Senior Analyst - Tax

SC JOHNSON IS A FIFTH-GENERATION FAMILY COMPANY BUILT ON THE SPIRIT OF OUR PEOPLE. We have been leading with purpose for over 130 years, building iconic brands that win the hearts and minds of consumers – such as Raid®, Glade®, Ziploc® and more, in virtually every country around the world. Together, we are creating a better future – for the planet, for future generations and for every SCJ team member. Join our winning team of Wave Makers and Go Getters and help us write the next chapter in the SCJ story.

Senior Analyst, Tax
Location: Midrand, South Africa

Overview

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Tax Senior Analyst to provide comprehensive tax assistance and support for managing the tax matters of key countries within the cluster i.e. Ghana, Nigeria, Kenya, and South Africa. Reporting to the Tax Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing local tax compliance, identifying tax issues, managing transfer pricing, customs, international tax, and tax audits. Additionally, this role involves supporting various internal stakeholders, including the holding company, Accounting, Global Trade and Compliance, Sales, Marketing, and other departments, to ensure seamless tax management across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Tax Compliance: Ensure all tax reporting obligations (income tax, VAT, withholding tax, PAYE, etc.) across the cluster are met, with timely preparation and submission of tax returns in compliance with deadlines set by local tax legislation or authorities.
• Tax Audits: Support ongoing tax audits and disputes, as well as manage communication with local tax authorities.
• Transfer Pricing Documentation: Assist in preparing transfer pricing documentation for the African cluster, with support from external tax advisors.
• Tax Planning: Provide advice on direct and indirect tax issues, international tax, transfer pricing, and foreign exchange matters, assessing risks and their impact on the local subsidiary's effective tax rate.
• Legislative Updates: Monitor and analyze changes in country-specific tax legislation, regulations, and court decisions, and advise stakeholders on the implications for the business.
• Tax Expense & U.S. GAAP Income Tax Accounting: Assist in calculating local subsidiaries' tax expenses and ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP and International Financial Reporting Standards income tax reporting requirements.
• Additional Responsibilities: Contribute to the budgeting process, manage country-by-country reporting, coordinate with head office on tax matters, provide tax training to internal teams, and address any other tax-related duties as assigned.

Experience you’ll bring:

• Education: A degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required. An advanced tax degree or professional tax qualification (e.g., honors, Masters, CA, CTA) is highly preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of tax experience, preferably in a public accounting firm or a large multinational corporation.

Skills:

• Full proficiency in English..
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.`
• Familiarity with SAP, BPC, and other productivity tools is an advantage.

Behaviors you’ll need:

• Self-starter with a high degree of initiative.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage with internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborative team player with the ability to work in a diverse, multi-cultural environment.
• Analytical mindset with excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.
• Adaptability and eagerness to continuously learn and stay updated with the latest tax developments.
• Ethical decision-making and a commitment to upholding integrity.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to process improvement.

About us:

SC Johnson is a fifth-generation family company built on a spirit of adventure and winning the right way. We have been leading with purpose for over 130 years, building top brands such as Raid®, Glade®, Kiwi®, OFF!®, Windex®, Ziploc® and more, in virtually every country. Through these household names, we are making a positive difference to the world around us. But we only succeed with the combined vitality and strength of our 13,000 people who we truly value and support in their pursuit of individual and shared goals.

This position is not available for relocation assistance and candidate must be eligible to work in the country of application

Inclusion & Diversity 

We’re a global business, with people from every culture, ethnicity, race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, and ability. We recognize the breadth of human experience, and we work to celebrate it. It is our goal to build a diverse, inclusive, and supportive work environment where all people can thrive.  

We’re committed to ongoing efforts that help us attract, hire, and retain diverse talent who want to build a positive, inclusive environment. Read more about our ongoing initiatives at https://jobs.scjohnson.com/inclusion.