Job Description

About this opportunity:

We are excited to offer an opportunity to join our team as a Financial Accounting and Tax Specialist (FA&T). The main responsibilities under this role are to provide high quality in international, local and tax accounting, ensure compliance with internal and external financial reporting requirements. This role will also ensure compliance with local rules and regulations by performing tax reporting in compliance with internal and external requirements, supports in management of withholding taxes, transfer prices and tax audits.

The Financial Accounting and Tax Specialist also provides financial advice and is expected to be proactive in addressing improvements and automations.

This position can be based in several Middle East & Africa markets depending on candidate.

What you will do:

Deliver high-quality accounting, tax, and financial reporting in compliance with IFRS, Local GAAP, and local tax regulations. Prepare accurate Legal Entity financials including Income Statements, Balance Sheets, Tax Returns, and statutory reports. Support period-end closing activities such as account reconciliation, valuations, journal vouchers, and financial submissions for group reporting. Conduct financial analysis, legal entity forecasting, and contribute to governance reporting. Ensure alignment with global financial processes and accounting standards. Provide financial control and tax advisory support, including international, local, and transfer pricing matters. Manage income, indirect, and withholding tax calculations, filings, and maintain tax master data. Oversee tax payments and refunds, and identify potential tax risks or liabilities. Prepare tax-related statistical returns and support audits (statutory, tax, internal/FIRE). Drive collaboration with internal stakeholders and lead Board/Governance meeting preparations. Contribute to tax process development, efficiency initiatives, automation, and global finance projects. Serve as the main contact for audits and handle other relevant administrative tasks.

The skills you bring:

Sound understanding, knowledge and interpretation of IFRS/GAAP Taxation Knowledge (Direct Tax & Indirect Tax, Transfer Pricing) Detailed knowledge of accounting cycle and financial statements Good communication and presentation skills Knowledge and understanding of financial systems, SAP experience preferred Process improvements and automation knowledge. Knowledge and understanding of project accounting flows Chartered Accountant (CA) or bachelor's in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent CA firm of a good repute, preferably Big 4 firms (Deloitte, PWC, KPMG, E&Y) 5+ years' experience in finance accounting, reporting and taxation.
Ericsson South Africa recruits in line with its Employment Equity plan and will therefore give preference to suitably qualified candidates who are members of designated groups.

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Why join Ericsson?

At Ericsson, youll have an outstanding opportunity. The chance to use your skills and imagination to push the boundaries of whats possible. To build solutions never seen before to some of the world's toughest problems. Youll be challenged, but you won't be alone. Youll be joining a team of diverse innovators, all driven to go beyond the status quo to craft what comes next.

What happens once you apply?

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Encouraging a diverse and inclusive organization is core to our values at Ericsson, that's why we champion it in everything we do. We truly believe that by collaborating with people with different experiences we drive innovation, which is essential for our future growth. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and realize their full potential as part of our Ericsson team. Ericsson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. learn more.

Primary country and city:

South Africa (ZA) || Woodmead

Req ID:

765438