Tax Accountant

South AfricaPosted Jul 3, 2026
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Remote Recruitment is hiring a Tax Accountant for our UK-based clients. This is a fully remote position offering South African professionals an excellent opportunity to work with leading UK employers from home. You will work UK business hours and join a supportive, fast-growing team.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare and file corporation tax returns, VAT submissions and statutory tax filings
  • Monitor tax legislation changes and advise management on their impact
  • Liaise directly with HMRC and other tax authorities on queries and investigations
  • Prepare detailed tax provisions, deferred tax calculations and supporting schedules
  • Support the year-end audit process with comprehensive tax workings and documentation
  • Identify and implement tax planning opportunities to optimise the group tax position

Requirements

  • 4+ years of tax accounting experience in practice or industry
  • ATT, CTA, ACA or ACCA qualification is preferred or studying towards
  • Strong knowledge of UK corporation tax and VAT legislation
  • Excellent analytical skills and high accuracy in preparing complex tax calculations
  • Able to communicate technical tax matters clearly to non-specialist stakeholders

What We Offer

  • R30,000/month
  • 100% remote, UK business hours
  • Career growth and professional development
  • Exposure to leading UK businesses and practices

Remote Recruitment – connecting top South African talent with UK employers. Apply today.

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