Tax Rebates Specialist

Vontier; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology company is seeking a Tax Rebate Specialist in Witbank to oversee mining diesel rebate activities ensuring compliance with regulations. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in finance/accounting and at least 3 years of tax experience. The role requires strong communication skills and attention to detail in a high-pressure environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience with Tax.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Mining diesel Rebate activities.
• Ensure compliance with MINING DIESEL rebate regulations.
• Analyze financial and operational data for rebate claims.

Skills

Ability to communicate across levels with internal stakeholders, customers, and suppliers

High Degree of accuracy and attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure and deliver to tight deadlines

Proficiency in English and Afrikaans

Mining or Transport industry background

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting/Finance or similar qualification

Higher Diploma in Taxation or BCom Honours degree in Taxation

Job description

JOB TITLE: Tax Rebate Specialist

DEPARTMENT: Data and Decision Science

REPORTING TO: DDS/C&I Director

LOCATION: Witbank

ADDITIONAL INFO: The role is based in Witbank, Mpumalanga. The preferred candidate should be based in Witbank as this is an onsite role.

PURPOSE OF POSITION

• The Tax Rebate Specialist is responsible for overseeing Mining diesel Rebate activities within the mining environment in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) region and supporting the Data and Decision Science function in the accurate and timely production of mining diesel Rebate reporting.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Mining diesel Rebates

• VAT diesel refund
• Tax VAT rebates
• Overseeing the preparation, submission, and tracking of MINING DIESEL rebate applications.
• Ensuring compliance with MINING DIESEL rebate regulations and requirements.
• Analyzing and interpreting relevant legislation and updates related to MINING DIESEL rebates.
• Gathering and organizing data necessary for MINING DIESEL rebate applications.
• Analyzing financial and operational data to support rebate claims.
• Verifying data accuracy and completeness.
• Liaising with internal and client stakeholders (e.g., finance, tax, operations) to gather required information and support rebate claims.
• Communicating with external parties such as tax advisors, auditors, and SARS officials regarding rebate matters.
• Providing guidance and support to colleagues on MINING DIESEL rebate procedures and requirements.
• Ensuring adherence to all tax laws and regulations applicable to MINING DIESEL rebates.
• Responding to MINING DIESEL audits and enquiries related to rebate claims.
• Implementing internal controls and procedures to mitigate risks associated with rebate processes.
• Prepare and process all geo zone activities in line with the fuel consumption and mining activity daily, monthly, quarterly and annually.
• Reconcile the Mining DIESEL Rebate activities via Master data on the system.

Taxation

• Managing and overseeing tax compliance activities related to MINING DIESEL rebates
• Ensuring timely and accurate preparation, filing, and submission of mining diesel rebates for various entities within the region
• Identifying and evaluating tax rebate and incentive programs offered by SARS for eligible activities
• Advising on strategies to maximize tax rebates and incentives available under applicable tax laws.
• Maintaining accurate and organized records of tax-related transactions, filings, and correspondence with tax authorities.
• Ensuring compliance with document retention policies and procedures.
• Continuously improving mining diesel rebates processes and controls to enhance efficiency and compliance.
• Implementing best practices and adopting new technologies to streamline tax-related activities.

DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY

• As per Board-approved DOA and as necessary for functions outside the DOA. As delegated by the Managing Director, when necessary.

POSITION RELATIONSHIPS

Internal

• Finance & Accounting team
• Head of departments

External

• Tax advisors
• Suppliers
• Audit firms
• Tax inspectors

PERSONAL QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

Education/ achievements

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting/Finance or similar qualification

Preferred

• Higher Diploma in Taxation or
• BCom Honours degree in Taxation

Experience/ Knowledge

• Minimum 3 years’ experience with Tax

Specific Skills

• Ability to communicate across levels with internal stakeholders, customers, and suppliers.
• High Degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure and deliver to tight deadlines.
• Proficiency in English and Afrikaans
• Mining or Transport industry background

WHO IS GILBARCO VEEDER-ROOT

Gilbarco Veeder-Root, a Vontier company, is the worldwide technology leader for retail and commercial fueling operations, offering the broadest range of integrated solutions from the forecourt to the convenience store and head office. For over 150 years, Gilbarco has earned the trust of its customers by providing long-term partnership, uncompromising support, and proven reliability. Major product lines include fuel dispensers, tank gauges and fleet management systems.

WHO IS VONTIER

Vontier (NYSE: VNT) is a global industrial technology company uniting productivity, automation and multi-energy technologies to meet the needs of a rapidly evolving, more connected mobility ecosystem. Leveraging leading market positions, decades of domain expertise and unparalleled portfolio breadth, Vontier enables the way the world moves – delivering smart, safe and sustainable solutions to our customers and the planet. Vontier has a culture of continuous improvement and innovation built upon the foundation of the Vontier Business System and embraced by colleagues worldwide. Additional information about Vontier is available on the Company’s website at www.vontier.com.

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