KPMG Job SpecificationTitle: Tax Manager Business Unit: Tax Management Services (Durban) Reporting to: DirectorsPurpose of the Job:To be proactive in all aspects of tax consultingKey job duties or responsibilities: Good report writing and numerical skills Management of the team Delegation to and managing of junior resources Initial review support and guidance to junior resources Service delivery to clients Directly liaising with clients Providing high quality deliverables to clients Identifying opportunities at existing clients Tax Accrual Review experience SARS compliance experience Produce accurate work to a high technical standard • Draft technically correct opinions and reports for review • Interpret and apply theoretical knowledge to a practical business solution by utilising a sound knowledge of basic income tax and corporate law • Prioritise the workload and meet required deadlines • Gather information from different sources by using effective research tools. • Assist with the research and preparation of proposals • Identify problems on client guidance and use various tools and techniques to provide suggestions on how to solve them • Build credibility with colleagues and clients by using effective communication skills • Contribute effectively to the discussions around work and actively participate in generating creative ideas and thoughts • Adapt to a changing work environment and accommodate changing client demands • Facilitate teamwork by sharing knowledge with others on a regular basis and actively asking questions in order to achieve personal and work goals • Have a general knowledge of all taxes (Income Tax, Value Added Tax, Employees Tax and International TaxCritical Interpersonal and other skills• Needs to have drive and enthusiasm • Able to demonstrate a sound technical ability and knowledge of relevant legislation • Good interpersonal skills • Good presentation skills Good numerical skills • Able to communicate at all levels • Effective time management skills • Able to deliver to tight time scales • Able to adapt to different working environmentQualifications and experience BCom, LLB, CA (SA), HDip (Tax) or related degrees Higher qualification in Tax (an advantage) • Strong academic background
