Tax and Compliance Manager

SUMMARY:
A leading organisation in the Manufacturing and Retail industry is seeking an experienced and results-driven Tax and Compliance Manager to join their finance team. This role is critical in ensuring that the company’s tax and compliance processes are efficient, accurate, and in alignment with global standards, such as IFRS and SOX.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the company’s tax operations, including the preparation and filing of corporate income tax, VAT/GST, and other indirect taxes, ensuring compliance with local and international tax regulations.
• Lead the implementation and maintenance of Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) internal controls related to tax reporting and compliance.
• Ensure that the company adheres to International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) in all tax and financial reporting matters.
• Manage and lead tax audits and ensure timely responses to inquiries from tax authorities.
• Review and update tax policies and procedures, staying abreast of changes in tax laws and regulations in all relevant jurisdictions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including finance, legal, and external consultants, to ensure compliance with VAT, tax provisions, and tax optimisation strategies.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with external tax advisors, auditors, and regulators.
• Prepare and review tax reconciliations and deferred tax provisions as part of the financial close process.
• Provide guidance on global tax compliance strategies and initiatives, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and best practices.
• Support the finance team with technical tax accounting issues and play an active role in complex tax planning projects.

• CA(SA).
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in tax accounting, with significant exposure to VAT/GST, IFRS, and SOX compliance.
• Strong understanding of tax compliance, reporting, and accounting standards.
• Proven ability to manage tax audits and navigate complex tax regulations at local and international levels.