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Pride Kuchena
General Tax Practitioner, Business Accountant In Practice
Centurion
Summary
Detail-oriented person with a demonstrated professional history in accounting and taxation for over 8 years. Highly-motivated, deadline-committed, goal-with a proven track record of excellence. Some of my core skills include taxation, regulatory compliance, budgeting, and forecasting. I have excellent analytical skills and a proven track record of success in completing all assigned tasks and projects in a timely manner. I am known as a pro-active individual with the crucial ability to operate both independently and in a team setting. I have experience in communicating with clients preparing and reviewing tax returns to ensure the accuracy of all data. I am comfortable working under pressure, dynamic in my thinking, and ready to take on new challenges.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Tax Compliance Officer
Nwanda Inc
Johannesburg
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Complete Income Tax returns, based on financial statements generated by the Audit and Bookkeeping Departments
- Complete Income Tax returns, based on the necessary information obtained from clients, other than those for which financial statements have been prepared for by the Audit and Bookkeeping Departments
- Attach all necessary documentary proof to the completed Income Tax returns, so as to eliminate unnecessary queries and revised assessments from SARS
- Complete Income Tax returns, (ITR12, ITR14,IT12EI,ITR12T)
- Deal with queries from SARS relating to Income Tax returns completed, at the discretion of the relevant partner
- Monitor the submission of returns for the relevant partner(s) ensuring that returns which can be submitted are submitted timeously
- Applications to SARS for registration of clients, where required
- Drafting of statements of assets and liabilities, capital reconciliations and tax computations
- Calculating third and additional top-up payments when required
- Controlling general administration of key duties and responsibilities
- Performing any other tasks relating to the completion of Income Tax returns, which may be reasonably expected.
Tax Specialist (Individuals)
Osidon Pty Ltd
Pretoria
07.2022 - 04.2023
- Train and coach new financial consultants and financial advisors
- Contribute to the development of a team of 25 financial consultants and 4 financial advisors
- Completion and submission of individual ITR12 & IRP6 tax returns for a client base allocated
- Review of assessments as issued by SARS to confirm accuracy or to identify the need for a dispute
- Attended uploading supporting documents to SARS in response to notifications issued
- Preparation and submission of disputes or appeals to SARS, as well as following up on the status of submissions made to SARS
- Attend to requests from SARS on queries relating to our clients
- Comply with all deadlines set, including both internal deadlines as well as prescribed SARS deadlines
- Maintaining an up-to-date knowledge of tax amendments and legislation
- Apply for tax clearance certificates (Good Standing & Tender)
- Manage billings and debtors
- Risk management
- Assisting with client queries immediately
- Assisting Directors, Managers & clerks with any tax related matters as assigned.
Accountant
Cudub Holdings (Pty)Ltd
Centurion
11.2018 - 05.2022
- Oversee daily accounting operations within the organization
- Prepare and assess account reconciliations and journal entries
- Maintain financial statements, documents, and records
- Payroll using Simple pay, EMP201 and EMP501 submissions
- Ensuring that the tax affairs of the company are up to date Income tax and VAT
- Resolved financial discrepancies with thorough research, financial acumen, and critical thinking
- Reconciled multiple accounts daily to keep records current and balanced
- Preparing journal entries, monthly management accounts
- Maintaining the Fixed Asset Register, cashflow forecasting and budgeting.
Taxation Specialist
Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA)
03.2012 - 01.2018
- Obtained debt settlements through payment negotiations, wage garnishments, and property seizures
- Kept taxpayers informed about tax laws and processes with informational brochures and notifications
- Resolved problems by actively pursuing communication and collaboration with taxpayers and duly appointed representatives
- Kept taxpayers compliant by sending out routine notices and working to set up payment plans for delinquency
- Maintained accuracy by routinely verifying taxpayer information, identification numbers, and computations
- Amended tax liability information based on new field audits and investigations
- Handled taxation fairly, using accurate knowledge of current tax codes and accounting procedures to make correct liability assessments
- Assisted with court cases with detailed charges and documentation of previous activities and notifications related to properties
- Organized files and records and handled other support tasks, freeing up managers to take on more pressing responsibilities
- Collaborated positively with peers and other staff members to maintain a friendly, supportive, and cooperative work atmosphere
- Responded promptly to the customer, vendor, and staff questions and quickly resolved issues, cultivating strong, long-term relationships.
Education
Applied Skills Level -
ACCA
Johannesburg, South Africa 01.2022 - 8 2023
Postgraduate diploma in Taxation - undefined
University of Witwatersrand
Johannesburg, South Africa 01.2022 - 8 2023
Professional Certificate in Taxation - undefined
The Tax Faculty
Pretoria, South Africa 07.2020 - 8 2021
Master of Accountancy - undefined
University of Zimbabwe
Harare, Zimbabwe 08.2015 - 6 2018
Bachelor of Accountancy Honors degree - undefined
University of Zimbabwe
Harare, Zimbabwe 08.2006 - 10 2011
Skills
Leadership
Websites
Certification
Tax Accounting Certificate - New Skills Academy (UK)
Affiliations
- SAIT- South African Institute of Taxation (General Tax Practitioner)
- SAIBA- South African Institute of Business Accountants (Business Accountant In Practice)
Othersecretarialcompetencies
- Appointment and resignation of directors and members.
- Reservations and preparations of changes in name.
- Change of year ends.
- Formation of new companies.
Software
Taxware
Xero
Quickbooks Online
Caseware
Timeline
Tax Compliance Officer
Nwanda Inc
08.2023 - 06.2024
Tax Specialist (Individuals)
Osidon Pty Ltd
07.2022 - 04.2023
Applied Skills Level -
ACCA
01.2022 - 8 2023
Postgraduate diploma in Taxation - undefined
University of Witwatersrand
01.2022 - 8 2023
Professional Certificate in Taxation - undefined
The Tax Faculty
07.2020 - 8 2021
Accountant
Cudub Holdings (Pty)Ltd
11.2018 - 05.2022
Master of Accountancy - undefined
University of Zimbabwe
08.2015 - 6 2018
Taxation Specialist
Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA)
03.2012 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Accountancy Honors degree - undefined
University of Zimbabwe
08.2006 - 10 2011
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