Job Description
About the Role
The Group Tax Manager – Africa role is a critical position that requires a strong technical knowledge of direct and indirect taxes, multi-jurisdictional African tax experience, and excellent stakeholder management skills. The successful candidate will lead the development and implementation of a robust Group tax governance framework across African operations, ensuring full compliance with all applicable tax legislation.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and maintain a robust Group tax governance framework across African operations
- Ensure full compliance with all applicable tax legislation across jurisdictions, including Corporate Income Tax, VAT, Withholding Taxes, Payroll-related taxes, Customs & duties (where applicable), Transfer pricing
- Oversee preparation, review, and submission of all tax returns across the Group
- Monitor legislative changes and assess their impact on Group operations
- Ensure strong internal controls over tax processes and reporting
- Lead preparation and review of Current and deferred tax calculations, Annual and interim tax provisions, Effective Tax Rate (ETR) analyses, Tax disclosures within statutory financial statements
- Partner with Group Finance on consolidated and Board reporting
- Provide audit support and manage relationships with external auditors
- Manage tax audits, disputes, and assessments with tax authorities across Africa
- Proactively identify tax risks and implement mitigation strategies
- Conduct periodic tax health checks across Group entities
- Provide tax advisory support on new market entry and expansion across Africa, Group restructures and reorganisations, Cross-border transactions, review and advise on transaction documentation including SPAs, funding structures, and valuation reports
- Support effective tax planning aligned with commercial and regulatory requirements
Requirements
- Strong technical knowledge of direct and indirect taxes
- Multi-jurisdictional African tax experience
- Tax accounting and reporting expertise
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
- Strategic thinker with strong commercial acumen
- Ability to operate independently in a complex, fast-paced environment
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Required)
- Postgraduate qualification or professional accreditation (CA(SA), CTA, or similar – Advantageous)
Salary & Benefits
Salary details not specified.
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About Sales/Marketing Management Jobs in Gauteng
In Gauteng, South Africa, the sales and marketing management field is an integral part of various industries, with a strong demand for professionals who can drive business growth and develop effective marketing strategies. Typically, roles in this field require a combination of business acumen, creative problem-solving, and technical skills to analyze market trends and customer needs. Generally, organisations in Gauteng across different sectors are looking for talented individuals to fill sales and marketing management positions.
When it comes to salary expectations, typical ranges vary widely depending on factors such as experience, company size, industry sector, and specific job requirements. Broadly speaking, entry-level sales and marketing management roles can typically be expected to earn between R400 000 and R600 000 per annum, while senior or executive positions in this field can command salaries ranging from R1 million to R2.5 million per annum, but these figures are highly dependent on individual circumstances.
Common skills required for a successful sales and marketing management career include excellent communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to think strategically and analytically, and proficiency in digital marketing tools such as social media, email marketing, and data analysis software. Additionally, a strong understanding of market research, customer needs, and industry trends is essential. Other important skills include leadership and team management abilities, and adaptability to rapidly changing market conditions.
Sales and marketing management roles can be found in various industries, including financial services sector, technology industry, manufacturing sector, and retail sector, among others. These roles often require working closely with cross-functional teams to develop and implement business growth strategies, manage sales teams, and analyse market data to inform marketing decisions.
Career progression opportunities for sales and marketing management professionals are excellent, with many rising through the ranks to leadership positions or transitioning into related fields such as product management, innovation management, or entrepreneurship. Typically, experienced sales and marketing managers can expect career development opportunities within their current organisation, or may choose to pursue external roles that leverage their skills in a new context.
This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.
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