Indirect Tax Manager - Africa
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Locations: Johannesburg, South Africa
Time Type: Full time
Posted On: 3 Days Ago
Job Requisition ID: R-014856
Main Purpose:
In-house Tax department – Correctly discharge all tax obligations, ensure full compliance with the tax rules & regulations and manage the indirect tax working capital position in the Africa Region.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities, Key Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities:
Compliance Management:
- Ensure compliance with all applicable indirect tax laws and regulations, including value-added tax (VAT), goods and services tax (GST), sales and use tax, excise tax, customs duties, and other indirect taxes.
- Monitor changes in tax laws and regulations, assess their impact on the organization, and implement necessary adjustments to ensure compliance.
- Maintain Customs and Excise licenses and permits.
- Preparation and provision of training in Indirect Tax areas.
Tax Planning and Strategy:
- Develop and implement tax planning strategies to optimize indirect tax positions, minimize tax liabilities, and identify tax-saving opportunities.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align tax planning initiatives with business objectives and ensure tax-efficient structures and transactions.
Tax Reporting and Filings:
- Prepare and review indirect tax returns, reports, and filings in a timely and accurate manner.
- Ensure all required documentation and supporting records are maintained and organized.
- Ensure all monthly, quarterly and annual VAT reconciliations are performed.
- Coordinate with internal accounting and finance teams to obtain necessary data for tax reporting purposes.
Tax Audits and Disputes:
- Manage and coordinate tax audits and inquiries by tax authorities.
- Respond to inquiries, provide requested information, and represent the organization in discussions with tax authorities.
- Prepare and defend tax positions during audits and resolve any tax disputes or controversies in collaboration with legal and tax advisors.
Process Improvement:
- Continuously assess and enhance internal tax processes, systems, and controls to ensure efficiency, accuracy, and compliance.
- Formalization of African entities’ Indirect Tax Policies.
- Documentation of procedures and mapping of flows.
- Identify opportunities for automation and technology adoption to streamline tax-related workflows and reporting.
In Addition:
- Maintain relations with Tax and Customs Authorities.
- Weekly Management Reporting.
- Monitor and assist on all new clearing/bond processes.
Competencies:
- Strong knowledge of indirect tax legislation (VAT, customs and excise).
- Clear understanding of scheduling, planning, logistics, and supply chain within the oil industry.
- Structured and organized approach.
- Able to work under pressure.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Self-starter.
- Hands-on.
- Attention to detail.
- Assertive.
- Tenacious.
- Good communication skills.
- Cope under pressure.
- Strong lateral thinking and problem-solving skills.
Requirements:
- Qualification in Law or Accounting with specific VAT and Customs and Excise Knowledge.
- 10 years’ experience in VAT and Customs and Excise.
- Experience in the oil industry a major advantage.
- Background in Accounting (Big Four), Legal professions and/or Tax Authority experience an advantage.
Key Relationships and Department Overview:
External Stakeholders: Tax and Customs and Excise Authorities, Tax Consultants and Lawyers, Clearing agents, transporters, Government Departments, etc.
Internal Stakeholders: Finance, Tax department, Supply, Legal teams, Traders, and Logistics coordinators.
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