International Tax Manager

PwC; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

PwC in Cape Town seeks an experienced Corporate International Tax Consultant to join our International Tax Services team. You will advise on South African corporate income tax, treaty matters and cross-border transactions, delivering high-quality guidance to multinational clients.

Lead with integrity, coach junior staff, and collaborate with PwC offices globally to navigate a changing tax landscape. A relevant degree and 3+ years in corporate international tax are required; CA/attorney

Qualifications

• Applicable degree(s) in accounting, law, commerce and/or finance.
• Postgraduate studies in Taxation will be advantageous.
• Exposure to international tax studies, training, seminars or task groups is advantageous.
• Professional qualification (CA / attorney) will be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Act as relationship manager of a portfolio of clients against individual and team Net Revenue targets.
• Act as the first point of call for clients and ensure timely delivery to the highest technical standard.
• Provide on-the-job coaching and mentoring to junior team members.
• Perform technical reviews of draft deliverables prepared by junior team members.
• Report into a Partner / Director ultimately signing off client deliverables.
• Project manage integrated consulting assignments, where frequent dealings are to be expected with (1) Subject-matter experts of different lines of services, e.g transfer pricing, indirect tax, customs, deals, audit and/or compliance specialists, and (2) Subject-matter counterparts in foreign PwC offices.
• Support the sales strategy of leadership.
• Manage project economics proactively.
• Ensure team adherence to internal risk management policies.
• Keep abreast with the ever-changing tax landscape through relevant technical training.
• Develop deep knowledge of bespoke PwC developed digital tools, applications and business processes.

Skills

Corporate tax expertise

Client relationship management

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Accounting / finance degree

Law or commerce background

Postgraduate Taxation

CA/attorney qualification advantageous

Job description

Management Level Manager Job Description & Summary At PwC, our people in tax services focus on providing advice and guidance to clients on tax planning, compliance, and strategy. These individuals help businesses navigate complex tax regulations and optimise their tax positions. Those in international tax at PwC will provide advice and guidance to clients on structuring their global tax positions. Your work will involve analysing international tax laws and regulations to develop strategies that optimise tax efficiency and minimise risks for multinational businesses. Enhancing your leadership style, you motivate, develop and inspire others to deliver quality. You are responsible for coaching, leveraging team member’s unique strengths, and managing performance to deliver on client expectations. With your growing knowledge of how business works, you play an important role in identifying opportunities that contribute to the success of our Firm. You are expected to lead with integrity and authenticity, articulating our purpose and values in a meaningful way. You embrace technology and innovation to enhance your delivery and encourage others to do the same.

Corporate International Tax Consultant

We are searching for an experienced corporate tax specialist to join our International Tax Services team. The role requires deep technical expertise in the fields of South African corporate income tax and tax treaty law, and the ability to effectively apply such knowledge to complex cross-border business operations, corporate transactions and structures within an ever-changing global tax landscape.

Job purpose

With today’s globalised economy, businesses are exposed to fast changing legislation, regulations and tax environments with operations, supply chains and customers across the globe. It’s vital for businesses to manage and respond to these developments in an agile and responsible way by partnering with an advisor that can be trusted. In line with our #newequation this role will allow the successful candidate to plug into a global community of solvers to develop sustainable solutions for the global tax problems of the globalised economy.

Principal Accountabilities (KPI's)

• Act as a relationship manager of a portfolio of clients against individual and team Net Revenue targets;
• Act as the first point of call for clients and ensure timely delivery to the highest technical standard;
• Provide on-the-job coaching and mentoring to junior team members;
• Perform technical reviews of draft deliverables prepared by junior team members;
• Report into a Partner / Director ultimately signing off client deliverables;
• Project manage integrated consulting assignments, where frequent dealings are to be expected with (1) Subject-matter experts of different lines of services, e.g transfer pricing, indirect tax, customs, deals, audit and/or compliance specialists, and (2) Subject-matter counterparts in foreign PwC offices;
• Support the sales strategy of leadership;
• Manage project economics proactively;
• Ensure team adherence to internal risk management policies;
• Keep abreast with the ever-changing tax landscape through relevant technical training;
• Develop deep knowledge of bespoke PwC developed digital tools, applications and business processes.

Minimum Qualification

• Applicable degree(s) in accounting, law, commerce and/or finance.
• Postgraduate studies in Taxation will be advantageous.
• Exposure to studies, training courses, seminars or task groups in the field of international tax will be advantageous.
• Professional qualification (CA / attorney) will be advantageous.

Experience

• 3+ years relevant experience in the field of corporate international tax

Key Knowledge and Skills

• Deep knowledge of South African corporate income tax, corporate structures and transactions, tax treaty law and global developments in the field of international tax.
• Ability to provide bespoke advice of the highest technical standard in a clear and concise manner.
• Ability to multi-task and work under pressure in a deadline driven environment.
• Well-rounded project and people management skills.
• Ability to grasp, navigate and solve complex business problems.

Travel Requirements

Up to 20%

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

No

Job Posting End Date November 14, 2026