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In EY Tax, you’ll have the opportunity to help the world’s leading multinational organizations solve complex tax issues. You’ll get a unique glimpse deep inside a company’s business and become a trusted advisor, working collaboratively on a team that influences major business decisions. Demand has made this a rapidly growing area, and the relationships we build here translate into big business in other areas, making this a true priority.

The opportunity

As a Business Tax Services Manager, you will be a part of our Business Tax Services (BTS) practice. You will be a part of a practice which provides a wide range of tax services for many of the world's largest multinational companies. You will be able to help these corporations identify and solve complex domestic corporate tax issues.

Our business tax services help clients unlock value, either by increasing value or preserving cash. This is achieved through our various competencies that focus on tax planning, cash tax savings, EY private that focuses on wealth preservation and creation and controversy. Our tagline as a team is “Innovate. Create. Value.” which speaks to the ethos of our people and the value creation for our clients. Be part of this dynamic team that works closely with clients to unlock value for all stakeholders through our focused tax agenda.

Your key responsibilities

As a Manager, you will participate in and help supervise multiple and challenging tax engagements and to deliver innovative tax planning ideas and solutions for our diverse clients.

Skills and attributes for success

• Provide timely and high-quality services and work products that exceed client expectations.
• Coaching and mentoring more junior staff to execute assignments with accuracy and completeness
• Enhance technical skills by remaining up to date on trends, new legislative developments and tax authority decisions, and apply them to complex situations relevant to the client
• Identify opportunities for providing tax planning and other special services
• Demonstrate professionalism through a positive and cooperative attitude and by maintaining the confidential and proprietary nature of client relationships and related work products
• Thoroughly and accurately analyze information.
• Participate in and contribute to achieving team goals.
• Identify and sell opportunities for tax planning and other special services.

To qualify for the role you must have

• A BCom Honours degree but preferably a BCom Honours degree in accounting/accounting sciences, with a completed or in progress higher diploma / master’s degree in taxation favourable, plus a minimum of5 years South African Corporate tax experience
• Big 4 firm experience preferable
• Excellent supervisory, analytical, and leadership ability
• A commitment to learning in a tax technology environment
• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Ability to work with tight deadlines
• Process oriented with excellent documentation skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
• Mature, proactive, committed, highly motivated and driven team player

What we look for

We’re interested in strong team players who support their colleagues in reaching their goals while also considering their own workload and development and are keen to build a fulfilling career. We’re looking for people with a genuine passion for tax, and the future of tax, and are inspired to help the world’s leading multinational organizations solve complex tax issues. If you have the confidence to speak up and influence a team that affects big businesses worldwide, this role is for you.

What we offer

At EY, our Total Rewards package supports our commitment to creating a leading people culture -built on high-performance teaming- where everyone can achieve their potential and contribute to building a better working world for our people, our clients and our communities. It's one of the many reasons we repeatedly win awards for being a great place to work.

We offeracompetitivecompensationpackage where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package allows you to decide which benefits are right for you and which ones help you create a solid foundation for your future. Our Total Rewards packageincludes a comprehensive medical plan, a defined contribution plan, statutory holidays, vacation days and paid personal days. In addition, a range of exciting programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well-being. Plus, we offer:

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues in the industry
• Learning opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you

If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

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At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

In EY Tax, you’ll have the opportunity to help the world’s leading multinational organizations solve complex tax issues. You’ll get a unique glimpse deep inside a company’s business and become a trusted advisor, working collaboratively on a team that influences major business decisions. Demand has made this a rapidly growing area, and the relationships we build here translate into big business in other areas, making this a true priority.

The opportunity

As a Business Tax Services Manager, you will be a part of our Business Tax Services (BTS) practice. You will be a part of a practice which provides a wide range of tax services for many of the world's largest multinational companies. You will be able to help these corporations identify and solve complex domestic corporate tax issues.

Our business tax services help clients unlock value, either by increasing value or preserving cash. This is achieved through our various competencies that focus on tax planning, cash tax savings, EY private that focuses on wealth preservation and creation and controversy. Our tagline as a team is “Innovate. Create. Value.” which speaks to the ethos of our people and the value creation for our clients. Be part of this dynamic team that works closely with clients to unlock value for all stakeholders through our focused tax agenda.

Your Key Responsibilities

As a Manager, you will participate in and help supervise multiple and challenging tax engagements and to deliver innovative tax planning ideas and solutions for our diverse clients.

Skills And Attributes For Success

• Provide timely and high-quality services and work products that exceed client expectations.
• Coaching and mentoring more junior staff to execute assignments with accuracy and completeness
• Enhance technical skills by remaining up to date on trends, new legislative developments and tax authority decisions, and apply them to complex situations relevant to the client
• Identify opportunities for providing tax planning and other special services
• Demonstrate professionalism through a positive and cooperative attitude and by maintaining the confidential and proprietary nature of client relationships and related work products
• Thoroughly and accurately analyze information.
• Participate in and contribute to achieving team goals.
• Identify and sell opportunities for tax planning and other special services.
  
  

• A BCom Honours degree but preferably a BCom Honours degree in accounting/accounting sciences, with a completed or in progress higher diploma / master’s degree in taxation favourable, plus a minimum of 5 years South African Corporate tax experience
• Big 4 firm experience preferable
• Excellent supervisory, analytical, and leadership ability
• A commitment to learning in a tax technology environment
• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Ability to work with tight deadlines
• Process oriented with excellent documentation skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
• Mature, proactive, committed, highly motivated and driven team player
  
  

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues in the industry
• Learning opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you
  
  

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Accounting/Auditing and Finance
• Industries Professional Services

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At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

In EY Tax, you’ll have the opportunity to help the world’s leading multinational organizations solve complex tax issues. You’ll get a unique glimpse deep inside a company’s business and become a trusted advisor, working collaboratively on a team that influences major business decisions. Demand has made this a rapidly growing area, and the relationships we build here translate into big business in other areas, making this a true priority.

The opportunity

As a Business Tax Services Manager, you will be a part of our Business Tax Services (BTS) practice. You will be a part of a practice which provides a wide range of tax services for many of the world's largest multinational companies. You will be able to help these corporations identify and solve complex domestic corporate tax issues.

Our business tax services help clients unlock value, either by increasing value or preserving cash. This is achieved through our various competencies that focus on tax planning, cash tax savings, EY private that focuses on wealth preservation and creation and controversy. Our tagline as a team is “Innovate. Create. Value.” which speaks to the ethos of our people and the value creation for our clients. Be part of this dynamic team that works closely with clients to unlock value for all stakeholders through our focused tax agenda.

Your key responsibilities

As a Manager, you will participate in and help supervise multiple and challenging tax engagements and to deliver innovative tax planning ideas and solutions for our diverse clients.

Skills and attributes for success

• Provide timely and high-quality services and work products that exceed client expectations.
• Coaching and mentoring more junior staff to execute assignments with accuracy and completeness
• Enhance technical skills by remaining up to date on trends, new legislative developments and tax authority decisions, and apply them to complex situations relevant to the client
• Identify opportunities for providing tax planning and other special services
• Demonstrate professionalism through a positive and cooperative attitude and by maintaining the confidential and proprietary nature of client relationships and related work products
• Thoroughly and accurately analyze information.
• Participate in and contribute to achieving team goals.
• Identify and sell opportunities for tax planning and other special services.

To qualify for the role you must have

• A BCom Honours degree but preferably a BCom Honours degree in accounting/accounting sciences, with a completed or in progress higher diploma / master’s degree in taxation favourable, plus a minimum of5 years South African Corporate tax experience
• Big 4 firm experience preferable
• Excellent supervisory, analytical, and leadership ability
• A commitment to learning in a tax technology environment
• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Ability to work with tight deadlines
• Process oriented with excellent documentation skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
• Mature, proactive, committed, highly motivated and driven team player

What we look for

We’re interested in strong team players who support their colleagues in reaching their goals while also considering their own workload and development and are keen to build a fulfilling career. We’re looking for people with a genuine passion for tax, and the future of tax, and are inspired to help the world’s leading multinational organizations solve complex tax issues. If you have the confidence to speak up and influence a team that affects big businesses worldwide, this role is for you.

What we offer

At EY, our Total Rewards package supports our commitment to creating a leading people culture -built on high-performance teaming- where everyone can achieve their potential and contribute to building a better working world for our people, our clients and our communities. It's one of the many reasons we repeatedly win awards for being a great place to work.

We offeracompetitivecompensationpackage where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package allows you to decide which benefits are right for you and which ones help you create a solid foundation for your future. Our Total Rewards packageincludes a comprehensive medical plan, a defined contribution plan, statutory holidays, vacation days and paid personal days. In addition, a range of exciting programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well-being. Plus, we offer:

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues in the industry
• Learning opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you

If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

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Responsible for overseeing all tax-related matters for the operational entities in South Africa, Angola, Mozambique, and Zambia. This role consolidates responsibility for indirect tax (VAT), direct corporate tax, transfer pricing, and withholding tax compliance, reporting, and advisory support across the region. Act as a central point of tax expertise within the Shared Service Centre and liaise with local finance teams, external advisors, tax authorities to ensure full compliance and to support strategic tax planning.

Key Responsibilities

Direct Tax (including CIT, WHT, Transfer Pricing and ad hoc requests).

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of local tax laws and changes across the region and assess their impact on the business;
• Implementation and monitoring of internal controls related to the direct tax treatment of transactions;
• Ensure accurate and timely preparation of monthly, annual and provisional tax calculations (including deferred tax);
• Liaise with finance departments to ensure accurate recording and reporting of tax journals based on the tax calculations performed;
• Handle all matters related to Withholding Tax compliance and advise on treaty applications and interpretations;
• Monitor and manage the preparation of annual Transfer Pricing local files in support to the Group Tax Transfer Pricing team;
• Ensure accurate and timely filing of Corporate Income Tax, Provisional Tax, Withholding Tax and other relevant returns;
• Lead tax audits and correspondence with tax authorities, ensuring appropriate risk management and resolution strategies;
• Coordinating and responding to direct tax audit requests (both internal and external audits);
• Manage relationships with external tax advisors and coordinate local tax filings and requirements as needed;
• Identify training opportunities for Shared Services’ staff and ERP systems configuration changes necessary to increase the accuracy and completeness of the direct tax returns.

Indirect Tax (VAT)

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of local VAT laws and changes across the region and assess their impact on the business;
• Implementation and monitoring of internal controls related to the VAT treatment of transactions;
• Ensure accurate and timely preparation of the monthly VAT control account reconciliations including liaising with the finance departments to ensure processing of required journal entries;
• Ensure accurate and timely preparation of monthly VAT calculations and filing of the VAT returns, including supplementary returns (such as SAFT) where required;
• Lead VAT audits and correspondence with tax authorities, ensuring appropriate risk management and resolution strategies;
• Coordinating and responding to VAT audit requests (both internal and external audits);
• Identify training opportunities for Shared Services’ staff and ERP systems configuration changes necessary to increase the accuracy and completeness of the VAT calculations and returns.

Requirements

• Minimum qualification : Bachelor's degree in Tax, Accounting, or related field. (it will be advantageous to have a Professional Certification (CA(SA), HDIP Tax, MCom in Tax)
• Advanced skills on MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook
• Minimum 7 years’ experience in tax roles, ideally within a multinational or shared service environment.
• Strong knowledge of VAT, Corporate Income Tax, Transfer Pricing, and Withholding Taxes.
• Knowledge of internal controls, process and procedures required.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven ability to manage cross-border tax issues and work with diverse teams and stakeholders. Ability to establish and maintain strong relationships
• Realization, value creation, ROI and the achievement of results and outcomes
• Experienced in business development and process optimization with Finance / Tax Function
• Forward-looking with a holistic approach to operations and finance / taxation
• Organized with a natural inclination for planning strategy and tactics
• Able to work effectively at all levels in an organization
• Acute business acumen and understanding of organizational issues and challenges

Added advantages

• SARS EFiling knowledge & experience
• SAP S4 Hana
• CA(SA), BCom Taxation, Accounting and Masters or Post Graduate qualification in taxation or equivalent.
• Experience in African jurisdictions, especially South Africa, Angola, Mozambique, and Zambia, is highly advantageous.
• Proficiency in Portuguese (written and spoken).
• Experience in Finance Project Management

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SUMMARY:

Are you a tax wizard with a sharp mind for strategy and a passion for compliance? Ready to swap routine for a high-impact role in a fast-paced Retail giant? Then this one’s for you! We're looking for a Tax Manager who's not afraid to take charge, roll up their sleeves, and bring tax efficiency to the next level.

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NFR006489/IZ

Date posted:

Tuesday, May 13, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

Annually

SUMMARY:

Are you a tax wizard with a sharp mind for strategy and a passion for compliance? Ready to swap routine for a high-impact role in a fast-paced Retail giant? Then this one’s for you! We're looking for a Tax Manager who's not afraid to take charge, roll up their sleeves, and bring tax efficiency to the next level.

POSITION INFO:

Why You’ll Love This Role:

Join a market-leading group known for innovation and impact. As part of their elite finance team, you’ll take ownership of group-wide tax operations, influence decision-making at the highest level, and navigate the complex world of multi-jurisdiction tax with confidence.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Taking the reins on all things tax: Compliance, reporting, and advisory—you name it.
• Preparing and reviewing tax returns, provisional tax estimates, and CFC calculations like a pro.
• Leading the charge during year-end and quarterly tax reporting, including deferred tax.
• Staying ahead of legislative changes and keeping internal teams in the know.
• Being the point-person for tax audits, managing risks, and maintaining solid relationships with authorities and advisors.
  
  

• Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce or Accounting
• Master’s in Taxation (a must)
• CA(SA)? Even better
• 3- 5 years’ experience as a tax professional
• Experience working in a large/multinational group or JSE listed environment—non-negotiable
• Deep understanding of tax strategy, compliance, and reporting
  
  

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Accounting/Auditing and Finance
• Industries Advertising Services

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Isisekelo Recruitment is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Tax Manager to join their client's team in Edenvale. As a Tax Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing all tax processes and procedures for our clients. You will work closely with clients to ensure compliance with tax laws and regulations while maximizing tax savings. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, extensive knowledge of tax laws, and excellent communication and leadership abilities.

1. Oversee all aspects of tax compliance for clients, including monitoring tax filing deadlines, preparing and reviewing tax returns, and responding to tax audits.
2. Provide expert advice and guidance to clients on tax planning strategies and opportunities.
3. Review and analyze tax implications of business decisions and make recommendations to minimize tax liabilities.
4. Develop and maintain a strong understanding of current tax laws and regulations affecting clients.
5. Identify and implement process improvements to streamline tax processes and increase efficiency.
6. Manage a team of tax specialists and provide leadership, guidance, and training as needed.
7. Build and maintain relationships with clients, providing exceptional customer service and ensuring their needs are met.
8. Coordinate with external entities such as tax authorities and auditors as needed.
9. Monitor and ensure timely payment of taxes, including estimated payments and payroll taxes.
10. Conduct research and analysis on complex tax issues and communicate findings and recommendations to clients.
11. Stay up-to-date on industry trends and changes in tax laws and regulations to ensure clients are informed and compliant.

• At least 8 years of experience in a tax department or similar (preferably in small to medium-sized firms).
• At least 8 years of experience with Taxware and SARS e-filing.
• Experience in managing and supervising tax staff.
• Experience reporting directly to partners and dealing directly with clients.
• Ability to assess and improve efficiencies, internal control systems, and tax policies within the department.
• Experience dealing with diverse tax clients (individuals, companies, trusts).
• Extensive income tax and provisional tax experience.
• Experience in handling tax objections and disputes.
• Preferably, able to become SAIT registered or already registered.

Join our team as a Tax Manager and make a meaningful impact on our clients' businesses. Apply now and take the next step in your career.

Required Experience: Manager

Tax Experience, Accounting Software, GAAP, QuickBooks, Accounting, Sage, Account Reconciliation, Analysis Skills, Research Experience, SOX, Microsoft Excel, Financial Analysis

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: Years

Vacancy: 1

Monthly Salary: 35,000 - 45,000 ZAR

Our client, a prestigious and innovative firm known for delivering exceptional financial and tax services, is seeking an experienced Personal Tax Manager to join their expert team.About the Role : As a Personal Tax Manager, you will play a crucial role in managing a diverse portfolio of clients, ranging from high-net-worth individuals to business owners and executives.

You will be responsible for providing comprehensive tax advice, ensuring compliance, and optimising tax efficiency for clients.

This role offers a unique opportunity to work closely with senior partners, providing strategic input and driving growth within the tax department.Key Responsibilities : Manage and oversee a varied portfolio of personal tax clients.Provide expert tax planning and advisory services to clients, tailored to their individual needs.Prepare and review personal tax returns, ensuring compliance with current tax legislation.Identify opportunities for tax efficiencies and provide proactive advice.Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as the primary point of contact.Keep up-to-date with the latest tax regulations and industry trends.Assist in the development and mentoring of junior staff members.About You : ACA / ACCA / CTA / ATT (OR QBE) with a strong background in personal tax.Proven experience managing a portfolio of personal tax clients.In-depth knowledge of current UK tax legislation.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong client relationships.A proactive approach, with the ability to identify opportunities and deliver results.Strong leadership skills, with experience in mentoring and developing junior team members.What's on Offer : Competitive salary with an attractive benefits package.A supportive and collaborative work environment.Opportunities for professional development and career progression.Flexible working arrangements and a focus on work-life balance.If you're a driven and ambitious tax professional looking to make a significant impact within a forward-thinking accountancy practice, we'd love to hear from you.

Location: Kempton Park
Time Type: Full Time

Responsible for overseeing all tax-related matters for the operational entities in South Africa, Angola, Mozambique, and Zambia. This role consolidates responsibility for indirect tax (VAT), direct corporate tax, transfer pricing, and withholding tax compliance, reporting, and advisory support across the region. Act as a central point of tax expertise within the Shared Service Centre and liaise with local finance teams, external advisors, tax authorities to ensure full compliance and to support strategic tax planning.

Key Responsibilities

Direct Tax (including CIT, WHT, Transfer Pricing and ad hoc requests).

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of local tax laws and changes across the region and assess their impact on the business;
• Implementation and monitoring of internal controls related to the direct tax treatment of transactions;
• Ensure accurate and timely preparation of monthly, annual and provisional tax calculations (including deferred tax);
• Liaise with finance departments to ensure accurate recording and reporting of tax journals based on the tax calculations performed;
• Handle all matters related to Withholding Tax compliance and advise on treaty applications and interpretations;
• Monitor and manage the preparation of annual Transfer Pricing local files in support to the Group Tax Transfer Pricing team;
• Ensure accurate and timely filing of Corporate Income Tax, Provisional Tax, Withholding Tax and other relevant returns;
• Lead tax audits and correspondence with tax authorities, ensuring appropriate risk management and resolution strategies;
• Coordinating and responding to direct tax audit requests (both internal and external audits);
• Manage relationships with external tax advisors and coordinate local tax filings and requirements as needed;
• Identify training opportunities for Shared Services’ staff and ERP systems configuration changes necessary to increase the accuracy and completeness of the direct tax returns.

Indirect Tax (VAT)

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of local VAT laws and changes across the region and assess their impact on the business;
• Implementation and monitoring of internal controls related to the VAT treatment of transactions;
• Ensure accurate and timely preparation of the monthly VAT control account reconciliations including liaising with the finance departments to ensure processing of required journal entries;
• Ensure accurate and timely preparation of monthly VAT calculations and filing of the VAT returns, including supplementary returns (such as SAFT) where required;
• Lead VAT audits and correspondence with tax authorities, ensuring appropriate risk management and resolution strategies;
• Coordinating and responding to VAT audit requests (both internal and external audits);
• Identify training opportunities for Shared Services’ staff and ERP systems configuration changes necessary to increase the accuracy and completeness of the VAT calculations and returns.

Requirements

• Minimum qualification : Bachelor's degree in Tax, Accounting, or related field. (it will be advantageous to have a Professional Certification (CA(SA), HDIP Tax, MCom in Tax)
• Advanced skills on MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook
• Minimum 7 years’ experience in tax roles, ideally within a multinational or shared service environment.
• Strong knowledge of VAT, Corporate Income Tax, Transfer Pricing, and Withholding Taxes.
• Knowledge of internal controls, process and procedures required.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven ability to manage cross-border tax issues and work with diverse teams and stakeholders. Ability to establish and maintain strong relationships
• Realization, value creation, ROI and the achievement of results and outcomes
• Experienced in business development and process optimization with Finance/Tax Function
• Forward-looking with a holistic approach to operations and finance/taxation
• Organized with a natural inclination for planning strategy and tactics
• Able to work effectively at all levels in an organization
• Acute business acumen and understanding of organizational issues and challenges

Added advantages

• SARS EFiling knowledge & experience
• SAP S4 Hana
• CA(SA), BCom Taxation, Accounting and Masters or Post Graduate qualification in taxation or equivalent.
• Experience in African jurisdictions, especially South Africa, Angola, Mozambique, and Zambia, is highly advantageous.
• Proficiency in Portuguese (written and spoken).
• Experience in Finance Project Management
  

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• Tax Compliance and Reporting
• Tax Strategy and Planning
• Advisory and Business Support
• Audit, Risk Management, and Governance
• Stakeholder and Advisor Management
• Operational Excellence and KPIs

• Chartered Accountant CA (SA) or Certified Chartered Tax Advisor

• International & Corporate Tax experience within Big Four / large tax accounting firms (6 to 10 years) or 8 years being tax manager in a large company (energy, oil & gas sector preferred)
• Experience of handling tax audits
• Experience of accounting (IFRS), treasury and company law issues affecting transactions (requires a broad understanding of these areas rather than in-depth knowledge)

• Comprehensive knowledge of South African tax laws and regulations
• Strong analytical and research skills
• Must have a high degree of skill in Business Computing Applications such as Word Processors, Spreadsheets, PowerPoint Enterprise Resource Planning applications (Maximo/SAP or equivalent)
• Strong understanding of accounting principles (IFRS or local GAAP)
• Ability to act independently to prioritize, initiate, resolve and complete actions required to take the business forward to meet goals
• Ability to effectively interact with non-financial departments