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Dow

Tax Specialist

LocationJohannesburg (ZAF)
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityMid
Experience1–5 yrs
EquityIncluded
Company size10,000+ people
PostedOct 9, 2026 · 3d ago
Verified live3h ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Must have10
Bachelor/Master’s degree in Tax, Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field
1-5 years’ experience in Finance, Tax, Accounting, or a related discipline
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
Solid understanding of direct and/or indirect tax principles, corporate structures, and compliance requirements
Ability to clearly explain tax concepts, build trusted relationships, and effectively collaborate with internal and external stakeholders
Works effectively across functions, sharing knowledge and contributing to a high-performing and inclusive team environment
Strong ability to assess data, identify trends and risks, and transform complex information into actionable insights and recommendations
Actively seeks opportunities to improve processes, enhance efficiency through automation, and implement best practices to strengthen compliance and controls
Demonstrates accountability, proactively addresses challenges, and independently drives tasks and projects to successful completion
Understands business drivers and can connect tax implications to broader business objectives and decision-making
Nice to have1
Additional language skills are an advantage
Skills
SOX controls
Benefits
Base pay
Bonus
Retirement plan
Employee stock purchase
Student debt retirement savings match
Medical insurance
Life insurance
Travel insurance
Training
Mentoring
Flexible work
Vacation
Paid time off for new parents
Paid time off for caregiving
Volunteer time off
Wellness program
On site fitness
Employee discounts
Transportation allowance
Meal subsidies
Carbon neutral transportation incentives
About the company
At Dow, we believe in putting people first and we’re passionate about delivering integrity, respect and safety to our customers, our employees and the planet.
Our people are at the heart of our solutions. They reflect the communities we live in and the world where we do business. Their diversity is our strength. We’re a community of relentless problem solvers that offers the daily opportunity to contribute with your perspective, transform industries and shape the future. Our purpose is simple - to deliver a sustainable future for the world through science and collaboration. If you’re looking for a challenge and meaningful role, you’re in the right place.
About this role
Join Dow’s dynamic Tax team and play a key role in supporting tax compliance, reporting, and planning activities across the business. As a Tax Specialist, you will apply your financial expertise and analytical skills to translate financial information into valuable tax insights, helping Dow navigate an evolving tax and regulatory landscape. Working within a high-performing, cross-functional environment, you will collaborate with Finance, Treasury, Controllers, Legal, and external stakeholders while contributing to projects that have a direct impact on business performance and compliance.
In this role, you will build and expand your expertise in taxation, financial reporting, and business operations while gaining exposure to a broad range of tax matters. You will have the opportunity to work independently, influence processes, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, while also supporting and guiding new team members.
You will leverage your technical knowledge, problem-solving capabilities, and professional judgment to analyze tax matters, drive compliant outcomes, and support business decision-making. Your contributions will help ensure the delivery of high-quality results while maintaining strong governance, controls, and compliance standards.
Responsibilities
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Lead and coordinate annual tax compliance activities in accordance with local tax legislation, including income tax returns, tax declarations, information reporting, fiscal reporting, and support for external audits.
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Support quarterly and year-end tax accounting and reporting activities in close collaboration with Finance & Strategy, Treasury, and the Global Tax organization.
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Serve as a key point of contact for Tax Authorities, external auditors, and tax advisors, effectively communicating tax matters and compliance requirements.
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Monitor, assess, and communicate the impact of proposed tax legislation and regulatory developments on Dow businesses.
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Ensure full compliance with SOX controls, corporate policies, and internal governance requirements.
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Provide tax support and due diligence assistance for mergers, acquisitions, restructurings, and other strategic business initiatives.
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Support tax activities across a defined geography or business segment while partnering with regional and global stakeholders.
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Apply and further develop technical expertise in tax accounting, compliance, and reporting.
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Demonstrate initiative and leadership, proactively identifying opportunities for improvement and providing informal coaching to team members as needed.
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Collaborate on local and regional projects with commercial teams, legal functions, controllers, and other business partners.
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Act as a trusted finance and tax resource, providing guidance and support to stakeholders across the region.
Qualifications
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Bachelor/Master’s degree in Tax, Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field
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1-5 years’ experience in Finance, Tax, Accounting, or a related discipline.
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Strong written and verbal communication skills in English; additional language skills are an advantage.
Your Skills
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Tax Compliance & Technical Knowledge – Solid understanding of direct and/or indirect tax principles, corporate structures, and compliance requirements to ensure accurate and timely tax reporting.
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Communication – Ability to clearly explain tax concepts, build trusted relationships, and effectively collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
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Collaboration & Teamwork – Works effectively across functions, sharing knowledge and contributing to a high-performing and inclusive team environment.
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Analytical Thinking – Strong ability to assess data, identify trends and risks, and transform complex information into actionable insights and recommendations.
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Continuous Improvement Mindset – Actively seeks opportunities to improve processes, enhance efficiency through automation, and implement best practices to strengthen compliance and controls.
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Ownership & Initiative – Demonstrates accountability, proactively addresses challenges, and independently drives tasks and projects to successful completion.
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Business Acumen – Understands business drivers and can connect tax implications to broader business objectives and decision-making.
Benefits – What Dow offers you
We invest in you.
Dow invests in total rewards programs to help you manage all aspects of you: your pay, your health, your life, your future, and your career. You bring your background, talent, and perspective to work every day. Dow rewards that commitment by investing in your total wellbeing.
Here are just a few highlights of what you would be offered as a Dow employee:
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Equitable and market-competitive base pay and bonus opportunity across our global markets, along with locally relevant incentives.
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Benefits and programs to support your physical, mental, financial, and social well-being, to help you get the care you need…when you need it.
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Competitive retirement program that may include company-provided benefits, savings opportunities, financial planning, and educational resources to help you achieve your long term financial-goals.
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Employee stock purchase programs (availability varies depending on location).
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Student Debt Retirement Savings Match Program (U.S. only).
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Dow will take the value of monthly student debt payments and apply them as if they are contributions to the Employees’ Savings Plan (401(k)), helping employees reach the Company match.
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Robust medical and life insurance packages that offer a variety of coverage options to meet your individual needs. Travel insurance is also available in certain countries/locations.
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Opportunities to learn and grow through training and mentoring, work experiences, community involvement and team building.
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Workplace culture empowering role-based flexibility to maximize personal productivity and balance personal needs.
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Competitive yearly vacation allowance.
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Paid time off for new parents (birthing and non-birthing, including adoptive and foster parents).
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Paid time off to care for family members who are sick or injured.
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Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Group’s (ERG) participation.
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Wellbeing Portal for all Dow employees, our one-stop shop to promote wellbeing, empowering employees to take ownership of their entire wellbeing journey.
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On-site fitness facilities to help stay healthy and active (availability varies depending on location).
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Employee discounts for online shopping, cinema tickets, gym memberships and more.
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Additionally, some of our locations might offer:
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Transportation allowance (availability varies depending on location)
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Meal subsidiaries/vouchers (availability varies depending on location)
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Carbon-neutral transportation incentives e.g. bike to work (availability varies depending on location)
Join our team, we can make a difference together.
About Dow
Dow (NYSE: DOW) is one of the world’s leading materials science companies, serving customers in high-growth markets such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility and consumer applications. Our global breadth, asset integration and scale, focused innovation, leading business positions and commitment to sustainability enable us to achieve profitable growth and help deliver a sustainable future. We operate manufacturing sites in 30 countries and employ approximately 36,000 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $43 billion in 2024. References to Dow or the Company mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries. Learn more about us and our ambition to be the most innovative, customer-centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company in the world by visiting www.dow.com.
As part of our dedication to inclusion, Dow is committed to equal opportunities in employment. We encourage every employee to bring their whole self to work each day to not only deliver more value, but also have a more fulfilling career. Further information regarding Dow’s equal opportunities is available on www.dow.com.
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