SOUTH AFRICAN REVENUE SERVICES (SARS)

 


 

CONSULTANT: ASSET MANAGEMENT

Position Reports to:   Manager:  IT Service Assets   

Division: Strategy Enab & Modernisation

Location: SARS Brooklyn

Advert Closing Date: 2 June 2026

 

About the Position

SARS is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive individual to join the SAM team as a Consultant: Software Asset Management. The role involves managing software assets across the organisation, ensuring compliance with licensing standards and regulatory requirements, while also overseeing cloud-based software usage on platforms such as Azure. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of software licensing models, software governance, strong analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively across teams to support strategic IT initiatives. Executed effectively, this role will make sure SARS maximize the value of their software investments while maintaining control over their environment.

 

Job Purpose

To manage and optimize resources, services, and infrastructure in a hybrid- cloud computing environment in accordance with SARS policies and procedures.

 

Education and Experience

Minimum Qualification & Experience Required

Bachelor's Degree / Advanced Diploma (NQF 7) in IT/ Finance AND 5-7 years' software asset management experience, of which 2-3 years is at a functional specialist level

Azure Fundamentals, CSAM, LISA and/ ITIL qualifications will be an added advantage

ALTERNATIVE

Senior Certificate (NQF 4), ITIL certification AND 10 years Software Asset Management experience, of which 2-3 years at a technically skilled level

 

Minimum Functional Requirements

  • Software Licensing Knowledge- Understanding of various licensing models (e.g., per-user, per-device, subscription-based).
  • End User License Agreement: Ability to interpret licensing terms and agreements from major software vendors such as Microsoft.
  • Cloud Resource Management-practical applications of cloud licensing including Cloud activity management such as Microsoft Azure Monitor, Billing and Cost Management.
  • Asset Tracking and Management- Proficiency in using SAM tools and software for tracking and managing software inventory.
  • Reconciliation of IT Asset Register to the Finance Asset Register.
  • Audits: Ability to perform software audits and maintain accurate records of software usage.
  • Compliance Management: Practical knowledge of software compliance requirements and regulations and ability to ensure adherence to software licensing agreements and avoid legal issues.
  • Technical Proficiency: Basic understanding of IT infrastructure, including operating systems, network configurations, and software deployment processes.
  • Data Analysis and Reporting- Skills in analysing software usage data to identify trends, optimize licenses, and reduce costs and the ability to create reports and dashboards to communicate software asset status and compliance.

 

Job Outputs:

 

Process

  • Conduct end to end Software Asset Management activities, including procurement of software, deployment, utilisation and decommissioning.
  • Basic knowledge of cloud architecture and resource management
  • Manage software asset management portals and tools to support compliance.
  • Responsible for optimizing and controlling Cost Management within an organization's Cloud environment including development and management of budgets for Cloud resources and services.
  • Continuously monitoring the performance of on-premises and cloud assets to ensure they meet required service levels
  • Respond to all Software audit queries
  • Identify and resolve queries and problems timeously, apply discretion in line with process guidelines provided.

 

Governance

  • Ensuring that cloud assets and software assets adhere to regulatory requirements, industry standards, and organizational policies
  • Implement and provide input into the development of governance, compliance, integrity and ethics processes within area of specialisation.

 

People

  • Develop and maintain productive relationships with SARS role players, third party suppliers to maximise benefit in software licensing, maintenance and service offerings.
  • Search for, integrate and share new knowledge attained through formal and informal learning opportunities in the execution of your job.

 

Finance

  • Strong knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
  • Experience in cloud asset management, particularly within Azure.
  • Ability to analyse large datasets to optimize IT costs, usage and performance

 

Client

  • Contribute to a culture of service excellence, which builds positive relationships and provides opportunity for feedback and exceptional service.
  • Provide authoritative, specialist services, expertise and advice to internal and external stakeholders.

 

Behavioural competencies

  • Honesty and Integrity
  • Problem Solving and Analysis
  • Fairness and Transparency
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Conceptual Ability
  • Building Sustainability

 

Technical competencies

  • Reporting
  • Functional Policies and Procedures
  • Financial Analysis and Reporting
  • Financial Administration
  • Analysis and Interpretation of Financial Systems
  • Asset Management
  • Query Resolution
  • Financial Controls

 

Compliance Competency

  • Security Clearance: 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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AUDITOR: COMPLIANCE AUDIT 

Position Reports to:   Ops Manager: Audit   

Division: Taxpayer Engagement-GS

Location: Doringkloof/Alberton

Advert Closing Date:  02 June 2026

 

About the Position

SARS is seeking an energetic, results-oriented, and self-motivated individual with Estate Auditing experience to enhance its operations by applying a systematic and disciplined approach within the Estates Compliance Audit division. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning and managing their workload, executing tasks within the Estates Compliance Audit space, and achieving set targets and objectives across various tax types.

 

Job Purpose

To conduct verifications with the aim of influencing compliance through raising accurate assessments in line with relevant legislation within the Estate environment.

 

Education and Experience

Minimum Qualification & Experience Required

  • National Diploma / Advanced Certificate (NQF 6) in Accounting/Auditing/Taxation and 2- 3 years' experience in Estate Auditing/Tax/Accounting environment.

OR

  • Senior Certificate (NQF 4) and 5 years’ experience in Estate Auditing/Tax/Accounting environment.

 

Job Outputs:

 

Process

  • Be informed on related acts, legislation and regulations that might impact on own work.
  • Be observant and engage on possible violations of regulation, policies, SOPs and standards of conduct and escalate where necessary.
  • Conduct standard (limited scope) audits to ensure compliance with the relevant acts.
  • Plan and organise own work tasks within are of work.
  • Prepare and present submissions to interest and penalty committee.
  • Take accountability for delivery of contracted work outputs within agreed parameters, quality standards, and client service targets.
  • 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.
  • Correctly apply applicable legislation, including amongst other policies, procedures, and SOPs in the delivery of work outputs.
  • 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.

 

Governance

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

 

People

  • Develop productive working relationships with team members, Ops manager and key role players in the business to support contracted work outputs.
  • 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

  • Fairness and Transparency
  • Analytical thinking
  • Accountability
  • Conceptual ability
  • Organisational awareness
  • Trust
  • Respect
  • Attention to detail
  • Commitment to continuous learning
  • Building Sustainability
  • Honesty and Integrity
  • Teamwork

 

Technical competencies

  • Reporting
  • Functional Policies and Procedures
  • Financial Accounting
  • Operational Audit
  • Business Knowledge
  • Efficiency improvement

 

Compliance Competency

  • Security Clearance: 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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FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT

Position Reports to: Manager: Finance      

Division: Corporate and Enterprise Services (CES)

Location: Brooklyn, Le Hae la SARS

Advert Closing Date: 04 June 2026

 

About the Position

SARS is looking for a self-driven professional who can work independently with cross-functional teams and stakeholders. This role focuses on financial management, end-to-end processes, and aligning cluster objectives with SARS' strategic goals. Key tasks include planning, budgeting and forecasting, ensuring accountability, analysing performance versus budget, and investigating variances. The candidate will help reinforce best practices within regulated processes to support SARS' nine Strategic Objectives. The candidate will work closely with business partners to ensure that they deliver on their set mandate.

In addition, the successful candidate will be expected to embrace technology and automation. This includes applying AI-driven tools for advanced financial data analysis, risk assessment, process automation, and forecasting. Experience with AI technologies will be an advantage, as the role will involve integrating intelligent automation and analytics to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and strategic decision-making within the organisation's financial operations.

 

Job Purpose

To provide accounting support by performing, coordinating and managing accounting functions, conduct proper account reconciliations, in order to ensure the efficiency and effectiveness of the accounting practices in SARS.

 

Education and Experience

 

Minimum Qualification & Experience Required

Relevant bachelor’s degree in Finance / Advanced Diploma in Finance (NQF 7) AND 5-7 years' experience in a Finance environment, of which 2-3 years is at functional specialist level

 ALTERNATIVE 

Senior Certificate (NQF 4) AND 10 years Finance related experience environment, of which 2-3 years is at functional specialist level

 

Job Outputs:

 

Process 

  • Continuously ensure accurate communication to relevant SARS offices on discrepancies and errors in order to advise on how to ensure the accurate adjustment of said matters.
  • Develop and maintain regular reports via the applicable SARS accounting system.
  • Execute specialist input through investigation &opportunities within the product process including risk concern.
  • Maintain accounts by identifying, verifying, and recording financial transactions.
  • Monitor, verify and review outstanding information in order to pass relevant transactions where applicable according to set standards in order to ensure accuracy and prevent fraudulent activities.
  • Accumulate information to review work progress that provides input to reporting, decision making and the identification of improvement opportunities.
  • 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.
  • Correctly apply policies, practices, standards, procedures and legislation in the delivery of work outputs.
  • Draw on own knowledge and experience to diagnose symptoms, causes and possible effects in order to solve emerging problems.
  • 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.
  • Leverage machine learning models to predict financial trends, supporting more effective strategic planning and resource allocation.
  • Utilise AI technologies to refine financial reporting processes, delivering faster insights and reducing manual workloads.

 

Governance

  • Comply with organisational internal control and governance standards in finance and procurement processes.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Provide authoritative, specialist services, expertise and advice to internal and external stakeholders 

 

Behavioural competencies

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

 

Technical competencies

  • Business Knowledge
  • Data Collection and Analysis
  • Efficiency improvement
  • Financial Accounting
  • Financial Acumen
  • Financial Analysis and Reporting
  • Financial Control
  • Functional Policies and Procedures
  • Reporting
  • Standard operating procedure compliance

 

Compliance Competency

  • 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.

 

PLEASE APPLY HERE