Job Description

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An opportunity exists in the Tax Advisory Division of Mazars; an international professional services firm, based at Mazars House in Century City, Cape Town.

Purposes of the job:

To independently attend to and lead transfer pricing assignments, carry out research relating to a variety of tax and other related issues (covering the full spectrum of transfer pricing) and to compile appropriate reports/opinions/letters and other documents. To review reports/opinions/letters and documents prepared by other tax advisors/clients and to liaise with clients, their advisors and SARS where appropriate.

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Duties and Responsibilities

Research Drafting of comprehensive transfer pricing documentation including, conducting functional analysis interviews; attending to economic analysis and industry analysis Consulting and tax advice, including transfer pricing reviews and planning Tax administration and dispute resolution Budget management in respect of client engagements Manage risk management procedures Manage individual/business unit work performance Articles and other client communication material Training & development Assist with department budgets Recommend billing amounts and timings Role model the organisational culture and instil culture in others Mentoring and coaching Maintain client relationships Grow client portfolio Identify cross-selling opportunities
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Minimum Requirements

Accounting/Legal/Economics degree plus post graduate tax qualification Minimum of 1-2 years' specific tax consulting experience as a client- facing Tax Consultant in a professional services environment Minimum of 1-2 years' transfer pricing experience is essential Sound knowledge of OECD transfer pricing guidelines as well as South African transfer pricing regulations and guidance Excellent computer skills (MS Office package) Familiarity with relevant software to perform comparable searches Excellent writing and reporting skills Ability to analyse and interpret data and situations Ability to gather information and solve problems Ability to work independently and as part of the team Excellent relating and networking skills Ability to plan and organise activities * Ability to apply professional / specialist / technical expertise