Tax Manager

We are SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories around the world.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Tax Manager to join our Finance team at our Australian Headquarters location at Perth Airport. Reporting to our General Manager Finance (CFO), you will be responsible for managing all direct and indirect tax compliance, international tax and advisory for our Australian and PNG businesses.

Primary Responsibilities include, however not limited to:

• Working with our finance team and external advisors to ensure the timely completion and lodgement of all direct, indirect and international tax compliance obligations.
• Working with SGS Group Tax and external advisors to prepare all required Transfer Pricing documentation and compliance.
• Responsible for tax effect accounting and reporting for the SGS Australia group.
• Providing tax advice and support to the business and functions on a variety of transactions, projects, structuring and contract reviews.
• Overseeing tax governance and risk management and implementation of SGS Group Tax policies.
• Supporting in ATO representations and engagements.
• Develop and maintain working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Develop and provide ongoing training to the broader finance team and internal stakeholders.

About you:

• CA / CPA with 8 to 10 years of corporate and international tax experience gained through working in practice or industry/commerce.
• Deep knowledge of tax rules and reporting obligations for both direct and indirect tax laws.
• Commitment to maintaining and advancing technical knowledge.
• Strong attention to detail and high standards of accuracy.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to foster a team-oriented environment, working collaboratively with cross-functional departments leading with a positive, motivating, and encouraging attitude.
• Exceptional organisational skills and the ability to work autonomously, manage and influence.
• Advanced skills in MS Office products.

WHY WORK FOR SGS?

Working at SGS means joining an innovative, Global company. Here are some of the benefits to working for SGS. 

•    As a company, we have embraced the shift to flexible work
•    Sustainability is embedded in our culture and the way we do business
•    Paid parental leave
•    Paid time for volunteering day and blood donations
•    Corporate health & wellbeing offers
•    Ongoing learning & development 
•    Career development opportunities (Nationally and Globally)
•    SGS Rewards: Our employee benefits platform with access to retail and online discounts and cashback

COME TO WORK AND BE 100% YOU

SGS Australia supports a diverse workforce, we encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures – including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the LGBTQI+ community and people living with disability. Providing employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people is an important part of our SGS Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP). We truly believe the diversity among us will continue to foster a strong, innovative, and forward-thinking workplace.

SGS Australia acknowledges and pays respect to the past, present and future Traditional Custodians and Elders of this nation and the continuation of cultural, spiritual, and educational practices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.