Merebank: Excise Controller

Minimum Job Requirements: Degree in Accounting, Tax or Customs and Excise Law. Minimum 3 years experience within Logistics, Warehouse or Operations environment. Good knowledge of Customs & Excise and Road Traffic Act. Exports/International Trade knowledge and experience essential. Key Performance Areas: Report to the Packaging and Distribution Manager: Ensure compliance with all applicable Customs and Excise laws and regulations, particularly Excise Tax, Customs duties and Excise accounting. Monitor changes in Customs and Excise law and regulations and implement necessary adjustments to ensure compliance. Maintain all Customs and Excise licenses, registrations and Bonds. Ensure that monthly, quarterly or annual Customs and Excise reconciliations and declarations are performed and submitted to SARS. Ensure all required documentation and supporting records are maintained in line with Customs and Excise regulations. Manage Administrative staff responsible for Excise and Packaging & Distribution. Manage and co-ordinate all audits and queries by Customs and Excise. Identify and manage all excise risks. Perform audits on external third parties handling company cargo for compliance assurance. Continuously assess and enhance internal processes, systems and controls to ensure efficiency, accuracy and compliance to legislation. Conduct self-audits to ensure in-house compliance. Work with external Tax Consultants and Advisors as needed. Prepare monthly, quarterly Packaging & Distribution overhead reports for review by the P&D Manager. Promote and adhere to the company procedures, policies and guidelines, including, without limitation, those relating to SHERQ, Competition Law and Anti-Bribery and Corruption (ABC). Competencies: Ability to manage and supervise a team. Strong time management. Good verbal and written communication skills. Well-developed interpersonal skills. Proven problem-solving and analytical skills.