Regional Tax Manager

Smith Garb & Associates; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global player in the ICT sector seeks a Group Tax Manager to align tax strategy and enhance compliance across regions. The role calls for a seasoned professional with a BCom (Hons) and HDip Tax, as well as at least 6 years of taxation experience, including corporate tax in a consulting environment. This position will allow you to shape tax strategies within a dynamic finance team.

Qualifications

• BCom (Hons) and Postgraduate Tax qualification (HDip Tax) required.
• Minimum 6 years’ experience in taxation, with at least 3 years in Corporate Tax.
• Strong exposure to corporate structuring and transfer pricing.

Responsibilities

• Align tax strategy with overall business objectives.
• Oversee tax compliance and risk functions across the Group.
• Develop and implement international tax strategies.

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 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) and Postgraduate Tax qualification (HDip Tax) - ESSENTIAL.
• CA(SA) or LLB or CIA 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.