Are you a skilled and results-driven debt collection professional with expertise in tax? The South African Revenue Service (SARS) is looking for an experienced Debt Collector to join their High Wealth Individual (HWI) division on a fixed-term contract. If you have the required skills and experience, this is your chance to contribute to SARS’ important mission while furthering your career.
The Debt Collector – Tax position is located nationally and offers the opportunity to be involved in managing tax collections for high net-worth individuals and enforcing compliance for escalated tax return cases. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals with a strong background in tax debt collection, business acumen, and legal aspects of financial recovery.
Advert Closing Date: 31 January 2025
Location: National
Reports To: Manager: Debt Management
Division: High Wealth Individual (HWI)
Key Responsibilities of the Debt Collector – Tax
The Debt Collector will be responsible for enforcing the collection of debt in the High Wealth Individuals (HWI) unit, managing outstanding returns, and ensuring compliance with various tax types. Your main tasks will include:
- Debt Collection: Manage end-to-end debt collection processes, including final demands, court judgments, warrants of execution, and the placement of liens.
- Legal & Financial Analysis: Interpret interpleader notices, handle business rescue processes, and manage the value chain of debt recovery procedures.
- Operational Oversight: Ensure the team’s activities meet targets within set quality, turnaround time, and productivity norms.
- Service Delivery Enhancement: Continuously enhance service delivery and work towards achieving the SARS operational plan.
Minimum Qualifications and Experience
To apply for the Debt Collector – Tax position, you must meet the following educational and experience requirements:
- Minimum Qualification:
- Relevant National Diploma / Advanced Certificate (NQF 6) with 2-3 years of experience in Tax Debt Collection or Tax Audit,
- OR
- Senior Certificate (NQF 4) with 5 years of experience in Tax Debt Collection or Tax Audit.
- Required Functional Experience:
- Experience in legal aspects of collections, including sequestrations, liquidations, and debt recovery processes.
- Expertise in the analysis of financial statements, including ratio analysis and interpretation.
How to Apply
If you meet the qualifications and are eager to take on the challenge of managing high-level debt collections, apply now through the SARS career portal:
Important: The closing date for applications is 31 January 2025. Ensure you submit your application before the deadline!
Additional Information
- Employment Equity: SARS follows an Employment Equity policy, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
- Pre-Employment Screening: Successful candidates will be required to undertake an oath of secrecy, pre-employment screening, psychometric assessments, case studies, vetting, and a declaration of private interest.
This is a great opportunity to work with SARS and make a significant impact on high-net-worth tax compliance and debt collection. If you’re ready to take on a new challenge and meet the qualifications, apply today!