Job Description

Malander is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Tax Accountant to join a dynamic finance team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing tax compliance, ensuring accurate tax filings, and providing tax planning advice to optimize the company's financial strategy. This role requires a strong understanding of local and international tax laws, tax accounting, and reporting standards.Key Responsibilities:Tax Strategy, Planning and Projects

• Provide expert guidance on the tax implications of business decisions and transactions.
• Support the Group's ad hoc tax planning projects, ensuring compliance with relevant tax regulations.

Tax Accounting and Reporting

• Calculate and provide tax provisions and disclosures for financial statements.
• Assist in Group reporting, including consolidated financial statements.
• Collaborate with local auditors and external service providers on tax accounting calculations and reporting.
• Conduct VAT and other tax reconciliations, advising on necessary adjustments and financial impact.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and tax regulations across the business.

Tax Compliance and Filing

• Maintain a comprehensive understanding of local and international tax laws and regulations.
• Accurately prepare and file all required tax returns in a timely manner.
• Review and oversee tax provision processes and ensure the efficiency of tax compliance functions.
• Manage and maintain tax balances on the general ledger.
• Assist in preparing transfer pricing master and local files, ensuring proper documentation.

Tax Audits and Stakeholder Engagement

• Coordinate and manage tax audits, including liaising with tax authorities and responding to information requests.
• Prepare supporting documentation and schedules for tax audits.
• Ensure effective communication with internal and external stakeholders to resolve tax-related matters.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Postgraduate Honours Degree or Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting.
• Retail industry experience is essential.
• Chartered Accountant (CA) or SAIPA registration (preferred).
• Minimum 3 years experience in a tax role (preferred).
• Experience in a multinational organization, accounting firm, or financial institution (preferred).
• Proven experience in managing tax projects, tax audits, and providing tax advisory services.
• Registered tax practitioner or professional tax certification (advantageous).
• Strong numerical, analytical, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with Oracle Financials is preferable.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

Competencies and Skills:

• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Self-starter who is self-motivated and capable of working independently.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organised, focused, and goal-oriented.