The Role
Reporting to the Financial Controller, this is a highly visible role requiring an autonomous tax professional capable of operating as the primary tax contact across the business. You'll take ownership of complex tax compliance and reporting obligations while partnering with internal stakeholders, external advisers, auditors, and global tax teams on a range of strategic initiatives.
The successful candidate will play a critical role supporting a major business integration, while ensuring all Australian and New Zealand tax compliance obligations are delivered accurately and on time.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead Australian and New Zealand tax compliance across Income Tax, GST, FBT, Payroll Tax and R&D Tax Incentives
- Manage tax reporting, tax provisions, deferred tax calculations, reconciliations, and reporting packs
- Coordinate tax returns, RTP disclosures, transfer pricing requirements, and supporting documentation
- Support ATO reviews, tax governance initiatives, and risk management activities
- Partner with external advisers, auditors, and revenue authorities on technical tax matters
- Drive tax-related integration activities and provide commercial tax advice to stakeholders
- Strengthen tax processes, controls, and governance frameworks across the business
- Support monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting requirements
About You
You are a CA or CPA qualified tax professional with extensive experience gained within a large corporate, FMCG, retail, or multinational environment.
You will bring:
- Strong Australian corporate tax experience across both direct and indirect taxes
- Demonstrated experience managing end-to-end tax lodgements and compliance obligations
- Tax accounting, provisioning, and reporting expertise
- Exposure to ATO reviews, tax governance, transfer pricing, and stakeholder management
- Experience operating autonomously and managing competing priorities in a complex environment
- SAP and FMCG experience highly regarded
- US GAAP exposure advantageous
This is an excellent opportunity to join a market-leading global organisation and make a genuine impact during a significant period of transformation and change.
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Senior Tax Accountant | Global FMCG | 9 Month Contract in Melbourne employer: Sharp & Carter
At Sharp & Carter, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic work culture that values collaboration and professional growth. As a Group Accountant, you'll enjoy a supportive environment that encourages innovation and offers opportunities for career advancement, all while working in the vibrant landscape of Australia. Our commitment to employee well-being and development makes us an exceptional employer for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers.
