Tax Manager - 8 month contract
CBD | Hybrid Working

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Tax Manager to join a leading global organisation for an 8-month contract. Reporting directly to the Finance Director, this position will oversee the Australian group's tax and treasury functions, supporting different business divisions.

This is a hands-on leadership role, managing a small team of 2 while ensuring all corporate tax, FBT, and compliance requirements are met. You'll also partner closely with the Global Tax and Treasury teams, providing advisory support and driving continuous improvement across tax processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage preparation of income tax returns for the Australian group.
• Oversee indirect taxes (FBT, Payroll Tax, GST) - calculations and submissions.
• Manage monthly and annual tax provisions and deferred tax accounting entries.
• Support hard close and liaise with auditors on tax disclosures.
• Provide technical tax advice and keep abreast of legislative developments.
• Lead or assist with tax due diligence and integration during M&A activity.
• Partner with the global team on group-level tax and treasury matters.
• Oversee cashflow management, internal/external loans, and FX hedging.
• Identify and implement process improvements across tax and finance functions.

About You

• Degree qualified in Finance, Accounting, Economics or Business.
• 7+ years' experience in corporate tax, ideally within a large corporate or Big 4 / 2nd-tier accounting firm.
• CA/CPA/CTA qualified.
• Strong knowledge of tax accounting, compliance, and current legislation.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Confident leading and mentoring a small team.
• SAP experience preferred, advanced Excel skills essential.
• Treasury experience (cashflow, loans, FX) advantageous but not essential.

Why You'll Love This Role

• Work with a respected global brand and collaborative finance leadership team.
• Enjoy hybrid flexibility (3 days in the office / 2 from home).
• High visibility role partnering across finance, operations, and global HQ.

Reference Number: 06800-0013313833

This is a hybrid position.

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