• Pretoria, South Africa

The South African Revenue Service (SARS)

Auditor III – CIT (10395)

Position Type: Full Time
Location: Gauteng
Experience Level: 5-10 years
Field: Finance/Accounting/Audit

About SARS

The South African Revenue Service (SARS) is the national tax authority responsible for administering tax systems and customs services. We focus on collecting revenue, facilitating trade, and ensuring compliance with tax regulations for corporate and large business organizations in the Retail sector.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct comprehensive audits for Corporate Income Tax (CIT) and direct taxes across multiple periods and risk profiles
  • Lead integrated audits with cross-tax type risk identification
  • Develop audit plans aligned with organizational risk frameworks
  • Analyze financial records and business operations for compliance verification
  • Identify tax discrepancies and issue appropriate assessments
  • Maintain current knowledge of tax legislation and audit methodologies
  • Provide technical guidance on complex tax compliance matters

Requirements

Education:
Option 1: Bachelor’s Degree/Advanced Diploma (NQF 7) + 5-7 years CIT audit experience
Option 2: Senior Certificate (NQF 4) + 10 years CIT audit experience

Essential Experience:
– Minimum 5 years in corporate tax auditing
– 2-3 years in senior audit roles
– Retail sector experience preferred

Core Competencies

Technical Skills:
Tax Legislation Expertise | Audit Planning & Execution | Financial Analysis | Risk Assessment | Compliance Monitoring

Behavioral Attributes:
Analytical Thinking | Ethical Judgment | Results Orientation | Stakeholder Collaboration | Attention to Detail

Application Process

Submit applications through the SARS Career Portal by 4th July 2025.

All applicants must meet legal requirements for employment verification. SARS promotes employment equity – preference given to qualified candidates supporting diversity objectives.

Note: SARS does not charge any fees during the recruitment process. Official communications will only come through verified channels.

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