Permanent
Deceased Estate Administrator
Unknown, Western Cape
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About this role
Employer: West Coast Personnel
My client, an accounting firm, is looking for a Deceased Estate Administrator in Table View, Cape Town.Candidates must already live within the surrounding areas of Table View (Cape Town).
Requirements
* Matric & LLB
* Min 2 years’ experience in tax administration in deceased estates
* Strong knowledge of applicable tax legislation and SARS processes (including eFiling)
* Experience with ITR12 returns, CGT, and estate-related tax compliance
* Strong administrative, organisational, and analytical skills with high attention to detail
* Ability to manage multiple cases and meet deadlines
* Good communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office
Responsibilities
* Manage and prepare all tax-related matters for deceased estates in line with SARS requirements and applicable legislation
* Set up new estates, obtain eFiling access, verify compliance status, and ensure correct SARS registrations and updates
* Prepare and submit pre-death income tax returns, including gathering and verifying all supporting documentation
* Handle date-of-death tax compliance, including CGT calculations, asset valuations, and relevant schedules
* Manage post-death (Estate Late) tax matters, including income tracking, reconciliations, and return preparation
* Liaise with SARS on registrations, verifications, appointments, and follow-ups on outstanding matters
* Communicate with executors, attorneys, and third parties to obtain required information and provide updates
* Maintain accurate digital records, ensure document control, and finalise compliance certificates (DEC)
* Monitor deadlines and lodge SARS complaints where turnaround times are exceeded
To apply: Submit your detailed CV, cover letter, current head & shoulder photo and proof of Matric & LLB.
If you do not hear from us within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.