About the role

PetroChina International Investment (Australia) Pty Ltd' is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Tax Manager to join our team in Brisbane, Queensland. This full-time role will be responsible for all taxation matters across the company, ensuring full compliance with Australian tax laws and relevant international regulations. The role also provides strategic tax planning and advisory support to minimize risks, optimize tax efficiency, and support the company’s business objectives.

What you'll be doing

Tax Compliance Management: Oversee all tax compliance obligations in Australia and other jurisdictions, ensuring timely and accurate filings; Review and coordinate the preparation and submission of income tax, Goods and Services Tax (GST), Capital Gains Tax (CGT), and other relevant tax returns; Maintain up-to-date knowledge of applicable tax laws and reporting requirements

Tax Planning and Optimization: Develop and implement effective tax planning strategies aligned with business priorities; Identify opportunities for tax efficiencies and savings while managing potential risks; Monitor legislative and regulatory changes, assess potential impacts, and advise senior management on responses

Tax Audits and Dispute Resolution: Act as the key point of contact with the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) and other tax authorities; Manage audits, reviews, and assessments, ensuring timely and professional responses; Lead tax dispute resolution processes, engaging external advisors or legal counsel as required.

Cross-Border Tax Management: Manage cross-border tax issues and ensure compliance with international tax frameworks; Support global tax structuring initiatives and transfer pricing compliance; Collaborate with overseas entities to ensure consistent and efficient global tax management; Coordinate with the Group headquarters on tax policies and reporting requirements, ensuring alignment with group-wide tax strategies.

Collaboration with Finance and Business Teams: Partner with the finance team to ensure accurate tax treatment in financial reporting; Provide tax insights to senior management to support commercial decision-making; Contribute to budgeting and forecasting processes with tax-related input.

Leadership and Stakeholder Management: Lead, coach, and develop the tax team to enhance technical knowledge and professional capability; Manage relationships with external advisors and service providers, ensuring high-quality, cost-effective outcomes; Foster strong working relationships across departments to embed a culture of tax compliance and awareness.Identifying tax-saving opportunities and implementing tax-efficient strategies

What we're looking for

Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, or related discipline

Chartered Accountant(CA) or Certified Practising Accountant (CPA) or equivalent qualification strongly preferred

Minimum of 5 years' experience in a tax management role, preferably within the energy or resources industry of Australian

Exposure to international/cross-border tax issues and transfer pricing desirable

Strong understanding of tax audit process and experience engaging with tax authorities

Excellent analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills

Effective leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills

Fluency in both English and Mandarin (written and spoken) to effectively liaise with Group headquarters and local stakeholders