Johannesburg: Tax Planning and Compliance Analyst

Position Summary: The Tax Planning and Compliance Analyst is responsible for ensuring full compliance with local tax regulations while aligning with global tax governance, policies, and strategic objectives This role manages all local tax obligations, including statutory filings, tax incentives, transfer pricing documentation, tax planning, and corporate reorganizations, and collaborates closely with the headquarters International Tax management/team, being part of permanent communication and training The position serves as the key tax contact within the country and contributes to global consistency and planning while contributing with mitigation of risk Minimum Requirements: BCom in Accounting / Taxation / Legal / Finance or Economics (or equivalent) Postgraduate qualification in Tax (advantageous) Professional Certification preferred (CPA) 3 years experience in local Tac Accounting Compliance and reporting role preferably within a manufacturing or industrial environment Knowledge of transfer pricing, tax incentives, tax planning and corporate reorganizations Strong knowledge of South African Tax Legislation Experience dealing directly with SARS Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills Proficiency in using tax technology and data reporting tools is a plus Report direct to Local Finance/ Controlling Manager and Country CFO Report indirect to Head Office / Global Controls and International Tax Manager as well as the Controlling Director Responsibilities: Local Compliance & Reporting Ensure timely and accurate filing of all local tax returns and statutory reports (corporate income tax, VAT/GST, withholding taxes, etc.) Maintain compliance with local tax laws and regulations, including monitoring legislative changes Global Alignment Implement global tax policies and procedures at the local level Provide data and documentation required for global tax reporting, transfer pricing, and incentives management Support global tax audits and reviews as needed Learning and updating process interfacing local application with global practice upon OECD guidelines and IFRS perspective Transfer Pricing Prepare and maintain local transfer pricing documentation in compliance with OECD and local regulations Coordinate with headquarters on intercompany transactions and pricing policies Tax Incentives Identify and manage local tax incentives and credits, ensuring alignment with global strategy Communicate opportunities and risks to Headquarters Tax Planning & Reorganization Support local and global tax planning initiatives to optimize tax efficiency and mitigate risks Assist in structuring and implementing corporate reorganizations, mergers, and acquisitions in compliance with local and global requirements Provide input on business transactions to ensure tax implications are properly addressed Collaboration & Reporting Report directly to the local Finance Manager (or equivalent) for country-specific matters Maintain an indirect reporting relationship with the Headquarters Controls and International Tax Manager and being part of global tax team for governance, strategy, and escalation Participate in global tax meetings, training and initiatives TO APPLY: Only if you meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV. Please Apply Online and complete your registration via our website to enable and protect you as a candidate and to accept the new POPIA terms and conditions. This will then create your permanent profile with which you can apply for all jobs as advertised by AJ PERSONNEL. However, you may remove your profile from AJ PERSONNEL when you are no longer in the job market. Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the minimum requirements will not be considered for the respective position. Note our clients may expire jobs at their own discretion. AJ PERSONNEL will only respond to shortlisted candidates. If you have not received a response within two (2) weeks from applying, your application was then unsuccessful for that specific position, however your profile remains on our system for future opportunities.