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At our AVI Limited, we believe in collaboration and innovation to drive exceptional results. Our Shared Services departments—spanning IT, Finance, HR, Logistics, Digital, Marketing, and Field Marketing — are essential to the growth of our industry-leading brands. We foster a high-performance culture where teamwork, accountability, and creative problem-solving are celebrated. 

Our AVI Finance Shared Services (FSS) Division is central to AVI’s financial health, operating as a dynamic hub of financial excellence. Under the FSS umbrella, we manage key functions such as Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, General Ledger, Management Accounting, Cashbook and Treasury, Business Analysis, Payroll, Master Data, Benefits, Financial Reporting, and Facilities Management.

Unlock Your Potential! We’re looking for a passionate Tax Manager to join our AVI Finance Shared Services (FSS) Division in Bryanston, Johannesburg. In this role, you will be responsible for assisting the Senior Finance Manager manage the tax reporting requirements, compliance and ad-hoc tax-related matters for the NBL Group entities:

• NBL, Snackworks, Entyce Beverages, CIRO, National Brands Distributors and AVI Community Trust
• International subsidiaries situated in Zambia, Botswana, Namibia.

The role supports the management of tax matters for the Group’s local and international entities, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance with applicable tax legislation.            

Reporting Structure:

• Reports to: Senior Finance Manager
• Direct Reports: 0 

Key Areas of Impact:

• Tax Compliance and Reporting
  • Preparation of corporate income tax and deferred tax computations including supporting schedules for interim and year-end reporting (4 local and 3 international entities).
  • Examine IT34 assessments for correctness.
  • Preparation of provisional tax calculations for local and international entities including eFiling submissions and payment arrangements (local entities and Namibia).
  • Compilation and submission of annual corporate income tax returns for NBL Group entities.
  • Arrange for payments of all direct and indirect taxes and follow up on outstanding refunds.
  • Coordination of annual tax clearance certificate applications with SARS and relevant foreign tax authorities.
• Group tax reporting
  • Preparation of AVI Group tax reporting deliverables for the NBL Group in accordance with Head Office deadlines.
  • Preparation of tax schedules and supporting documentation required for interim and year-end financial reporting.
  • Preparation of journals to account for taxes and full reconciliations.
• Revenue Authority Queries and Tax Audits
  • Monitor SARS eFiling and other tax authority correspondence for NBL Group entities.
  • Manage tax queries, verifications and audits from SARS and relevant African revenue authorities.
  • Liaise with revenue authorities and internal stakeholders to resolve tax matters, with oversight of Senior Finance Manager / Group Tax Manager.
• Process Improvement, efficiency, tax governance and relationships
  • Maintain and continuously improve tax templates, working papers and standard operating procedures.
  • Liaise with AVI Group Tax and internal stakeholders to ensure alignment with Group policies and tax governance requirements.
  • Maintain and build relationships with internal and external stakeholders (SARS).
• Regulatory and Indirect Taxes
  • Preparation of monthly VAT calculations including turnover reconciliations (local entities and Namibia).
  • Preparation and submission of semi-annual withholding tax (WHT) returns and calculations.
  • Preparation and maintenance of monthly carbon tax calculations and coordination of the annual carbon tax return submission.
  • Liaise with the Exports Controller to obtain supporting documentation for bi-monthly sugar/diesel rebate submissions and prepare schedules for review by the Finance Executive.
• Tax Advisory, business support and knowledge updates.
  • Provide tax guidance and support to finance teams and business units across the NBL Group.
  • Provide tax training to relevant areas of the business where required, with oversight of AVI Group Tax.
  • Provide tax support on ad-hoc projects and operational matters affecting the NBL Group (with oversight of AVI Group Tax)
  • Support the maintenance and updating of transfer pricing documentation for international subsidiaries.
  • Assist with tax projects.
  • Keep up-to-date with tax changes and industry trends by participating in educational opportunities, participating in professional organizations, keeping up with professional networks and reading professional publications.
  • Find tax solutions to complicated tax issues or errors from incorrect tax filings.
  • Identify legal tax savings and recommend ways to improve profits.
  • Advise management about the impact of tax liabilities and corporate strategies or new tax laws.

What It Takes to Succeed:

Experience that set you up for success:                       

• 5 - 10 years relevant experience in Tax
• International tax experience

Qualifications & Certifications that will contribute to your success:

• Bcom Degree in Accounting or Taxation
• Bcom Honours in Taxation advantegeous
• SAIT Accredited

 Additional Requirements that will enhance your impact for success:

• SAP Advantageous
• International tax experience
• Advanced Excel
• Income Tax Act
• VAT Act
• Customs Act

Take the Next Step with Us

At the heart of our AVI Shared Services Divisions is a commitment to excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to work with talented professionals across multiple disciplines, allowing you to grow professionally. If you are passionate about making an impact, solving complex problems, and collaborating with others to drive excellence, this is the place for you.