Senior Operations Manager - Investment Tax Administration (CH1148)

Recruiter:

CapitalH

Job Ref:

2681926819

Date posted:

Saturday, July 12, 2025

Location:

Durbanville, South Africa

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

We are seeking a hands-on and strategic Senior Operations Manager to oversee and drive the operational performance of our Tax Administration team, with a particular focus on Capital Gains Tax. This individual will be responsible for leading a team of highly skilled Tax Analysts, managing service delivery, driving process improvements, and supporting regulatory compliance efforts.

The role is ideal for a qualified CA(SA) or finance professional with experience managing tax or audit teams, and a strong appreciation for operational excellence in a regulated environment.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Taxation, or related.
CA(SA) or equivalent professional designation highly preferred.

Experience:

8–10+ years’ experience in financial services, with at least 5 years in a senior operations or tax/audit team management role.
Proven experience working in or managing a tax or audit function (Capital Gains Tax exposure preferred).
Familiarity with South African tax laws, especially CGT, is highly advantageous.

Skills & Attributes:

Strong leadership and team management skills.
Detail-oriented with a deep understanding of process controls.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-accountability environment.
Comfortable working with data and tax technology platforms.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

General:

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not hear from us after 30 days you may consider your application unsuccessful
In keeping with our client’s employment equity requirements, only South African citizens will be considered.
Please include your current salary and salary expectations.

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