Senior Corporate Tax Advisor

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Corporate Tax Advisor for their East London team. The role focuses on delivering expert tax advice for complex corporate transactions and ensuring SA tax compliance across income tax, VAT, and related levies.

You will drive tax planning strategies, manage SARS interactions, and coordinate with finance, legal, and operations to embed tax considerations into business decisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Law, or Commerce with Taxation specialization.
• Master’s degree or professional qualification (CA(SA), CTA, Master of Taxation) is highly desirable.
• Minimum 8 years of post-qualification corporate tax experience.
• Deep knowledge of SA tax law including CGT, international tax, VAT.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert tax advice on corporate transactions (M&A, restructuring).
• Ensure compliance with SA tax legislation (income tax, VAT, levies).
• Develop and implement tax planning strategies to minimize tax liabilities.
• Manage tax audits; liaise with SARS on behalf of the company.
• Prepare and review tax returns, provisional tax calculations, and filings.
• Conduct tax research and issue updates on legislation changes.
• Advise on cross-border tax issues and transfer pricing.
• Collaborate with finance, legal, and operations; integrate tax into decisions.
• Mentor junior tax team members.
• Contribute to internal tax policy development and improvements.

Skills

Corporate tax

Tax planning

Cross-border tax

Transfer pricing

SARS liaison

Financial modeling

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Ability to manage multiple projects

Deadline-driven

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Law/Commerce (Taxation)

Master’s or professional qualification (CA(SA), CTA, Master of Taxation)

Tools

Tax software

Job description

About the Role Our client, a prominent financial services group with significant operations across South Africa, is seeking an experienced Senior Corporate Tax Advisor to join their established finance team in East London . This role is crucial for providing expert advice on complex corporate tax matters, ensuring compliance with tax legislation, and contributing to tax planning strategies that optimize the company's financial position. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of South African tax law and extensive experience advising multinational corporations. This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading organization and make a significant impact within the Eastern Cape business community.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert tax advice on corporate transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, and restructuring.
• Ensure compliance with all South African tax legislation, including income tax, VAT, and other relevant levies.
• Develop and implement effective tax planning strategies to minimize tax liabilities and maximize after-tax returns.
• Manage tax audits and liaise with the South African Revenue Service (SARS) on behalf of the company.
• Prepare and review tax returns, provisional tax calculations, and other tax filings.
• Conduct tax research and provide timely updates on changes in tax legislation and their implications.
• Advise on cross-border tax issues and transfer pricing regulations.
• Collaborate with internal finance, legal, and operational teams to integrate tax considerations into business decisions.
• Mentor and guide junior members of the tax department.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of internal tax policies and procedures.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Law, or Commerce, with a specialization in Taxation.
• A Master's degree or professional qualification (e.g., CA(SA), CTA, Master of Taxation) is highly desirable.
• A minimum of 8 years of post-qualification experience in corporate tax, either within a large accounting firm or in-house at a multinational corporation.
• In-depth knowledge of South African corporate tax law, including capital gains tax, international tax, and VAT.
• Proven experience in tax planning, advisory, and compliance for complex corporate structures.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex legislation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain technical tax concepts clearly.
• Proficiency in tax software and financial modeling.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet strict deadlines.
• A proactive and commercially astute approach to tax advice.
• Experience working within the Eastern Cape region is a plus.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary package, commensurate with experience.
• Performance-based bonus and potential for other incentives.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and continued learning.
• Exposure to diverse and complex tax matters within a leading financial services group.
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment in East London .
• Access to advanced tax research tools and professional networks.
• Contribution towards professional memberships and industry events.
• Support for work-life balance initiatives.
• Be part of a respected finance team in the Eastern Cape .