Indirect Tax Lead: Customs & Excise Strategy (SA/Botswana)

glencore

Cape Town

On-site

ZAR 1,500,000 - 2,300,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

Glencore in Cape Town seeks an Indirect Tax Lead to manage all aspects of indirect tax compliance, strategy and risk for South African and Botswana operations, with a focus on VAT, excise duties and customs duties. You will partner with IT, finance and legal teams to optimise tax efficiency across commercial transactions and supply chains.

The ideal candidate brings 6+ years in indirect tax with leadership experience in Oil & Gas or regulated industries, and holds a postgraduate tax

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in accounting, taxation, finance, or related field; postgraduate tax qualification preferred.
Professional accreditation (e.g., SAICA, SAIT, CIMA) is advantageous.
In-depth knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and tax laws.
Minimum 6 years of experience in indirect tax, with at least 2 years in a senior or leadership role within Oil & Gas or a similar regulated industry.

Responsibilities

Lead indirect tax compliance, strategy, and risk management for SA and Botswana operations.
Oversee VAT, excise duties, fuel levies, customs duties, and environmental taxes.
Liaise with SARS and other tax authorities, providing documentation and responses.
Develop and maintain internal controls to ensure full compliance with indirect tax obligations.
Mentor a team and collaborate with legal, finance, and commercial teams to ensure tax-efficient operations.