Group Head of Corporate Reporting and Tax (Permane

We are looking for a Group Head of Corporate Reporting and Tax for our client in Pretoria.

Core Description

The Head of Corporate Reporting and Tax will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of financial reporting and tax compliance within the organisation. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong leadership skills to ensure the company's financial integrity and compliance with local and international tax regulations.

Job Responsibilities

1. Financial Reporting:

• Lead the preparation and presentation of accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with IFRS and local GAAP.
• Ensure compliance with all statutory reporting requirements.
• Develop and implement robust financial reporting processes and controls.
• Collaborate with internal and external auditors to facilitate audits and ensure the integrity of financial data.
• Oversee the end-to-end reporting calendar and coordination with internal teams, auditors, and external stakeholders.
• Support investor relations and board reporting through relevant and timely corporate disclosures.

1. Tax Strategy and Compliance:

• Develop and implement the company's tax strategy, ensuring compliance with local and international tax laws.
• Manage tax planning and reporting activities to optimise tax efficiency.
• Oversee the preparation and submission of all tax returns and related documentation.
• Liaise with tax authorities and external advisors to address tax-related issues and opportunities.

1. Leadership and Management:

• Lead and mentor a team of finance professionals, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.
• Collaborate with senior management to align financial and tax strategies with business objectives.
• Provide strategic insights and recommendations to the executive team based on financial analysis and tax implications.

1. ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance):

• Drive the development and execution of the Group's ESG reporting strategy in line with global frameworks (e.g., GRI, TCFD, ISSB, SASB, UN SDGs).
• Oversee ESG data collection, assurance, and reporting processes across business units.
• Collaborate with sustainability, risk, and operations teams to embed ESG into the Group's strategy and reporting.
• Manage the ESG reporting requirements of investors, regulators, and ratings agencies.

1. Mergers and Acquisitions

• Build and maintain complex financial models to support investment decisions, scenario planning, and valuations.
• Oversee valuations of subsidiaries, assets, and investment projects.
• Support asset impairment testing and fair value assessments.
• Contribute to long-term financial planning and strategy development.<
  
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