Tax Advisor

What will you do?

The Tax Advisor will be responsible for tax technical support in relation to South African tax and international tax topics. Based within the central finance function, the role will require regular engagement and good working relationships with other central teams (e.g. Legal & M&A, IT, Distribution & HC) as well as the local finance teams and local tax advisors of the group’s African based operating entities. The successful candidate will report to the Head of Tax for the SanlamAllianz Group. 

What will make you successful in this role?

Responsibilities will include, amongst others, the following: 

• Advise on the South African and international tax considerations of cross border business restructurings and reorganisations to optimise group efficiency while mitigating risks. 
• Advise on the South African and international tax considerations, structuring and implementation of merger and acquisition transactions, including a review of due diligence findings and transaction agreements 
• Advise on all international tax related matters (including transfer pricing and Pillar 2 / Global Minimum Tax) in relation to cross-border transactions, services and products. 
• Tax disputes: 
  • Evaluate queries from tax authorities and assist with drafting and review of correspondence with tax authorities across Africa. 
  • Oversee and manage dispute proceedings with tax authorities in conjunction with local business and local advisors and manage engagement with internal stakeholders. 
  • Collaborate on developing effective strategies to defend group tax positions successfully. 
• Assist with the implementation and documentation of transfer pricing policies throughout the group to ensure compliance with local regulations, in conjunction with local advisors. 
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of evolving tax legislation across multiple African markets to proactively identify risks and opportunities for the group. 

Qualification and Experience

• CA(SA) and/or relevant South African degree / diploma with Taxation as core module (Masters in Tax will be advantageous).
• At least five years’ relevant experience in taxation.  
• Proven experience working across multiple tax jurisdictions is highly desirable for navigating complex regulatory environments. 
• Familiarity with all major types of taxation including corporate tax, international tax, Pillar 2, transfer pricing, VAT, withholding taxes, and employment taxes is essential. 
• Financial services industry experience and experience in dealing with tax authorities in African countries (including SARS) will be advantageous. 

Knowledge and Skills

• People skills and ability to collaborate cross border within a broader diverse team  
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to convey tax technical topics in a clear and understandable manner 
• Strong multi-tasking skills  
• Attention to detail 

Personal Attributes

• Collaboration: Unlocking our Winning As One spirit by focusing on a better outcome for all, achieved through partnership and an open-minded approach to everything. 
• Care: Serving with empathy and consideration, knowing that everything we do leave a lasting impact and legacy. 
• Innovation: Always striving for continuous improvement in order to create value for our stakeholders, our society and our world. 
• Integrity: Unwavering in our pursuit to do the right thing, resolute in our commitment to what's good for all our stakeholders. 

Core Competencies

Turnaround time

The shortlisting process will only start once the application due date has been reached. The time taken to complete this process will depend on how far you progress and the availability of managers. 

Build a successful career with us

We’re all about building strong, lasting relationships with our employees. We know that you have hopes for your future – your career, your personal development and of achieving great things. We pride ourselves in helping  our employees to realise their worth. Through its five business clusters – Sanlam Fintech, Sanlam Life and Savings, Sanlam Investment Group, Sanlam Allianz, Santam, as well as MiWay and the Group Office – the group provides many opportunities for growth and development.

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