Regional Tax Manager

Smith Garb and Associates CC; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global ICT company seeks a Group Tax Manager to shape and implement tax strategy within their finance team. The ideal candidate has extensive taxation experience and the ability to align tax strategy with business objectives. Key duties include overseeing compliance, providing strategic advice, and managing international tax activities. This role offers a chance to collaborate across regions and contribute to impactful initiatives.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years’ experience in taxation, with at least 3 years in Corporate Tax within a consulting environment.
• Strong exposure to corporate structuring and transfer pricing.
• Experience with African tax and finance teams is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Align the tax strategy with corporate objectives.
• Oversee tax compliance and risk functions.
• Develop and implement international tax strategies.

Skills

Tax strategy alignment

Proactive advice on transactions

Strong communication

Problem-solving abilities

Education

BCom (Hons) Accounting

Postgraduate Tax qualification (HDip Tax)

Job description

Overview

Group Tax Manager – ICT Multinational

Are you a seasoned tax professional looking to make an impact in a dynamic, multinational ICT environment? Our client, a leading global player in the ICT sector, is seeking a Group Tax Manager to join their finance team and drive tax strategy, compliance, and efficiency across multiple regions.

This pivotal role will suit a technically strong, commercially astute professional who thrives in a complex, cross-border environment and who can align tax strategy with overall business objectives.

Responsibilities

Tax Planning & Strategy

• Align the tax strategy with overall business and corporate objectives.
• Provide proactive advice on company-specific transactions, procurement, and customer contracts.
• Support mergers and acquisitions through due diligence and structuring.
• Keep management and the Group board informed of tax landscape changes.

Direct & Indirect Tax Compliance

• Oversee tax compliance and risk functions across the Group.
• Review tax calculations, deferred tax items, and statutory returns (Income Tax, VAT, WHT).
• Manage audits by revenue authorities in multiple jurisdictions.
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting of tax metrics to internal stakeholders.

International Tax & Transfer Pricing

• Develop and implement international tax strategies.
• Manage cross-border tax activities and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g., Country by Country reporting, Economic Substance rules).
• Oversee transfer pricing methodologies and related compliance.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Create a customer-centric, service-driven culture within the tax function.
• Collaborate with finance teams across regions including South Africa, and other African countries.
• Support wider finance objectives in line with company values and goals.

Qualifications & Experience

• BCom (Hons) Accounting and Postgraduate Tax qualification (HDip Tax) - ESSENTIAL.
• CA(SA) or LLB or SAIT advantageous.
• Minimum 6 years’ experience in taxation, with at least 3 years in Corporate Tax within a consulting environment (Big 4 preferred).
• Strong exposure to corporate structuring, inter-company transactions, and transfer pricing.
• Experience engaging with African tax and finance teams is an advantage.

Competencies

• Strong communication and analytical skills.
• Proven problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• High level of business and financial acumen.
• Ability to explain complex tax matters clearly and simply.
• Resilient under pressure and able to manage diverse stakeholders.

What’s on Offer

This is an opportunity to play a central role in shaping and implementing tax strategy within a global ICT business. You’ll be part of a collaborative finance function, working alongside senior leadership, regional directors, and external stakeholders, while contributing to impactful cross-border initiatives.