Tax Manager at Sage

Summary of role

• This role is all about owning corporate tax compliance across multiple countries, with a particular focus on the complex African territories. You’ll manage outsourced tax returns, lead local and group tax reporting, and act as the key point of contact for auditors and tax authorities. Because you’ll be the only tax specialist on the ground in South Africa, this is a senior, independent role that requires strong technical expertise and excellent judgment.

What I will be doing

• You’ll oversee the full corporate tax compliance process for several countries, working closely with external advisers to understand local tax positions, manage risks and identify opportunities. You’ll handle additional local filings such as withholding tax submissions and payments, and ensure tax accounting is accurate for both statutory accounts and group reporting.
• You’ll play a central role in year-end and month-end tax reporting and will work directly with local and group auditors, especially KPMG, to support tax balances and maintain strong internal controls.
• You’ll also manage any local tax audits, involving specialists such as transfer pricing or finance teams as needed, and act as the primary contact for tax authorities to maintain constructive, compliant relationships.

What we are looking for

• We’re looking for a technically strong tax professional with experience managing complex, multi-territory compliance. You should be comfortable working independently, handling large data sets with accuracy, staying on top of changing tax laws, and representing the business confidently with auditors and tax authorities. Strong communication, sound judgment and the ability to proactively manage risk across diverse jurisdictions are essential.