Register taxpayers and finalise income tax, payroll tax and VAT returns in a private tax practice
Draft memorandum and formulate responses to Alternative Dispute Resolutions
Write tax opinions related to tax disputes, business models and investment and estate planning
Draft VDP Applications
Participate in research and analysis of tax legislation, regulations, and case law to ensure accurate and up-to-date tax advice
Collaborate with senior tax professionals to identify tax planning opportunities and potential risks for clients
Draft articles
Participate in training sessions, workshops, and professional development opportunities to enhance technical skills and industry knowledge
Qualifications
Senior Certificate and relevant B.Com degree
Applicants must have completed or still studying towards their B.com Honours degree specializing in Taxation or equivalent
Sound Knowledge of the Tax legislation and Tax law
Competencies
Excellent communications and listening skills
Professionalism
Strong client orientation
Attention to detail
Creative yet organised
Ability to prioritize and work under pressure achieving reporting deadlines
Task driven and delivery focused
Socially aware and able to work as part of a diverse team
Innovative and willing to share ideas for new ways of working
Ability to work with all levels within an organization