Senior Corporate Tax Manager — Advisory & Leadership

RSM US LLP; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

RSM Australia is seeking a Corporate Tax Manager in Melbourne to advise clients and provide compliance on corporate tax matters across diverse industries. You will support Partners, mentor junior team members, and help deliver high-quality tax services.

This role offers exposure to advisory work, tax risk management, and opportunities to lead client engagements, contribute to business development, and grow within a collaborative, supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• 5–7+ years’ experience in tax advisory within Professional Services (Manager level) or 8+ years (Senior Manager level)
• Previous experience managing, mentoring and developing junior team members
• Strong client relationship and project management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to work autonomously while contributing positively to a team environment
• A proactive mindset with an interest in business development and client growth (particularly at Senior Manager level)

Responsibilities

• Advising clients on complex tax technical matters, including research and analysis of legislation and case law
• Providing commercial SME tax advisory support across a broad client portfolio
• Reviewing income tax returns, provisions and taxation consulting work
• Identifying and addressing tax risks, including understanding and applying relevant independence rules
• Drafting management letters in conjunction with Partners, delivering practical and commercially sound advice
• Supporting clients through transactions, restructures and ongoing advisory needs
• Advising clients on M&A transactions including structuring of transactions and conducting tax due diligence in conjunction with the Partners and other tax specialists.
• Coaching and mentoring junior team members and developing future leaders within the team
• Delivering internal technical training and contributing to the development of new products and services
• Assisting with business development activities and strengthening long‑term client relationships

Skills

Tax advisory

Mentoring

Client management

Communication

Education

Bachelor degree in Business / Commerce / Finance

CA or equivalent

Job description

RSM Australia is seeking a Corporate Tax Manager in Melbourne to advise clients and provide compliance on corporate tax matters across diverse industries. You will support Partners, mentor junior team members, and help deliver high-quality tax services.

This role offers exposure to advisory work, tax risk management, and opportunities to lead client engagements, contribute to business development, and grow within a collaborative, supportive team environment.