Tax Specialist

Tax risk profiling, tax compliance / enforcement, audit of complex tax structures and evaluation of tax strategies. Extensive knowledge of SARS regulations, VAT, PAYE, Income Tax, Expertise in developing tax-efficient strategies for businesses to minimize liabilities while ensuring full compliance. Experience in global tax compliance such CRS reporting, exchange of information process (FATCA &CRS data), treatment of foreign taxes and withholding tax (dividend, interest, fixed property & interest) Proficient in submitting tax returns, handling tax audits, and resolving disputes with tax authorities.

• Tax Compliance & Regulatory Adherence
• Advanced tax knowledge and application: transfer pricing rules, tax-avoidance arrangements, financial arrangement instruments, company distributions and corporate restructuring rules
• Interpretation of statutes - International Financial Reporting Standards, Public Finance Management Act, exchange control regulations, double tax agreements, court judgements, legal opinions and advanced tax rulings
• Tax Planning & Strategy
• Financial Reporting & Analysis
• International Tax & Cross-Border Transactions
• SARS e-Filing & Audits – Proficient in submitting tax returns, handling tax audits, and resolving disputes with tax authorities.
• Risk Management & Advisory
• Stakeholder Engagement & Communication
• Problem-Solving & Analytical Thinking – Strong decision-making and analytical skills to navigate complex tax regulations and provide strategic solutions.
• ERP SYSTEMS: SAP, SAGE, Xero

• CA(SA)
• Postgraduate Diploma Data Science
• MCom Accounting (Taxation)
• Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting Sciences (CTA)
• Advanced Diploma in Accounting Sciences
• BCom Hons in Tax technical and Compliance
• BCom in Financial Accounting

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS:

• Chartered Accountant (SA) – SAICA
• General Tax Practitioner (previous) - SAIT