Tax Analyst

About the role

The Tax Analyst will support the Tax Manager in overseeing tax compliance, reporting and risk management for Puma Africa’s sub‑regional operations. This role ensures accurate tax accounting, timely filings and effective collaboration with finance teams across multiple countries.

Key responsibilities

• Review monthly tax computations, validate data in HFM and ensure timely ETR reconciliation for all entities.
• Account for VAT, WHT and other taxes in local ledgers, providing feedback on necessary reconciliations.
• Assist sub‑regional finance teams in reducing direct and indirect tax receivables and report material tax movements.
• Prepare and file annual CIT returns, provisional tax filings and monthly VAT/WHT returns, including for dormant entities.
• Coordinate tax audits and investigations, liaise with tax authorities and reconcile tax balances.
• Lead monthly tax review meetings with country finance teams to discuss tax profiles and mitigation strategies.

Required profile

• Qualified Chartered Accountant or equivalent professional qualification.
• 5‑6 years of experience in corporate tax and indirect taxation.
• Strong ability to prioritize tasks, meet multiple deadlines and work collaboratively across regions.

Required skills

• Proficiency with Hyperion Financial Management (HFM) for tax data validation.