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- Compliance Management: Ensure compliance with all applicable Customs and Excise laws and regulations, particularly excise tax, customs duties, and other similar indirect taxes;Monitor changes in Customs and Excise laws and regulations globally, assess their impact on the organization, and implement necessary adjustments to ensure compliance;Maintain Customs and Excise licenses, registrations and permits;Preparation and provision of training in Customs and Excise areas; andAppointment and management of Customs Agents.
- Tax Planning and Strategy: Develop and implement tax planning strategies to optimize Customs and Excise positions, minimize tax liabilities, and identify tax-saving opportunities;Be the in-house Customs and Excise advisor for the Puma Energy Group;Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align tax planning initiatives with business objectives and ensure tax-efficient structures and transactions; andInterpretation and implementation of International Trade Instruments, Trade Agreements, Economic Partnership Agreements, etc.
- Tax Reporting and Filings: Ensure all required documentation and supporting records are maintained according to each country prescription laws;Ensure that monthly, quarterly or annual Customs and Excise reconciliations are performed; andCoordinate with accounting, finance and other teams to obtain necessary data for Customs and Excise reporting purposes.
- Tax Audits and Disputes: Manage and coordinate all audits and inquiries by Customs and Excise authorities;Respond to or assist the countries in responding to inquiries, providing requested information, and represent the organization in discussions with Customs and Excise Authorities; andPrepare and defend tax positions during audits and resolve any disputes or controversies in collaboration with legal and tax advisors.
- Process Improvement: Continuously assess and enhance internal processes, systems, and controls to ensure efficiency, accuracy, and compliance;Formalization and operationalizing of the Group's Customs and Excise Policies;Documentation of procedures and mapping of flows;Identify opportunities for automation and technology adoption to streamline Customs and Excise related workflows and reporting; andKeep updated on global developments at international bodies (WCO, WTO, OECD, etc.).
- Maintain relations with Customs and other relevant Authorities;
- Weekly Management Reporting; and
- Advise and monitor on all new product flows globally.
- A high level of internal and external communication skills;
- Relationship building with both internal and external partners;
- A large amount of cross department data sharing;
- Needs to develop a good working relationship with third parties and external bodies such as local Chambers of Commerce, Industry Bodies and local customs authorities;
- Required to provide support to from both a strategic / projects perspective and also day-to-day operational issues and challenges;
- A willingness to travel to different countries;
- Structured and organized approach;
- Able to work under pressure; and
- Team player.
- Self-starter
- Hands-on
- Attention to detail
- Assertive
- Tenacious
- Good communication skills
- Cope under pressure
- Strong Lateral thinking and problem-solving skills
- A degree in Law, Tax or Accounting
- 10+ years' experience in Customs and Excise
- Experience in different jurisdictions a major advantage
- Experience in the oil industry a major advantage
- Background in Accounting (Big Four), Legal professions and/or Tax Authority experience an advantage
- External Stakeholders – Tax and Customs and Excise Authorities, Tax Consultants and Lawyers, Clearing Agents, transporters, Government Departments, etc,
- Internal Stakeholders – Tax, Finance, Supply, Legal, Traders, Business Development, Logistics, Transport teams, etc
Global Customs Manager - Johannesburg, South Africa - Puma Energy
Description
Main Purpose:
In-house Tax department – Correctly discharge all Customs and Excise obligations, ensure full compliance with the rules & regulations and manage the Customs and Excise working capital position in the Puma Energy Group.Knowledge Skills and Abilities, Key Responsibilities:
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Global Customs Manager will work with both internal cross-functional partners within the business and with external partners and suppliers to ensure customs, excise and international trade compliance within Puma Energy globally, namely:
In Addition:
SKILSS & COMPETENCIES:
Competencies
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Requirements:
Key Relationships and Department Overview: