Tax Manager

William Buck; City of Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working environment

Comprehensive professional development

Support from a Dedicated Career Care Coach

Regular social and team events

Job summary

William Buck in Melbourne is seeking a Tax Manager to join our Melbourne Tax Services team. This role offers exposure to a diverse client base and a broad range of tax matters, including advisory and compliance. Ideal candidates should possess strong technical expertise and people leadership skills, with a clear pathway for future career progression.

You will deliver high-quality tax services, manage client engagements, and contribute to the growth of the Tax Services division while ensuring excellent client relationships and team development.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in business tax at Manager level.
• Proven experience in a tax advisory or professional services environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality tax advisory and compliance services.
• Manage and mentor team members effectively.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.

Skills

Tax advisory experience

People leadership

Client relationship management

Technical expertise in tax

Education

Relevant university qualification

Postgraduate qualifications (CA, CTA, Masters of Tax)

Job description

At William Buck, we know that talent and growth go hand in hand. You should be valued for what you bring and respected for where you want to go. We’re big enough to challenge the larger firms on the complexity of work, but small enough that you’ll feel genuinely part of a team where your contributions are recognised, your voice is heard, and you’re supported to thrive.

We’re more than just Accountants and Advisors. We create positive change in the lives of our clients and our people. William Buck people enjoy better careers because we care. It’s that simple.

Opportunity

We’re looking for a Tax Manager to join our Melbourne Tax Services team. This role offers exposure to a diverse client base and a broad range of tax matters, including domestic and cross-border advisory and compliance. You’ll work closely with Partners and other service lines to deliver high-quality outcomes, while also leading and developing a growing team.

This role would suit an experienced Tax professional who enjoys combining strong technical expertise with people leadership and client relationships, and who is looking for a clear pathway to future career progression.

Your Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality tax advisory and compliance services across corporate and international tax matters, including complex transactions and CbC reporting
• Provide technically sound, commercial advice to clients operating across a range of industries and jurisdictions
• Assist with complex technical issues and ATO matters, working closely with Partners
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor
• Manage and mentor team members, including delegation, coaching, performance management and development
• Contribute to the strategic planning and growth of the Tax Services division
• Identify business development opportunities and support cross-division collaboration
• Ensure work is delivered on time, within budget, and in line with quality standards

What We’re Looking For

• A relevant university qualification with 5+ years’ experience in business tax (Manager level)
• Postgraduate qualifications such as CA, CTA and/or a Masters of Tax
• Proven experience in a tax advisory or professional services environment
• Strong technical capability across corporate and/or international tax
• Demonstrated experience managing client engagements and leading teams
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A collaborative, relationship-driven approach aligned to our CARE values
• Strong attention to detail, commercial acumen, and the ability to juggle competing priorities

The William Buck Difference

• Our commitment to your success goes beyond the role. At William Buck, you’ll enjoy:
• A flexible and hybrid working environment, with work–life balance front of mind
• Comprehensive professional development, including funded external study and professional memberships
• Support from a Dedicated Career Care Coach to help guide your development and progression
• Regular social and team events, including EOFY and Christmas celebrations
• CSR initiatives, diversity & inclusion events, and monthly team activities
• Exposure to global clients through our international network
• A supportive culture with a clear pathway for long‑term career growth

If this role sounds like a great fit, we’d love to hear from you. At William Buck, we believe our differences make us stronger. We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to creating an inclusive, respectful, and supportive workplace for all. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.