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VAT Accountant

Shoprite

Cape Town, Western Cape VAT Accountant Posted 9 Aug 2026 Closes in 7 days

Overview

The VAT Accountant role is part of the Corporate Tax and VAT Department within the Finance division at the Home Office in Brackenfell. This position reports directly to the VAT Manager and entails reviewing and filing VAT returns, ensuring compliance with VAT regulations across South Africa and beyond. The ideal candidate will possess keen attention to detail and will thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, excelling both in a team and independently.

Requirements

  • BCom Finance, Commercial or equivalent – essential
  • Minimum 3 years VAT experience
  • Experience within the FMCG, retail sector or similar (preferred)
  • Experience with VAT in Africa is advantageous
  • Strong interest in and aptitude for VAT and other indirect tax matters
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel - intermediate to advanced (essential)
  • Exposure to SAP / BPC (essential)

Responsibilities

  • Prepare VAT returns for specific countries including electronic filing requirements
  • Review VAT reconciliations and ensure accuracy
  • Assist with and guide on VAT audits
  • Perform VAT reasonability calculations
  • Assist with the development and implementation of system enhancements
  • Admin and associated filing
  • Ad-hoc projects
  • Review article master data for accuracy

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