Tax Specialist

Quinn Allan; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Quinn Allan is recruiting a Tax Specialist for a large, globally recognised food brand in Melbourne. You will support Australian tax compliance across GST, FBT, income tax, payroll tax and R&D incentives, while coordinating with US and regional teams.

The role requires 4–5 years' Australian tax experience, CA/CPA qualification, and strong Excel/SAP skills. You will engage external advisors, assist with tax provisioning and contribute to broader finance initiatives.

Qualifications

• 4–5 years' experience in Australian tax compliance and reporting.
• Tertiary qualification in Accounting or Finance with CA or CPA.
• Strong knowledge of Australian tax legislation.
• Experience with US GAAP reporting beneficial.
• Experience with ERP systems and SAP is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage Australian tax compliance across GST, FBT, income tax, payroll tax and R&D tax incentives.
• Prepare tax reporting packs for US Corporate and Regional Tax teams, ensuring compliance with Australian and US GAAP requirements.
• Support tax provisioning, including current and deferred tax calculations, reconciliations and journal entries.
• Manage relationships with external tax advisors and support tax audits and regulatory enquiries.
• Complete balance sheet reconciliations, particularly across tax-related accounts, and assist with month-end and year-end reporting.
• Review the Fixed Asset Register, ensuring appropriate tax depreciation and asset write-offs.
• Support internal controls, SOX compliance and tax governance requirements.
• Assist with integration-related tax projects and broader finance initiatives.

Skills

GST compliance

Tax reporting

US GAAP awareness

Excel skills

ERP experience

FMCG experience

Tax audits

Education

CA or CPA qualification

Accounting/Finance degree

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

Job description

Tax Specialist| Large FMCG Business
An opportunity exists for an experienced Tax Specialist to join a large, globally recognised food brand within the FMCG industry. Reporting to the Financial Controller, this role will support the Australian tax compliance and reporting function, working closely with global and regional tax teams and key internal stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage Australian tax compliance across GST, FBT, income tax, payroll tax and R&D tax incentives.
• Prepare tax reporting packs for US Corporate and Regional Tax teams, ensuring compliance with Australian and US GAAP requirements.
• Support tax provisioning, including current and deferred tax calculations, reconciliations and journal entries.
• Manage relationships with external tax advisors and support tax audits and regulatory enquiries.
• Complete balance sheet reconciliations, particularly across tax-related accounts, and assist with month-end and year-end reporting.
• Review the Fixed Asset Register, ensuring appropriate tax depreciation and asset write-offs.
• Support internal controls, SOX compliance and tax governance requirements.
• Assist with integration-related tax projects and broader finance initiatives.

Skills & Experience

• Tertiary qualification in Accounting or Finance, with CA or CPA qualification.
• 4–5 years' experience across Australian tax compliance and reporting.
• Strong understanding of Australian tax legislation and regulatory requirements.
• Strong Excel skills and experience working with financial systems.
• SAP or other ERP experience highly regarded.
• Previous experience within FMCG or a multinational corporate environment advantageous.
• Exposure to US GAAP reporting and group tax consolidation processes beneficial.

The Opportunity

An excellent opportunity to join a household-name food business with a global presence, offering exposure to international tax operations, complex reporting requirements and broader finance integration initiatives.