SOUTH AFRICAN REVENUE SERVICES (SARS) VACANCIES

SOUTH AFRICAN REVENUE SERVICES (SARS)

CONSULTANT: INTERPRETIVE TAX POLICY (PERSONAL INCOME TAX)

Position Reports to: Manager: Interpretive Tax Policy

Division: Taxpayer Engagement and Operations

Location: Gauteng

Advert Closing Date: 06 August 2026

About the Position

SARS is making an exciting opportunity available for a highly skilled, experienced and results driven Consultant: Interpretative Tax Policy with sound judgement, strong business acumen and who ideally displays an ability to operate under limited supervision. The consultant is expected to contribute towards our higher purpose and service orientation by conducting research on, interpreting, writing opinions on, and applying tax laws relating to personal income tax, pay-as-you-earn, donations tax and estate duty. Finally, s/he will function within a team of like-minded individuals focussing on selected projects intended to not only assist in reducing the tax gap but also in supporting governments tax compliance strategy and providing clarity and certainty to taxpayers.

Job Purpose

To assist in formulating the official SARS policy and practice with regard to the interpretation and application of the revenue legislation administered by SARS and the drafting of policy documents, such as rulings, opinions and publications, in this regard.

Education and Experience

LLB, BProc, BCom (Law) or BCom degree AND 5 - 7 years’ experience in a tax technical, legal or consulting environment, of which 2 – 3 years at a technically skilled level

Senior Certificate (NQF 4) AND 10 years tax technical / legal or consulting experience, of which 2-3 years at a technically skilled level

Job Outputs:

Process

Accumulate information to review work progress that provides input to reporting, decision making and the identification of improvement opportunities.
Administer and interpret legislation and provide expert advice to internal and external stakeholders within
specified timelines.
Apply practical and applied knowledge and act authoritatively on methods, systems and procedures to identify trends and potential risks.
Attend to tasks given by management that relates to the research and/or interpretation of legislation.
Communication of situational interpretation and judgement of work outputs and queries in area of specialisation.
Contribute to the continuous review of legislation by providing input into changes in law or application thereof that require consideration of opportunities within the product process including risk concern.
Identify deficiencies, loopholes, etc. in the legislation and propose the way forward to effectively deal with them.
Initiate process and procedural change, implement the change and provide guidelines and support related to new requirements as a result of the change.
Plan for value-added process improvements, initiatives and services to deliver on operational strategy and objectives.
Provide specialist input through the investigation of opportunities for operational and process, product and risk optimisation.
Provide specialist support and advice to achieve specified objectives against deadlines and quality standards.

Governance

Implement and provide input into the development of governance, compliance, integrity and ethics processes within area of specialisation.

People

Develop and maintain productive working relationships with peers and team members to achieve predefined objectives.
Integrate new knowledge and transfer skills attained through formal and informal learning opportunities in the execution of your job.
Search for, integrate and share new knowledge attained through formal and informal learning opportunities in the execution of your job.

Finance

Adhere to organisational policies and procedures to ensure cost effectiveness and reduction of financial costs.

Client

Contribute to a culture of service excellence, which builds positive relationships and provides opportunity for feedback and exceptional service.
Ensure client satisfaction by delivering excellent service that is consistent and in line with SARS service delivery standards.
Provide authoritative, specialist services, expertise and advice to internal and external stakeholders.

Behavioural competencies

Accountability
Analytical Thinking
Attention to Detail
Commitment to Continuous Learning
Conceptual Ability
Expertise in Context
Fairness and Transparency
Honesty and Integrity
Organisational Awareness
Problem Solving and Analysis
Respect
Trust

Technical competencies

Business Knowledge
Data Collection and Analysis
Effective Business Communication
Legal Advisory and Interpretation
Legal Knowledge and knowledge of ethics
Legal Writing Skills
Policy analysis
Reporting
Tax Knowledge

Compliance Competency

Employment Equity

The Employment Equity policy of SARS will be considered as part of the recruitment and selection process and Persons with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Successful candidates will be required to undertake an oath of secrecy, pre-employment screening, case study, pre-assessment, psychometric assessment and or vetting, and a declaration of private interest. The appointment is also subject to appropriate reference(s) and security clearance where applicable.

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SEN. SPECIALIST: SAP BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE (BPC)

Position Reports to: Manager: SAP Business Intelligence

Division: Technology Modernisation and Development

Location: Brooklyn, Pretoria

Advert Closing Date: 07 August 2026

Wanted

The South African Revenue Service (SARS) invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced candidates for the position of Senior Specialist: SAP Business Intelligence (SAP BW/4HANA) with SAP BPC capability. The successful candidate must demonstrate sound judgement, strong technical competence, and proven business acumen, and will contribute to SARS’ higher purpose and service delivery mandate. The incumbent will be required to apply deep technical expertise across current and emerging technologies, with a strong future orientation. Key responsibilities include eliciting and translating business requirements; designing, developing, testing, implementing, and supporting SAP BW/4HANA and SAP BPC solutions in accordance with approved specifications and business requirements; and contributing to the future roadmap, including potential enablement of SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) Planning. The incumbent is expected to add value through proactive, effective day-to-day operational support and continuous improvement. The role further requires a broad understanding of Information Technology, including the Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC), an understanding of SAP systems as source systems, and in-depth knowledge of database principles, data modelling, and data architecture.

Job Purpose

To support clients with expert requirement analysis, development and configuration, implementation, and support of SAP BW4HANA with BPC (planning) solutions for various business scenarios. This role uses consulting skills, business knowledge, and SAP solution experience to effectively integrate SAP technology into the client’s business environment in order to achieve client expected business results. Proven SAP BPC implementation, development and support is a critical requirement for this role.

Technical Requirements

BW4HANA

Solid SAP BW4HANA experience (Implementation and Support).
At least 3 full implementations or upgrades of SAP BW (7.4, BW on HANA) or BW4HANA systems.
Design and implement L1–L3 data models in BW/4HANA (Advanced DSOs, Composite Providers, Open ODS Views, Open Hubs). Build ETL processes using transformations (ABAP), DTPs, and process chains. SAP and Non-SAP Sources and Targets.
Must be Proficient in report development SAP Business Objects A4O -Analysis for Office (SAP SAC Experience Advantageous).
Integrate SAP BW/4HANA and/or SAP Datasphere with SAP S/4HANA Embedded Analytics and CDS Views.
Analyse and model data across key business domains including Finance, Human Resources, Procurement, Revenue Management, and HR / FI Planning.

BPC

Solid SAP BPC experience (Implementation, configuration and Support).
At least 2 to 3 full implementations or upgrades of SAP BPC systems.
Design and develop BPC applications (Standard and/or Embedded model).
Configure: Dimensions (Account, Entity, Time, Category).
Business Rules (HR Planning & Allocations, Account/Cost centre calculations, Validation)
Develop logic scripts and BAdIs for custom calculations and business rules.
EPM - Manage data manager packages and data loading processes.
Support end to end planning, budgeting, forecasting, and monthly business processes.
Integrate BPC with BW4HANA InfoProviders and external data read write sources.
SAP SAC Planning knowledge and implementation is an advantage.

Education and Experience

Minimum Qualification & Experience Required

Bachelor's Degree / Advanced Diploma (NQF 7) AND a minimum 8 years’ experience and knowledge of SAP Basis. Fields of study: Information Tech, Computer Science, B‐Com, Finance, Management and Engineering.

Diploma NQF 6 AND at least 10 years’ experience and knowledge of SAP BW/BW4HANA with SAP BPC

#Alternative

Senior Certificate (NQF 4) AND 10 plus years’ experience and knowledge of SAP BW/BW4HANA with SAP BPC