Tax Manager/Associate Director

JobSpace; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 130,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work

Qualifications subsidy

Health insurance

Income protection

22 days annual leave

Social events

Well-being focus

Sustainability focus

Job summary

Deloitte New Zealand's Tax team in Hamilton is seeking an experienced Manager or Associate Director to lead and develop a high-performing tax team. You will manage client portfolios across SME and corporate tax matters, driving delivery of compliant and strategic tax outcomes.

With strong tax technical skills and a hands-on leadership style, you will set direction, deliver exceptional client service and contribute to the growth of the Hamilton practice in a dynamic Waikato environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in tax compliance and advisory environment.
• Accounting qualification and NZ tax knowledge.
• Strong leadership and client-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of SME and corporate tax work.
• Advise on a wide range of business tax matters from compliance to planning.
• Lead and develop team members to deliver high performance.
• Ensure timely delivery of tax obligations and statutory deadlines.

Skills

Tax compliance

Tax advisory

Leadership

Client service

NZ tax knowledge

Education

Accounting qualification

Job description

Join us. But be you. At Deloitte, you'll do more than just join something, you'll add something. You've found a place that values your curiosity, passion, and desire to work alongside brilliant people on the things that really matter. There really is only one question: What impact do YOU want to make?

Deloitte New Zealand's Tax team is widely regarded as experts and leaders in their field. We are looking for an experienced Manager or Associate Director to join our Hamilton based team. You will be an experienced tax professional wanting to take the next step in your career with a leading brand.

As a Manager / Associate Director, you will enjoy leading others and supporting them to make an impact that matters. You will set the direction to deliver exceptional client service. You will demonstrate strong tax technical skills and a hands-on approach to ensure our practice development, with the opportunity to make a real contribution to the success of our Hamilton team.

You will be responsible for managing a portfolio of clients ranging in size and covering a broad range of SME and corporate tax issues. Our Hamilton office sits on the banks of the Waikato River so you can enjoy both a scenic outlook and the opportunities from working in a vibrant city and the growing Waikato region. In Hamilton the clients we help include small to medium-size enterprises, high net worth individuals and family groups, large multi-national companies and agricultural businesses.

Job Description

You will be helping clients mitigate risk, meet compliance obligations and statutory deadlines and realise business goals. Your typical day may include:

• Advising on a wide range of business tax matters from compliance to planning
• Preparing /reviewing income tax provisions for the purpose of reporting in financial statements
• Assisting clients in the resolution of tax disputes.
• Applying knowledge of current and pending tax legislation.
• Delivering exceptional client service; maximising results and driving high performance from people while fostering collaboration.
• Acting as a role model and recognising others for the impact they make.
• Developing high-performing people and team through challenging and meaningful opportunities.
• Influencing clients, teams, and individuals positively, leading by example and establishing confident relationships.
• Improving work efficiency, effectiveness and client service by using common technology tools.

Qualifications

Bring your broad NZ Tax knowledge and see what impact you can make.

You’ll also have:

• 5+ years+ work experience in a tax compliance and advisory environment.
• A professional qualification in accounting.
• A strong understanding of end-to-end tax processes & the NZ tax environment.
• Excellent team player and proven leadership and management skills.
• Results driven & client oriented.
• Ability to demonstrate management flair, drive and identify business development opportunities.
• A drive to develop people and grow their career.

Additional Information

We are driven by our desire to create positive outcomes for our clients, communities, and people. Everything we do is with intent - the intent to make a meaningful difference.

Our shared values are at the heart of everything we do. Living these values, including 'taking care of each other' and 'fostering inclusion', is essential to ensuring everyone feels included at work and able to reach their full potential. For us to succeed and thrive as an organisation, we understand the importance of creating a culture where diverse perspectives matter and where everyone is given an equal opportunity to grow and develop.

We hold a simple belief - that our people's hard work should be recognised and rewarded beyond their remuneration. The Deloitte experience is founded on concepts of trust, balance, wellbeing and the importance of personal connection.

We offer you:

• Flexible work arrangements - work in a way that suits you, us and our clients best
• Subsidised professional qualifications and paid professional memberships
• Subsidised health insurance
• Income protection insurance
• 22 days annual leave
• Social events, social sports teams, and monthly firm drinks
• A focus on wellness and well-being
• A focus on the environment and sustainability
• Plus much more

Please note that this advert will continue to run until all positions are filled.

We believe the strongest teams are made up of diverse individuals and we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We recognise that women and individuals from under-represented backgrounds may hesitate to apply if they don't meet all criteria. If you're passionate about this role and believe you have the skills, we encourage you to apply, even if your experience, ideal working hours or qualifications aren't a perfect match.