Senior Tax Advisor (Corporate)

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual performance bonus

Medical aid

Retirement fund benefits

Study leave & development support

Cutting-edge tax technology

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

Placements24 has partnered with a prominent multinational financial services group in Pretoria to recruit a Senior Tax Advisor. The role focuses on SA tax, international tax principles, and strategic tax planning across jurisdictions, supporting corporate transactions and audits.

The ideal candidate holds a Master's in Taxation or Law (CTA/SAIT preferred), 7+ years in corporate tax, and sharp analytical and communication skills to advise non-specialists and senior stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Taxation, Law, or related field required.
• CTA or SAIT qualification essential.
• Minimum 7 years in corporate tax in a large corporate or top firm.
• Strong knowledge of SA tax law, VAT, and international tax.
• Experience with cross-border transactions and transfer pricing.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Proficient in tax research and related software.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert tax advice on SA and international tax law.
• Develop and implement tax planning strategies for the group.
• Ensure compliance with tax legislation and regulations.
• Manage and coordinate tax audits and investigations.
• Advise on tax implications of M&A, restructuring, and financing.
• Prepare and review tax returns and transfer pricing documentation.
• Monitor changes in tax legislation and assess impact.
• Liaise with external tax advisors and auditors.
• Conduct tax due diligence for investments and acquisitions.
• Develop and deliver tax training to relevant business units.

Skills

Taxation expertise

South African tax law

International tax

Transfer pricing

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Tax research

Tax software

Project management

Education

Master's degree in Taxation/Law

CTA/SAIT qualification

Tools

Tax software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent multinational financial services group, is seeking an experienced Senior Tax Advisor to join their esteemed legal and finance department based in Pretoria, Gauteng . This role is crucial for providing expert tax advice and strategy to the group's operations across various jurisdictions. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of South African tax law, international tax principles, and their practical application in a corporate environment. You will be responsible for ensuring tax compliance, identifying tax planning opportunities, managing tax audits, and advising on the tax implications of complex transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, and cross-border dealings. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated tax professional to contribute to a leading financial institution and play a key role in its fiscal strategy. The position requires meticulous attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and the ability to communicate complex tax matters clearly to non-specialist stakeholders. Join our team in Pretoria and make a significant impact on our financial health.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert tax advice on all aspects of South African and international tax law.
• Develop and implement tax planning strategies to optimize the group's tax position.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant tax legislation and regulations.
• Manage and coordinate tax audits and investigations by tax authorities.
• Advise on the tax implications of corporate transactions, including M&A, restructuring, and financing.
• Prepare and review tax returns and transfer pricing documentation.
• Monitor changes in tax legislation and assess their impact on the business.
• Liaise with external tax advisors and auditors.
• Conduct tax due diligence for potential investments and acquisitions.
• Develop and deliver tax training to relevant business units.

Requirements

• A Master's degree in Taxation, Law, or a related field (e.g., MTP, LLM Tax).
• A relevant professional qualification (e.g., SAIT, CTA) is essential.
• A minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in corporate tax, gained within a large corporate environment or a leading tax advisory firm.
• In-depth knowledge of South African corporate tax law, VAT, and international tax principles.
• Experience with tax aspects of cross-border transactions and transfer pricing.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a high level of accuracy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex tax issues clearly.
• Proficiency in tax research and relevant tax software.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proactive and results-oriented with strong commercial awareness.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package, reflecting the seniority of the role.
• Annual performance bonus.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Generous study leave and support for further professional development.
• Access to cutting-edge tax technology and resources.
• Opportunity to work with a leading financial institution in Pretoria .
• Flexible working arrangements.