- Broad in-house tax role with strong development opportunities
- Ideal first move from Big 4 or mid-tier tax practice
About Our Client
Our client is a well-established Australian business with a sizeable operational footprint and a collaborative finance team based in Preston. They offer a hands‑on environment where team members are given broad responsibilities, strong support, and opportunities to develop their technical expertise.
Job Description
- Manage income tax, GST, and FBT compliance and reporting obligations.
- Prepare and review tax calculations, tax effect accounting, and deferred tax balances.
- Support year-end and month-end tax reporting requirements.
- Assist with tax governance, risk management, and compliance processes.
- Partner with internal stakeholders and external advisers on tax-related matters.
- Contribute to transfer pricing, Pillar Two, and R&D tax projects with support from experienced advisers.
- Monitor tax legislative changes and assess impacts on the business.
- Drive continuous improvement of tax processes and controls.
The Successful Applicant
- Strong practical capability across accounting and tax-related work.
- Demonstrated experience across income tax, GST, and FBT.
- Strong understanding of tax accounting, including deferred tax balances.
- CA or CPA qualified (or near completion).
- Strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships across the business.
- Hands‑on approach with a willingness to learn and develop.
- Big 4 or mid‑tier background preferred.
What's on Offer
- Permanent Group Tax Lead position based in Preston.
- Flexible hybrid working arrangement with two days per week in the office.
- Competitive salary and package,
- Industry role with broad and varied tax responsibilities across a growing business.
- Exposure to complex tax matters and specialist projects.
- Preston location with a collaborative and supportive team environment.
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Group Tax Lead in Preston employer: Michael Page Australia
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