Tax Specialist – South Africa

About the role

Join Flight Centre Travel Group as a Tax Specialist for South Africa, where you will lead tax compliance, influence risk management, and provide strategic tax advice across the organisation. This hands‑on role works closely with finance and operational leaders and is part of a global tax network.

Key responsibilities

• Manage end‑to‑end tax compliance for all FC RSA entities.
• Prepare and file corporate income tax returns accurately and on time.
• Oversee VAT, employment taxes, withholding taxes and other tax obligations.
• Prepare tax effect accounting work papers for audits and statutory reporting.
• Liaise with global tax teams, external auditors and internal stakeholders.
• Handle all SARS communications, queries and audits.
• Identify tax risks and implement solutions in response to legislative changes.
• Provide tax advisory support to operational and finance leaders.
• Drive continuous improvement of tax policies, systems and processes.
• Support the payroll team with employment tax matters.
• Deliver tax training and induction sessions to finance teams.
• Participate in tax‑related projects, research and implementation initiatives.
• Build strong relationships with finance and operations stakeholders.

Required profile

• Tertiary qualification in a finance discipline.
• Professional affiliation preferred (SAICA, SAIPA or SAIT).
• 3–5 years’ experience in corporate tax or a reputable chartered firm.
• Strong technical knowledge of corporate tax, VAT and employment taxes.
• Proven analytical and problem‑solving capabilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• High level of professionalism, attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, changing environment.
• Experience within the broader finance function is advantageous.
• Willingness to travel as required.

Required skills