The Opportunity

Based in our Melbourne office, we are seeking an experienced and values-driven Finance Manager – Tax & Accounting to join our Corporate Finance team. This new role will provide oversight on all tax related matters, including accounting, compliance and advisory as it relates to MIMTA (AU) corporate and client entities.

About Us

Manulife Investment Management Timber and Agriculture (AU) is part of the global Manulife group, creating value through the sustainable management of natural resources. With a focus on sustainability, we pride ourselves on leveraging the experience of our long industry history.

What we are looking for

Tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Tax or Similar

10+ years Accounting experience

3-5 years comparable industry experience

Previous experience working in a multi-national organisation

CA/CPA qualifications and membership

Technical knowledge of Australian and New Zealand taxation, IFRS, accounting systems and internal controls

Experience with debt facilities and hedge instruments

Ability to comprehend and utilise statistical concepts

Previous experience using systems such as Lawson/Info, Great Plains and Prophix

Responsibilities

Taxation

Preparation and review of tax reporting requirements, working closely with Financial Controllers, Head of Finance and external tax consultants, ensuring timely lodgments.

Assist with preparation and calculation of New Zealand and Australian tax provisions and amounts including Capital Gains tax and thin capitalisation monitoring and compliance.

Liaise with Australia Taxation Office and ASIC/Company Secretary on matters related to tax.

Research and consult with geographically dispersed teams to deliver tax planning and business advice.

Assist with development and compliance of tax policies and procedures.

Assist with the compliance of the Tax Governance Policy.

Provide support with tax structuring related to acquisitions.

Commercial and Finance

Assist with the management of existing debt facilities and bank compliance.

Assist with reporting deliverables, including adherence to IFRS and/or GAAP reporting standards as well as in compliance with various tax or regulatory authorities.

Support the commercial aspects of the budgeting.

Ensure MIMTA (AU) group meets internal corporate requirements as a subsidiary of Manulife Financial Corporation “MFC” group.

Preparation of audit workpapers and addressing audit inquiries and assist with requirement of external and any internal audits.

What can we offer you?

Salary commensurate with experience

Participation in the Manulife variable incentive program

Hybrid working model

A focus on professional development

How to Apply

Submit your resume via the ‘Apply’ button.

Manulife recruitment processes involve a background check that includes a criminal history check.