Hybrid Tax Consultant – R&D Tax

at MYOB

• Job title: Tax Consultant – R&D Tax
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Christchurch, New Zealand

About the role

• Tax Consultant at MYOB, providing R&D Tax, GST, and income tax expertise. Collaborating with the Finance team and supporting decision-making processes through tax governance.

Responsibilities

• Manage the R&D claim process across Australia and New Zealand while building strong relationships to gather relevant data from non-tax teams
• Provide expertise on R&D Tax, GST, and income tax compliance, ensuring accuracy in reporting and efficient processes
• Contribute to the preparation and review of transfer pricing documentation, intercompany agreements, income tax returns, and tax effect accounting calculations
• Maintain and enhance the tax governance framework, including policies, procedures, and tax controls testing
• Support internal projects such as tax research, M&A activities, post-acquisition integration, and process improvements
• Collaborate with the Senior Tax Manager, tax authorities, and advisors to address ad hoc tax matters and provide insights for decision-making

Requirements

• Proven experience in a chartered accounting or corporate environment, with a strong focus on corporate tax
• Proven ability to explain R&D tax concepts and collaborate effectively with non-tax team members to gather critical data
• Hands-on experience managing tax processes, including R&D tax claims, GST compliance, tax-effect accounting, income tax, and transfer pricing
• Solid grasp of tax legislation with a track record in maintaining governance, controls, and compliance standards
• Tech-savvy with advanced skills in Excel, Word, SharePoint, and familiarity with tax software (ideally CCH Integrator)
• Distinguished communication and project management skills, along with strong attention to details, and a positive, can-do attitude that excels both independently and within a team

Benefits

• Enjoy a flexible, hybrid workplace that brings balance to how you work
• Set up your home office with a little financial help from us, and take advantage of great corporate discounts and vouchers from top retailers
• Benefit from our partnership with Sonder, which supports the wellbeing of our team members
• Unlock your potential via in-house training and programs, LinkedIn Learning, conferences and study assistance
• Access to a variety of leave options available to support your wellbeing, including up to an additional four weeks of purchased leave, generous parental leave, domestic violence leave, transgender leave, community leave, study leave, and more
• Join our communities, built around ‘Wellness’, ‘Belonging’ and the ‘Planet’ where you can make a meaningful contribution