SENIOR FINANCIAL OFFICER – TAX SERVICES
Listing reference: nwu_000148
Listing status: Under Review
Apply by: 10 September 2021
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: Tax Management
Location: North West
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market-related.
Introduction
NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (POTCHEFSTROOM CAMPUS)
FACULTY/ DIVISION: FINANCE AND FACILITIES
DEPARTMENT: GOVERNANCE, REPORTING AND TREASURY
POSITION NUMBER: N001463
VACANCY: SENIOR FINANCIAL OFFICER – TAX SERVICES
PEROMNES GRADE: 10
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PERMANENT
Job description
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
Compliance enhancement of Income Tax and VAT legislation – supporting the Tax Specialist.
JOB DESCRIPTION
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. KFS – VAT
· Approval of new Accounts – determining the VAT recovery rate and income type applicable on new Accounts
· Revaluate VAT on existing Accounts and objects.
· Test reports and programs – to ensure and confirm correct calculation of VAT on transactions.
· Conduct VAT Training to all KFS users.
· Provide information and handle inquiries as needed by KFS users.
· Detect and correct VAT errors on KFS and other Financial Sub Systems
2. Specialist tax services
· Provide help as needed to Tax Specialist.
3. Reporting and communication
· Act as back-up for Tax Specialist.
· Assistance with monthly VAT and Turnover Reconciliations and SARS e-filling of VAT
· Handle queries of external auditors
· Handle queries of SARS
4. Ad-hoc
· Perform Ad-hoc assignments as requested by the Tax Specialist and Director.
· Ensure personal development.
· Ensure compliance with the policies, standards and guidelines of the NWU in support the Institutional Plan.
The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.
ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Tanja Badenhorst on 018 299 4827
ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Refiloe Khabo on 018 299 4799
CLOSING DATE: 09 September 2021
PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: As soon as possible.
Kindly take note: applications must be submitted online through the official nwu vacancy website.
Incomplete applications and those submitted through any other platform will not be considered.
The University subscribes to and applies the principles of Employment Equity (EE) Act and is committed to transformation. Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, in accordance with the principles of the EE Act and NWU Employment Equity Plan.
The University reserves the right not to make an appointment. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
If you are not contacted within two months from the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
Minimum requirements
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
· B.Com Degree (NQF 7) with Tax and Accounting as subjects of expertise.
· One (1) year’s functional experience with VAT Reconciliations.
· SARS, Tax and/or VAT courses – to stay up to date with changes in legislation
ADDED ADVANTAGE & PREFERENCES:
· Previously worked at SARS – specifically with VAT
· Experience in Financial Systems, including Kuali Financial System (KFS) will be an advantage
KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
· In depth knowledge of Income Tax Legislation which includes VAT, Capital Gains Tax, PAYE, UIF and SDL.
· In depth knowledge of the application of the Tax Administration Act.
· In depth knowledge of SARS e-filling and SARS practices and processes.
· Specialist in VAT law and administration.
· Computer Literacy in MS office – advance knowledge of Excel.
KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
· High ethical values
· Good communication skills (verbal and written).
· Ability to function as part of a team and also in a multicultural environment.
· Ability to work effectively under pressure.
· Good accuracy and organizational skills
