Head of Tax & Family Office Growth

The Recruitment Council; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 950 000 - 1 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accounting firm in South Africa seeks a Head of Tax to drive their tax department's success, ensuring compliance and advisory excellence. This pivotal role involves managing a high-performing team, developing tailored services for high-net-worth individuals, and navigating complex tax landscapes. The ideal candidate will possess a Master's degree in Taxation and be a qualified Chartered Accountant with 10 years of progressive tax experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of relevant tax experience focusing on high-net-worth individuals.
• Strong background in managing and growing a tax department in a professional services firm.
• Proven proficiency in tax and accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Tax Department, overseeing compliance and advisory services.
• Develop and implement a structured Family Office service for high-net-worth clients.
• Cultivate client relationships and deliver strategic tax advice.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical Skills

Communication

Education

Master’s degree in Taxation

Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA(SA))

Tools

GreatSoft

Microsoft Office Suite

Libralex

Xero

Job description

A leading accounting firm in South Africa seeks a Head of Tax to drive their tax department's success, ensuring compliance and advisory excellence. This pivotal role involves managing a high-performing team, developing tailored services for high-net-worth individuals, and navigating complex tax landscapes. The ideal candidate will possess a Master's degree in Taxation and be a qualified Chartered Accountant with 10 years of progressive tax experience.