Head Of Tax- Cape Town

Our client is seeking a highly experienced and knowledgeable Head of Tax to join their finance team in Cape Town. This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned tax professional to take on a key leadership role within a dynamic, global organisation. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the company's global tax strategy and compliance, ensuring efficient and effective management of tax affairs. With a strong focus on tax audits, controls, compliance, transfer pricing and tax accounting in Africa, this role offers the chance to make a significant impact on the company's financial performance.* Key leadership role within a global finance organisation* Responsibility for developing and implementing global tax strategy* Opportunity to manage tax risk and ensure compliance across multiple jurisdictions

What you'll do:

As the Head of Tax, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the company's global tax strategy. Your deep understanding of international tax laws, regulations, and accounting standards will be crucial in ensuring compliance across all jurisdictions where the company operates. You will work closely with senior management to advise on the tax implications of strategic business decisions, while also leading a team of dedicated tax professionals. Your responsibilities will also include managing potential tax risks, coordinating with external advisors to resolve audits and disputes, and staying updated on changes in domestic and international tax laws.

• Develop and implement a comprehensive global tax strategy aligned with the company's overall business objectives.
• Conduct regular tax health checks to identify areas for improvement and optimisation.
• Advise senior management on the tax implications of strategic business decisions.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable tax laws and regulations in all jurisdictions where the company operates.
• Manage the preparation and filing of tax returns and other tax-related documents.
• Coordinate with external tax advisors and authorities to resolve tax audits and disputes.
• Identify and mitigate potential tax risks, including transfer pricing, BEPS, and tax disputes.
• Provide expert tax advice to various business units and departments.
• Support business development activities by assessing the tax implications of new projects and acquisitions.
• Lead and manage a team of tax professionals, providing guidance, training, and development opportunities.

What you bring:

As an ideal candidate for the Head of Tax position, you bring an advanced degree in taxation, accounting or law along with at least 10 years' experience in taxation within a multinational corporate environment. Your strong understanding of IFRS and its impact on tax accounting, coupled with your proven track record of managing complex tax issues and projects, will be key to your success in this role. You are a strong leader with excellent interpersonal skills, capable of leading a team of professionals in a fast-paced, global environment. Your extensive experience with tax audits, court cases and transfer pricing in Africa will be highly valued.

• Advanced degree in taxation, accounting, or law.
• Minimum 10 years' experience in taxation, preferably in a multinational corporate environment.
• Strong understanding of IFRS and its impact on tax accounting.
• Proven track record of managing complex tax issues and projects.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, global environment.
• Extensive experience with tax audits, court cases and transfer pricing in Africa.

Please send CV to catherine.blake@robertwalters.com

About the job

Contract Type: FULL_TIME

Specialism: Accountancy & Finance

Focus: Analyst

Industry: Oil and Gas

Workplace Type: On-site

Location: Cape Town

Contract Type: FULL_TIME

Specialism: Accountancy & Finance

Focus: Analyst

Industry: Oil and Gas

Salary: Negotiable

Workplace Type: On-site

Location: Cape Town

FULL_TIME

Job Reference: PPIU4S-F470B26E

Date posted: 11 November 2024

Consultant: Catherine Blake

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