Group Tax Manager

AAco; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Flexible work arrangements

Mentoring

Job summary

Australian Agricultural Company (AACo) is seeking a Group Tax Manager for a 12-month parental leave contract. The role can be part-time or full-time, based in Brisbane, reporting to the Head of Finance Services and leading the Tax Accountant while guiding senior leaders on complex tax and commercial matters.

The successful candidate will oversee tax obligations, international tax considerations, transfer pricing, and tax governance across Australia and offshore operations, providing strategic

Qualifications

• CA/CPA/CTA or equivalent professional qualification with a degree in Accounting/Finance.
• At least five years' experience in corporate tax, compliance and tax advisory.
• Strong knowledge of Australian corporate tax, international tax and transfer pricing.
• Commercial, practical tax advice for senior leaders and regulatory bodies.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management with executives and authorities.
• Collaborative, proactive and organized with ability to manage competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert tax advice to support business decisions, investments and structuring.
• Prepare and lodge income tax returns, BAS, payroll tax and regulatory filings.
• Manage tax accounting activities including tax provisions and reconciliations.
• Coordinate audits with external advisors and regulatory authorities.
• Monitor tax legislation changes and implement updates.
• Identify tax risks and strengthen controls and compliance.
• Support half-year and full-year statutory reporting.
• Partner with finance, legal and operations to embed tax considerations.
• Build tax capability through training and knowledge sharing.
• Lead tax projects and technical reviews.

Skills

Tax advisory

Stakeholder management

Tax governance

Commercial acumen

Communication

Education

CA/CPA/CTA qualified

Accounting/Finance degree

Tools

Tax software

Job description

Who we are:

Established in 1824, Australian Agricultural Company (AACo) is one of Australia's largest integrated cattle and beef producers and is the country's oldest continuously operating company. Today, AACo owns and operates a strategic balance of stations, feedlots and farms spanning approximately 6.5 million hectares of land across Queensland and the Northern Territory. Our people manage a large-scale Wagyu herd, producing consistently high-quality branded beef distributed to over 20 countries around the world.

We are fostering a culture that values safety, inclusion and opportunity, and are committed to integrating care for our people, animals and land into the way we do business - Reimagining Australian agriculture to share with the world - and we'd love you to join us.

The Opportunity:

We are looking for a Group Tax Manager to join our team on a 12-month parental leave contract. This opportunity can be considered on either a part-time or full-time basis.

As Group Tax Manager, you will play a key role in supporting AACo's ongoing growth and success by leading our tax function across Australia and offshore operations. Reporting to the Head of Finance Services, you will lead and develop one direct report, the Tax Accountant, while providing trusted guidance to senior leaders & Executives on a broad range of tax and commercial matters. You'll help navigate complex tax matters and ensure the business remains well-positioned in an evolving regulatory environment. This is a hands-on opportunity offering exposure to a diverse range of technical, commercial, and strategic initiatives, making a meaningful contribution across the organisation.

What you'll do:

• Provide expert tax advice to support business decisions, investments, acquisitions, divestments, organisational structuring, international tax and transfer pricing matters.
• Ensure the timely and review accurate preparation and lodgement of all tax obligations, including income tax returns, BAS, payroll tax and other regulatory requirements.
• Manage tax accounting activities, including tax provisions, reconciliations, and statutory disclosures.
• Coordinate all tax-related audit activities and act as the key contact for external tax advisors and regulatory authorities.
• Monitor changes in tax legislation, governance requirements, and internal policies, implementing updates where required.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate tax risks through robust controls and compliance frameworks.
• Support the preparation of half-year and full-year statutory reporting requirements.
• Partner with finance, legal, and operational teams to ensure tax considerations are embedded in business activities.
• Build tax capability across the organisation through collaboration, knowledge sharing, and training.
• Lead and contribute to tax-related projects, technical reviews, and ad hoc business initiatives.

What you'll bring:

• CA/CPA/CTA or equivalent professional qualification, with a degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• At least five years' experience across corporate tax, compliance and tax advisory, ideally within a listed or large private organisation.
• Strong technical knowledge of Australian corporate tax, with experience across international tax and transfer pricing matters.
• Proven ability to provide practical, commercially focused advice on complex tax matters.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, including experience working with senior leaders, external advisers and regulatory authorities.
• A collaborative, proactive and organised approach, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality outcomes.

Why AACo?

We're a values-led organisation where curiosity, generosity and accountability guide how we work. We care deeply about our people, our animals and the land on which we live and work, and we're proud of our legacy - one that's rooted in history and driven by innovation.

• Tailored career development and leadership growth opportunities
• Flexible work arrangements to support balance and wellbeing
• Access to industry-leading training and mentoring
• A collaborative, inclusive culture where your impact is valued
• Connection to a meaningful purpose