SARS Specialist Vacancies 2023 SARS Jobs Portal @www.sars.gov.za

Jobs Description

About the Position

In an ever-changing environment, we have build a responsive and agile organisation to give effect to our strategic intent of achieving voluntary compliance. We invite you to be part of the special team that contributes to the collection of revenue, protect the economy and people of South Africa. We believe that your skills , commitment and dedication will add value and make a difference to the organisation and country . Integrity is key to the organisation.

Job Purpose

To independently plan and conduct complex transfer pricing tax audits across multiple tax types, multiple periods with multiple risks, understanding the risk implications across other tax types, in compliance with all legislative requirements.

Education and Experience

Relevant Bachelor’s Degree / Advanced Diploma (NQF 7) AND 5-7 years’ experience in a Transfer audit environment, of which 2 -3 years ideally at functional specialist level at transfer pricing or relate tax experience

ALTERNATIVELY

Senior Certificate (NQF 4) AND 10 years in transfer audit pricing related experience.

Outputs

Be observant and engage on possible violations of procedures and standards of conduct and escalate where necessary.
Effectively utilise resources allocated to the job in order to perform contracted work outputs and report on and escalate any shortfalls.
Plan and conduct multiple tax audits on a risk profile basis to ensure compliance to the relevant acts.
Lead, plan and conduct full scope (integrated) audits to ensure compliance and report on findings and recommendations.
Plan and organise own work tasks within area of work.
Identify and resolve queries and problems timeously, apply discretion in line with process guidelines provided.
Execute specialist input through investigation &opportunities within the product process including risk concern.
Provide specialist input through the investigation of opportunities for operational and process product and risk optimisation.
Plan for value-added process improvements, initiatives and services to deliver on operational strategy and objectives.
Correctly apply policies, practices, standards, procedures and legislation in the delivery of work outputs.
Draw on own knowledge and experience to diagnose symptoms, causes and possible effects in order to solve emerging problems.
Initiate process and procedural change, implement the change and provide guidelines and support related to new requirements as a result of the change.
Accumulate information to review work progress that provides input to reporting, decision making and the identification of improvement opportunities.
Apply practical and applied knowledge and act authoritatively on methods, systems and procedures to identify trends and potential risks.
Communication of situational interpretation and judgement of work outputs and queries in area of specialisation.

Governance

Implement and provide input into the development of governance, compliance, integrity and ethics processes within area of specialisation.

People

Develop and maintain productive working relationships with peers and team members to achieve predefined objectives.
Search for, integrate and share new knowledge attained through formal and informal learning opportunities in the execution of your job.

Finance

Adhere to organisational policies and procedures to ensure cost effectiveness and reduction of financial costs.

Client

Plan, conduct and lead full scope (integrated) audits to ensure compliance and report on findings and recommendations.
Contribute to a culture of service excellence, which builds positive relationships and provides opportunity for feedback and exceptional service.
Provide authoritative, specialist services, expertise and advice to internal and external stakeholders

Behavioural competencies

Fairness and Transparency (V)
Analytical Thinking
Accountability (V)
Conceptual Ability
Drive for Results
Persuasion Ability
Honesty and Integrity (V)
Trust (V)
Respect (V)
Honesty and Integrity (V)
Problem Solving and Analysis
Attention to Detail
Commitment to Continuous Learning
Organisational Awareness
Building Sustainability
Grade of Clearance: Confidential

Technical competencies

Functional Policies and Procedures
Reporting
Analysis and Interpretation of Financial Statements (FS)
Business Knowledge
Efficiency improvement
Audit Methodology
Quality Orientation
Customer Liaison
Problem Analysis and Judgement
Planning and Organising
Business Acumen
Risk Identification