Job Description
If you enjoy fixing broken processes, working with tax tech, and building future-fit tax functions, keep reading.
You’ll join a leading financial services group operating across South Africa and the wider African region. The business is investing heavily in digital transformation and modernizing its tax function from the inside out. This role supports enterprise-wide transformation across people, process and technology. You’ll work closely with senior stakeholders, IT teams and tax specialists to embed digitalization, automation and a data-centric mindset across the tax function.
Key Responsibilities
- Drive the transition of people, processes and technology in line with the tax digital transformation strategy.
- Embed digitalization across the tax function through automation, data analytics and modern tax systems.
- Lead and support end-to-end solutions delivery for tax technology and change initiatives.
- Collaborate with IT to design, implement and support integrated tax systems and tools.
- Translate business and executive tax requirements into practical, value-driven technology solutions.
- Support a data-centric approach that improves reporting, accuracy and decision-making across tax.
Job Experience and Skills Required
- Relevant qualification in Tax, Finance, Accounting, or similar.
- 3–5 years’ experience in tax technology, tax change, tax transformation or a similar environment.
- Experience within financial services, banking or complex corporate environments is highly beneficial.
- Exposure to indirect tax systems and tax process automation.
- Experience delivering projects with multiple milestones and dependencies.
- Strong understanding of tax technology and enterprise systems (e.g. SAP and source systems).
- Experience with tax tools such as Vertex, Avalara or similar platforms.
- Data and analytics exposure using tools like Alteryx, SAS, Power BI.
- RPA experience (e.g. Workfusion or similar).
- Solid working knowledge of SQL and MS Office 365.
- Process mapping and optimization skills.
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I also specialize in recruiting in the following:
- CA(SA)
- Tax Manager
- Senior Tax Consultant
- Corporate Tax Manager
- Transfer Pricing Manager
- Indirect Tax / VAT Manager
- International Tax Specialist
- Tax Director
- Head of Tax
- Tax Advisor / Senior Tax Advisor
- Tax Principal
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About Other IT/Computer Jobs in Gauteng
The IT and computer industry is one of the most dynamic and growing sectors in Gauteng, with a thriving job market that offers a wide range of opportunities for career advancement.
In terms of salary ranges, IT professionals in Gauteng can expect to earn anywhere from R800 000 per annum for junior positions to over R2 million for senior executives. The average salary for software engineers is around R1.5 million, while data analysts can earn between R900 000 and R1.2 million. With experience and skills, IT professionals in Gauteng can expect significant salary increases, with some roles offering bonuses and benefits that can increase their overall remuneration.
To succeed in the IT industry in Gauteng, candidates need to possess a range of key skills, including programming languages such as Java, Python, and C++, as well as experience with databases, cloud computing, and cybersecurity. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills are also essential for success in this field. Additionally, knowledge of ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library) and Agile methodologies can be highly valued by employers.
Several major companies and industries in Gauteng are currently hiring IT professionals, including technology firms such as Microsoft, IBM, and Oracle, as well as banks and financial institutions like Standard Bank and Nedbank. The finance industry is also a significant employer of IT staff, with roles ranging from software development to data analytics and cybersecurity.
Career growth opportunities are abundant in the IT industry in Gauteng, with many companies investing heavily in employee training and development programs. With experience and skills, IT professionals can move into senior leadership positions or start their own businesses, while also pursuing further education and certifications. The Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) is also a significant employer of IT staff, with roles ranging from software development to data analytics and cybersecurity.
Overall, the IT industry in Gauteng offers a wide range of exciting career opportunities for job seekers with the right skills and experience. With salaries that are competitive with those offered by major companies globally, there has never been a better time to pursue a career in this dynamic and rapidly evolving field.
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