Job Description

We are seeking a hands-on and strategic Senior Operations Manager to oversee and drive the operational performance of our Tax Administration team, with a particular focus on Capital Gains Tax. This individual will be responsible for leading a team of highly skilled Tax Analysts, managing service delivery, driving process improvements, and supporting regulatory compliance efforts.
The role is ideal for a qualified CA(SA) or finance professional with experience managing tax or audit teams, and a strong appreciation for operational excellence in a regulated environment.
Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Taxation, or related.
• CA(SA) or equivalent professional designation highly preferred.

• 8-10+ years' experience in financial services, with at least 5 years in a senior operations or tax/audit team management role.
• Proven experience working in or managing a tax or audit function (Capital Gains Tax exposure preferred).
• Familiarity with South African tax laws, especially CGT, is highly advantageous.

• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Detail-oriented with a deep understanding of process controls.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-accountability environment.
• Comfortable working with data and tax technology platforms.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not hear from us after 30 days you may consider your application unsuccessful
• In keeping with our client's employment equity requirements, only South African citizens will be considered.
• Please include your current salary and salary expectations.