Job Description

Are you ready to take your tax expertise to the next level within a leading multinational energy business? We’re looking for a meticulous Tax Specialist to drive compliance, optimize tax processes, and mitigate risk across South African and African operations.

Who is hiring:

The client is a respected energy group with operations across Africa, renowned for delivering excellence and creating value for stakeholders. The finance and tax team is pivotal in ensuring compliance, transparency, and strategic insight across the business.

What the role is about:

As a Tax Specialist, you will oversee direct tax compliance across the group and African affiliates. You’ll ensure all statutory requirements are met, lead audits with Revenue Authorities, and provide guidance to minimize tax risks. Your role is critical in maintaining compliance, optimizing tax processes, and supporting the business with actionable insights.

Key responsibilities:

• Prepare and submit income tax returns for South African and African operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance
• Review African affiliate tax submissions and provide recommendations to align with legislative requirements
• Lead and manage audits by Revenue Authorities, external and internal auditors, minimizing risk and potential penalties
• Review and update tax policies and procedures to remain compliant with current legislation
• Provide tax compliance advice, guidance, and training to internal stakeholders
• Identify system improvements and leverage technology to enhance compliance processes, including AI opportunities
• Manage tax projects to optimize resources, ensure legislative compliance, and mitigate risks
• Foster strong relationships with government authorities, business partners, and service providers
• Uphold good governance, ethical standards, and compliance with COBE, POPI, ABC, and HSEQ policies

What we’re looking for:

• BComm (Accounting) or B-Tech (Tax), with Post Grad/Higher Diploma in Taxation advantageous
• At least 2 years’ experience in direct tax within South Africa, with additional African country exposure preferred
• Solid understanding of GAAP/IFRS principles
• Experience with finance IT systems and SAP
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to manage deadlines and audit requirements efficiently
• Preference will go to Employment Equity applicants

What’s in it for you:

• Influence tax strategy and compliance for a leading multinational energy group
• Exposure to complex tax operations across multiple jurisdictions
• Collaborative work environment with professional development opportunities
• Opportunity to lead projects and shape process improvements using innovative solutions

If you’re ready to take ownership of tax compliance and play a key role in driving the business forward, we want to hear from you.

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