Senior Operations Manager - Investment Tax Administration (CH1148)

CapitalH; Durbanville; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in financial services is seeking a Senior Operations Manager to oversee the operational performance of their Tax Administration team, focusing on Capital Gains Tax. The ideal candidate will have a CA(SA) or equivalent qualification, significant experience managing tax/audit teams, and demonstrate strong leadership skills. This role emphasizes operational excellence within a regulated environment and requires familiarity with South African tax laws.

Qualifications

• 8-10+ years’ experience in financial services.
• 5 years in a senior operations or tax/audit team management role.
• Experience managing a tax function, preferably with Capital Gains Tax exposure.

Responsibilities

• Lead and drive operational performance of the Tax Administration team.
• Manage service delivery and drive process improvements.
• Support regulatory compliance efforts.

Skills

Leadership

Process controls

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Taxation, or related

CA(SA) or equivalent professional designation

Job description

We are seeking a hands-on and strategic Senior Operations Manager to oversee and drive the operational performance of our Tax Administration team, with a particular focus on Capital Gains Tax. This individual will be responsible for leading a team of highly skilled Tax Analysts, managing service delivery, driving process improvements, and supporting regulatory compliance efforts.

The role is ideal for a qualified CA(SA) or finance professional with experience managing tax or audit teams, and a strong appreciation for operational excellence in a regulated environment.

Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Taxation, or related.
• CA(SA) or equivalent professional designation highly preferred.

Experience :

• 8–10+ years’ experience in financial services, with at least 5 years in a senior operations or tax / audit team management role.
• Proven experience working in or managing a tax or audit function (Capital Gains Tax exposure preferred).
• Familiarity with South African tax laws, especially CGT, is highly advantageous.

Skills & Attributes :

• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Detail-oriented with a deep understanding of process controls.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-accountability environment.
• Comfortable working with data and tax technology platforms.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

General :

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not hear from us after 30 days you may consider your application unsuccessful
• In keeping with our client’s employment equity requirements, only South African citizens will be considered.
• Please include your current salary and salary expectations.