Tax Manager

CA Financial Appointments; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

CA Financial Appointments is seeking an experienced Tax Manager to lead a busy tax department within a fast-paced professional services environment. You will shape the strategic direction of the tax function and oversee a talented team of tax professionals.

In this role you will manage day-to-day tax compliance, review and submission of returns across all tax types, and drive continuous improvement by implementing best practices and raising professional standards.

Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of the management, performance, and strategic direction of the Tax Department
• Lead, supervise, mentor, and develop the tax team, ensuring high-quality service delivery and professional growth
• Manage departmental workflow, resource allocation, deadlines, and client deliverables
• Stay actively involved in day-to-day tax compliance, including preparation, review, and submission of returns across all tax types
• Drive continuous improvement by implementing best practices and raising professional standards

Job description

Do you thrive on leading teams and driving technical excellence in a fast-paced professional services environment? We're looking for an experienced Tax Manager to take the reins of a busy tax department and help shape the future of tax compliance for a diverse client base.

Why join this team?

This role goes beyond compliance. You'll set the strategic direction for the tax department, build and mentor a strong team of tax professionals, and act as the trusted technical voice for clients and colleagues alike. It's a chance to combine hands-on technical work with genuine leadership impact.

What you will be doing:

• Take full ownership of the management, performance, and strategic direction of the Tax Department
• Lead, supervise, mentor, and develop the tax team, ensuring high-quality service delivery and professional growth
• Manage departmental workflow, resource allocation, deadlines, and client deliverables
• Stay actively involved in day-to-day tax compliance, including preparation, review, and submission of returns across all tax types
• Drive continuous improvement by implementing best practices and raising professional standards