SOUTH AFRICAN REVENUE SERVICES (SARS) VACANCIES - 21 MAY 2026

SOUTH AFRICAN REVENUE SERVICES (SARS)

SEN. CONSULTANT: SAP FUNCTIONAL

Position Reports to: Manager: SAP Functional

Division: Strategy Enabling and Modernisation

Location: Brooklyn, Pretoria

Advert Closing Date: 09 March 2026

Wanted

With constant technological changes, we are looking for an incumbent that will be agile in their approach to their work/tasks. As a Senior Consultant (FICA), the incumbent will support clients by conducting thorough requirement analysis and providing guidance in the configuration, implementation, and ongoing support of SAP FICA and associated modules such as PSCD, TRM, NWBC (Netweaver Business Client), FIORI, BRF+, IDOCs, oData). The role leverages consulting skills, business understanding, and SAP solution experience to ensure the seamless integration of SAP technology within the client's business environment, thereby facilitating the achievement of desired business outcomes

Additionally, the incumbent will be responsible for executing daily tasks in strict adherence to SARS governance processes and procedures, ensuring compliance and the highest standards of operational excellence.

Job Purpose

To support clients with medium to high complexity requirement analysis and systems configuration, implementation, and support of SAP modules in various modules. To utilise 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.To provide SAP technology solution consulting, advice and support in practice formulation and associated best practice improvement tactics, in order to enable tactical translation and operational implementation

Education and Experience

Minimum Qualification & Experience Required

National Diploma / Advance Certificate (NQF6) in Information Technology, Information System, Financial Accounting or similar and at least 5 years’ experience in SAP PSCD/FICA/TRM of which a minimum of 2 years is at knowledge worker level.

Senior Certificate (NQF 4) AND IT Qualification (s) / Certification (s), AND at least 8 years’ experience in SAP PSCD/FICA/TRM of which a minimum of 2 years is at knowledge worker level.

Functional Requirements

• SAP FI-CA

Job Outputs:

Process

Accumulate information and provide reports with recommendations applicable to area of specialisation.
Apply practical and applied knowledge and act authoritatively on methods, systems and procedures to identify trends and potential risks.
Communication of situational interpretation and judgement of work outputs and queries in area of specialisation.
Effectively plan and schedule own activities to continuously improve quality and service delivery in area of specialisation.
Execute process and procedural change, implement the change and provide guidelines and support related to new requirements as a result of the change.
Use practical and applied knowledge and situational judgement to consider policy implications and to arrive at decisions / conclusions.
Correctly apply applicable legislation, including amongst others policies, procedures, and SOPs in the delivery of work outputs.
To be able to peer review documentation and adhering to SAP Support SDLC.
Acts as liaison with client for troubleshooting: investigate, analyse, and solve SAP functional and application problems and map client business requirements, processes and objectives; develop necessary product modifications to satisfy clients' needs.
To analyse business requirements, perform configuration and testing in various SAP Modules, such as Finance, Human Resources, Procurement, Security, Revenue Management, Governance and Application Lifecycle Management, Cloud Solutions, etc.
To analyse the current business processes and scenarios of the client and recommend/develop solutions to meet the clients’ needs.
To carry out assignments requiring the enhancements of new or improved procedure.
Maintain a working knowledge of the organization and adheres to all organizational standards.
To perform medium to high complexity tasks during implementation, maintenance and support of various SAP modules to enhance business functionality and overall performance, while maintaining customer satisfaction.
Plan and organise own work tasks within area of work.
Provide basic knowledge of industry best practices.
To support the successful implementation of SAP, providing functional knowledge and advices on SAP products to clients.
To write, Functional Specification / Configuration documents and Test Cases for SAP TRM/PSCD/FICA.

Governance

Comply to set governance and compliance procedures and processes related to an area of specialisation and continuously identify and escalate risks.

People

Develop and maintain productive working relationships with peers and team members to achieve predefined objectives.

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 own understanding and adherence to customer service delivery and provide specialist support to meet or exceed customer expectations.

Behavioural competencies

Accountability
Analytical Thinking
Attention to Detail
Adaptability
Building Sustainability
Commitment to Continuous Learning
Conceptual Ability
Customer Service
Fairness and Transparency
Honesty and Integrity
Organisational Awareness
Respect
Trust

Technical competencies

Functional Policies and Procedures
Computer Literacy
IT Knowledge
Customer Relationship Management
System Thinking
Problem Analysis and Judgement
Verbal Communication
Business Knowledge
Business IT Systems
Written Communication
Technical Analysis
Applic. Configuration & Opt
Enterprise Architecture
Customer Service Tech
Problem Management

Compliance Competency

GOC Confidential

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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SPECIALIST: AUDIT (SPECIALISED AUDIT)

Position Reports to: Manager: Manager Audit

Division: Taxpayer Engagement and Operations- Specialised Audit

Location: Western Cape (Cape Town X1)

Advert Closing Date: 26 May 2026

About the position

We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced professional with existing work experience which blends auditing, tax investigations, forensic auditing, and digital forensics. The ideal candidate will demonstrate technical expertise in tax auditing, financial analysis, tax dispute management, civil litigation and insolvency law. Previous experience in testifying in court proceedings is preferable. An Honours degree in Accounts/Tax or related studies, registration as a CA(SA), or a M Comm (Tax), or Certified Fraud Examiner would be advantageous

Job Purpose

To conduct advanced audits of high complexity, with the aim of influencing compliance through raising accurate assessments in line with relevant legislation. Provide technical support to other auditors on matters of various complexity levels. Utilises advanced tax, corporate and other legislative knowledge and experience to identify tax gaps, avoidance and evasion schemes, and suggests potential solutions to minimise tax risks. Identifies initiatives and changes to required legislation to impact compliance levels.

Education and Experience

Minimum Qualification & Experience Required

Relevant Bachelor’s degree / Advanced Diploma (NQF 7) Minimum Experience: 8 years' experience in an audit environment. Minimum Functional Requirements: Applicable professional registration at either of the following professional bodies: South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA) South African Institute of Taxation (SAIT) Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) South African Institute of Professional Accountants (SAIPA) Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE) Legal Practice Council (LPC)

Job Outputs:

Process

• Analyse a wide spectrum of highly complex transactions across multiple tax types and / or entities and / or groups of related entities and / or areas of specialisation which may be based locally or internationally with the aim of understanding the tax implications and determine compliance with relevant legislation.

• Analyse and make recommendations about improvements to specialist systems, procedures, policies and practices.

• Analyse highly complex data / evidence, review and confirm identified risks and consideration of additional risks which may relate to the entity being audited, across tax types, across related entities etc. This may relate to specific areas of specialisation.

• Conduct audits using newly identified systems / tools of digital information, methodology and other advanced technology identified to address highly complex advanced audit risks. This may include eCommerce transactions and other digital risks.

• Continuous engagement with Litigation and Dispute management to address issues relating to the interpretation of relevant legislation. Engagement with Legal counsel may be required for highly complex specialised matters. The auditor may be required to testify in a civil court on matters of a highly complex nature.

• Continuous engagements with Debt Management aimed at optimal collection on liabilities raised through the audit. Conduct a detailed financial and cash flow analysis to support the recommendations provided. Engage the taxpayer regarding the collection of debt at the finalisation stage of the audit. Engagement with Legal counsel may be required for highly complex specialised matters.

• Contribute to the optimum utilisation of org. resources, advising on effective planning and development of area of specialisation resource plans.

• Coordinate and provide technical support to ensure the finalisation of disputes and complaints. Analyse information of a complex nature provided at dispute stage and taxpayer complaints logged across the linked / related entities / groups of entities and / or specialised projects.

• Coordinate and support the efficient progress of the audit of linked / related entities / groups of entities being audited utilising approved systems.

• Develop a single practice area in alignment with operational activity and procedural frameworks and ensure tactical implementation.

• Draw on own technical or professional expertise, knowledge and experience to identify and recommend tactical solutions to defined problems in practices.

• Identify and escalate serious tax offences for potential criminal investigation, provide a detailed analysis of the facts together with the applicable tax legislation. Engagement with the National Prosecuting Authority may be required for highly complex specialised matters. The auditor may be required to testify in a criminal court.

• Identify changes required to legislation, with relevant stakeholders and policy owners to close compliance loopholes.

• Identify information required to mitigate audit risks of an advanced and highly complex nature and engage taxpayers / tax practitioners / experts / third parties both locally and internationally for additional relevant information and clarification.

• Identify new and additional highly complex risks for audit scope expansion, identification of new risks relating to other tax types and related entities for referral to Case Selection for profiling for new audit interventions.

• Integrate business information, compare, analyse and produce reports to identify trends, discrepancies and inconsistencies for decision making purposes.

• Optimise goal achievement through tactical strategy implementation and optimisation of practises, processes and systems across an internal value chain.

• Plan for value-added, continuous practice and system improvements to deliver on objectives to enhance tactical implementation and excellence.

• Prepare and issue detailed, high level relevant communication / reports as required to internal and external stakeholders. Ensure that communication is coordinated and aligned between related audits on tax types, entity levels or areas of specialisation.

• Prepare inputs based on analysis and interpretation of facts and legislation, participate and present to relevant Committee. Highlight treatment of audits of similar nature to the relevant Committee to ensure consistent treatment. i.e. Technical Committee, Understatement Committee, Large Assessment Committee, Objections Committee, National Appeals Committee.

• Prepare system notes of progress and outcomes as required and maintain during the audit process, e.g. Service Manager, TeamMate. Review system notes of auditors involved in the audit of the linked and / or related entities and / or groups of entities.

• Proactively identify interconnected problems, determine its impact and use to develop best fit alternatives, best practice implementation solutions.

• Provide guidance / technical support to other Auditors on highly complex matters / areas of specialisation. This may involve conducting research, training and development, and coaching support during an audit or dispute process.

• Provide input to draft policies and procedures to the product areas e.g., different Tax Types product areas, Process Design and Engineering, etc.

• Provide inputs and guidance to Account Maintenance on remittance of penalty and interest requests.

• Raise accurate assessments on SARS systems in relation to relevant legislation and ensure that assessments raised on linked / related entities / groups of entities / specialised projects are aligned from a tax perspective.

• Recommend changes to optimise processes, systems, practice areas and associated procedures and execute the implementation of change and innovation.

• Research to identify highly complex tax risks that may not have been addressed effectively through audit or other interventions. These risks will be referred to Case Selection which may lead to the identification of new audit focus areas e.g. industry, tax specific risks, specialised projects, etc.

• Translate top-down policy, apply modification in relation to own practice area and communicate impact to relevant stakeholders.

• Plan, conduct and support highly complex advanced audits/ projects to ensure compliance with relevant Acts / Regulations / Policies / Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).