Indirect Tax Specialist at TotalEnergies

• Qualification level required for the position : Level 7 = Master’s or equivalent level
• Technical skills required for the position : Customs and Excise regulations, Oil and Industry experience Behavioral competencies required for the position : Management skills, communication skills, negotiation skills, Language skills required for the position : English - Fluent (Speaking and Writing)
• Certification required for the position : Registered Tax professional;
• Specific knowledge required for the position : SAP, Accounting,
• Level of experience required for the position : A minimum of 6 - 8 years’ experience in VAT and Customs and Excise environment, preferably in the Oil and Gas sector

Candidate Profile
The Indirect Tax Specialist position is responsible for :

• Know, respect and ensure compliance with the Company's Code of Conduct.
• Conduct indirect tax compliance reviews (namely VAT, PAYE and sales levies) and ensure adherence to regional regulations.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with customs and excise tax regulations within the regional scope.
• Develop and implement strategies to optimize tax processes and minimize liabilities.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to address tax-related inquiries and issues.
• Manage and review timeous and accurate preparation of Levies payments, Carbon tax account and Customs deferment payments.
• Manage and review all indirect tax returns and payments accurately  and timeous for submissions/payments to tax authorities.
• Ensure that all facilities storing fuel levy products comply with Customs and Excise Act.
• Conduct regular audits and assessments to ensure accurate tax reporting and documentation.
• Advise the company on all Customs and Excise Act, Value Added Tax, Payroll taxes and sales levies (IP Tracer, SACAA and Rose Foundation).
• Manage ad-hoc projects with the Tax Manager
• Provide training and guidance to team members on VAT, PAYE, Expatriates and customs & excise tax matters.
• Analyze and interpret changes in tax legislation and their impact on the organization.
• Prepare and submit required tax filings and documentation in a timely manner.
• Liaise with government authorities and agencies regarding tax compliance and audits.
• Manage internal audits and external audits, ensure all queries are addressed and findings resolved.
• Preparation of policies and processes relating to VAT, Levies, PAYE, customs and excise, 
• Represents the companies in South African Petroleum Industry Association (SAPIA) SARS stakeholder committees, other government bodies e.g. CEF, NERSA, DEFF etc ensuring best interest of all companies.
• Coach, lead, and transfer skills to staff members and business at large.
• Liaise with company clearing agents on all customs and excise matters of clearing, ITAC import and export permit applications.
• Apply for Customs and Excise licenses, deferment etc. Duly completion, renewals of all Customs and Excise licenses, registrations as prescribed in the Customs and Excise Act and Petroleum Products Act.
• Manage and support indirect tax accountants (for Customs & Excise and VAT) assigned to indirect tax