The South African Revenue Service (SARS)
Legal Debt Collector (Tax)
Employer: South African Revenue Service (SARS)
Job Type: Full Time
Experience Level: Intermediate (2-5 years)
Location: South Africa
Education Requirement: National Certificate/NQF 6 equivalent (Matric certificate + 5 years relevant experience accepted)
Role Purpose
Enforce tax debt collection through legal enforcement cases and escalated debt recovery processes to ensure tax compliance.
Key Requirements
– 2-5 years debt collection experience
– Credit management/legal qualifications advantageous
– Expertise in financial statement analysis
– Knowledge of insolvency processes (liquidation, sequestration)
– Tax Administration Act compliance expertise
Core Responsibilities
Debt Recovery Management:
– Assess debtor financial positions and asset risks
– Execute legal enforcement actions (writs, preservation orders)
– Negotiate payment deferrals/settlements
– Monitor Business Rescue processes
Compliance & Reporting:
– Prepare committee submissions for debt decisions
– Conduct asset verifications
– Update case journals and debt records
Stakeholder Engagement:
– Attend creditor meetings/court proceedings
– Collaborate with audit/investigation teams
– Handle international recovery referrals
Essential Competencies
Behavioral:
Analytical Thinking | Integrity | Organizational Awareness | Service Excellence
Technical:
Tax Legislation Expertise | Advanced Negotiation | Risk Management | Debt Analysis
Application Process
Submission Deadline: 19 August 2025
Qualified candidates should apply through the official SARS recruitment portal.
Important: SARS does not charge any fees during recruitment. Report suspicious requests immediately.
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