Tax Director

As a Tax Director, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the tax strategy for a leading organization in the South African market. As a seasoned tax professional, you will be responsible for ensuring compliance with tax regulations, identifying opportunities for optimization, and providing guidance on tax-related matters. In this role, you will work closely with various departments, including finance, procurement, and operations, to ensure seamless integration and compliance.

Key Responsibilities
Some of your key responsibilities will include:

• Developing and implementing tax strategies to optimize profitability and minimize tax liability.
• Monitoring and reviewing tax returns and other tax-related submissions.
• Leading and managing a team of tax professionals to ensure high-quality service delivery.
• Building and maintaining relationships with the tax authorities and other stakeholders.
• Keeping up-to-date with tax law changes and regulations and incorporating them into your tax strategies.

Minimum Requirements
The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Law, and a Postgraduate degree in Tax Law (BCompt or similar). You will also require:

• Minimum of 8 years of tax experience, with a significant portion of that time in a senior tax leadership role.
• Candidates with a Professional Designation (e.g., SAICA, SIFAC, or IAB) will be advantageous but not essential.
• Excellent leadership and management skills, with a proven track record of effective team management.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

Key Skills and Attributes
Key skills and attributes for the role include:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong knowledge of South African tax law and regulations, including an understanding of tax treaties and conventions.
• Proven ability to develop and implement effective tax strategies, with a focus on compliance and optimization.
• Leadership and management skills, with the ability to lead a team of tax professionals and ensure high-quality service delivery.
• A high level of organizational, time management, and adaptability skills, with the ability to prioritize multiple projects and deadlines.

Working Environment and Conditions
As Tax Director, you will work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with multiple stakeholder groups. You will be required to:

• Work closely with finance, procurement, and operations teams to ensure seamless integration and compliance.
• Travel frequently for meetings with tax authorities and other stakeholders.
• Work long hours, including evenings and weekends, as required by business needs.

Key Duties
Key duties of the Tax Director role include:

• Maintaining and enhancing tax compliance and risk management capabilities.
• Developing and implementing effective tax strategies to optimize profitability and minimize tax liability.
• Monitoring and reviewing tax returns and other tax-related submissions.
• Ensuring compliance with all applicable tax laws and regulations.

Benefits
Our organization offers a comprehensive package of benefits, including:

• Competitive remuneration and benefits.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and expertise.
• Flexible working arrangements to balance work and personal life.
• A positive and dynamic work environment, with opportunities for career advancement and growth.
• Access to modern technology and tools to facilitate efficient and effective work performance.