Tax Accountant-Cho

Sims Metal; Sydney; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Competitive salary

Career development

Job summary

KBR is seeking an experienced Tax Manager to join our International Tax team in Australia. You will lead Australian and APAC tax activities, including compliance, accounting, reporting, forecasting and advisory support.

You will partner with business leaders to provide practical tax guidance, drive process improvements, and ensure governance across tax functions. This is a permanent full-time role across multiple Australian cities.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation or related discipline.
• CA, CPA or equivalent professional qualification.
• Experience in Australian corporate tax, tax accounting and reporting.
• Knowledge of Australian tax legislation and governance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage direct and indirect tax compliance across Australia and APAC.
• Lead corporate income tax compliance, accounting, forecasting and reporting.
• Oversee GST, VAT, PAYG and other indirect tax obligations.
• Prepare transfer pricing documentation and support TP compliance.
• Provide practical tax advice on contracts, restructures and strategic initiatives.
• Manage interactions with tax authorities, audits and regulatory matters.
• Maintain tax governance, SOX controls and tax account reconciliations.
• Drive continuous improvement across tax processes and systems.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Tax advisory

Business partnering

Problem solving

Education

Accounting/Finance degree

CA/CPA qualification

Tools

OneSource Tax Provision

Job description

Job Description

Our client is a global funds management firm who are seeking multiple 12 month contractors across Financial Accounting, Fund Accounting and Tax Accounting.

Financial Accounting:

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual client financial reports
• Ensure accuracy in financial statements and regulatory returns
• Manage reconciliations and ensure compliance with accounting standards
• Internal/external stakeholder management
• Support business transitions, system enhancements, and process improvements

Experience:

• 4+ years’ experience in financial services accounting or financial reporting
• Strong knowledge of fund accounting, reporting, and compliance
• Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• CA/CPA qualification and a degree in Business, Accounting, or a related field

Fund Accounting:

• Prepare and review unit pricing, fund accounting, and tax reports
• Ensure accuracy in regulatory and statutory reporting
• Manage client relationships and resolve queries professionally
• Support junior accountants through mentoring and review processes
• Assist with tax services including BAS/GST, distributions, and taxable income calculations

Experience:

• Experience in fund accounting, unit pricing, and tax reporting
• Strong technical accounting knowledge and analytical skills
• Ability to meet strict deadlines with high attention to detail
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Tax Accounting:

• Deliver accurate and timely tax reporting, including unit trust distributions and superannuation fund tax calculations.
• Review and maintain client tax profiles and security static data to ensure seamless reporting.
• Manage client relationships from a tax reporting perspective, handling queries and audits efficiently.
• Oversee tax risk management and compliance, ensuring adherence to operational policies.

Title: Manager, Australia Tax
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With over 65 years working on some of Australia's largest and most complex projects, KBR has unmatched experience supporting the nation's critical infrastructure, energy transition and national security priorities. KBR has around 2,000 employees throughout Australia, who are focused on delivering innovative technology and engineering solutions for a safer, more secure and sustainable future.

The Opportunity:

KBR is seeking an experienced Tax Manager to join our International Tax team. Reporting to the International Tax Director, you will lead Australian and broader APAC tax activities, including compliance, tax accounting, reporting, forecasting, and advisory support.

Partnering with business leaders across the organisation, you will provide practical tax guidance, support strategic initiatives, ensure compliance with tax regulations, and drive continuous improvement across tax processes and controls. This is an opportunity to lead the Australian tax function while contributing to APAC initiatives within a global organisation.

This is a permanent full-time opportunity and can be based in Brisbane (Preferred), Sydney, Melbourne, Canberra or Adelaide.

The successful candidate must hold a Baseline security clearance or higher.

Responsibilities:

• Manage direct and indirect tax compliance across Australia and designated APAC jurisdictions, ensuring timely and accurate lodgements.
• Lead Australian corporate income tax compliance, tax accounting, forecasting, and reporting activities.
• Oversee GST, VAT, PAYG and other indirect tax reporting obligations across applicable jurisdictions.
• Prepare and maintain transfer pricing documentation and support transfer pricing compliance requirements.
• Provide practical tax advice on business activities, contracts, acquisitions, restructures, and other strategic initiatives.
• Manage relationships with tax authorities, including audits, reviews, enquiries, and regulatory matters.
• Support statutory tax disclosures and the management of uncertain tax positions.
• Partner with finance, legal, HR, treasury, commercial and operational teams to assess tax implications and support business decision-making.
• Maintain tax governance, SOX controls, and tax account reconciliations to ensure a strong control environment.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across tax processes, systems, and controls, while supporting regional tax projects and business initiatives.

As the ideal candidate you will bring:

• A degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, or a related discipline
• CA, CPA, or equivalent professional qualification.
• Significant experience in corporate tax, with strong expertise in Australian corporate income tax compliance, reporting, and tax accounting.
• Sound knowledge of Australian tax legislation, tax provisioning, and governance requirements.
• Experience managing direct and indirect tax obligations, including income tax, GST, and other regulatory reporting requirements.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills: ability to interpret complex tax legislation and provide practical, commercially focused advice.
• Stakeholder management and communication skills: ability to build trusted relationships across finance, legal, HR, commercial, and operational teams.
• Organisational and project management capabilities: ability to manage multiple priorities and meet competing deadlines.

Desirable

• Experience gained within a Big Four accounting firm, large multinational organisation, or similarly complex corporate environment.
• Exposure to tax compliance, reporting, or advisory activities across multiple APAC jurisdictions.
• Experience with transfer pricing compliance and documentation requirements.
• Experience managing tax audits, ATO reviews, regulatory enquiries, and other tax authority interactions.
• Familiarity with tax reporting systems and tools, including OneSource Tax Provision or similar software.

What we will offer you:

• A workplace culture certified as a Great Place To Work
• Flexible working
• Competitive salary (including annual reviews)
• Paid parental leave
• Income protection
• Corporate rewards
• Salary packaging/Novated leasing
• Employee stock purchase plans
• Flu shots, skin checks and discounted private health insurance
• Career development: Online learning, mentorship and career pathways

If you're ready to shape tomorrow, let's get started.

Please note. Shortlisting will take place as applications are received, therefore the advertisement may close early if a suitable candidate is identified.

As a Major Service Provider of the Australian Defence Force, an AGSVA security clearance will be required and compliance to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). As such, our hiring decisions are based on the key requirements of each role and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and experiences.

Notice to Third Parties/Recruitment Agencies: KBR Australia does not accept unsolicited resumes or any liability associated with fees or costs from recruitment agencies, search firms or third parties who have not been engaged directly on this job opportunity. Candidates interested in applying are welcome to submit their application online.