Manager, Australia Tax

Job Description

\n Manager, Australia Tax At KBR – We do things that matter. We deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 38,000 people worldwide with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in over 29 countries.

KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long-term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results. At KBR, We Deliver. Think.KBR.com KBR in Australia With over 65 years working on some of Australia’s largest and most complex projects, KBR has unmatched experience supporting the nation’s critical infrastructure, energy transition and national security priorities.

KBR has around 2,000 employees throughout Australia, who are focused on delivering innovative technology and engineering solutions for a safer, more secure and sustainable future. Learn more about KBR in Australia Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company.

That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and foster an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.The Opportunity:\n

Reporting to the International Tax Director, you will lead Australian and broader APAC tax activities, including compliance, tax accounting, reporting, forecasting, and advisory support. Partnering with business leaders across the organisation, you will provide practical tax guidance, support strategic initiatives, ensure compliance with tax regulations, and drive continuous improvement across tax processes and controls.

This is an opportunity to lead the Australian tax function while contributing to APAC initiatives within a global organisation.

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This is a permanent full-time opportunity and can be based in Brisbane (Preferred), Sydney, Melbourne, Canberra or Adelaide.

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The successful candidate must hold a Baseline security clearance or higher.

Responsibilities:\n

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• Manage direct and indirect tax compliance across Australia and designated APAC jurisdictions, ensuring timely and accurate lodgements.
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• Lead Australian corporate income tax compliance, tax accounting, forecasting, and reporting activities.
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• Oversee GST, VAT, PAYG and other indirect tax reporting obligations across applicable jurisdictions.
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• Prepare and maintain transfer pricing documentation and support transfer pricing compliance requirements.
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• Provide practical tax advice on business activities, contracts, acquisitions, restructures, and other strategic initiatives.
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• Manage relationships with tax authorities, including audits, reviews, enquiries, and regulatory matters.
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• Support statutory tax disclosures and the management of uncertain tax positions.
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• Partner with finance, legal, HR, treasury, commercial and operational teams to assess tax implications and support business decision‑making.
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• Maintain tax governance, SOX controls, and tax account reconciliations to ensure a strong control environment.
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• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across tax processes, systems, and controls, while supporting regional tax projects and business initiatives.
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As the ideal candidate you will bring:\n

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• A degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, or a related discipline CA, CPA, or equivalent professional qualification.
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• Significant experience in corporate tax, with strong expertise in Australian corporate income tax compliance, reporting, and tax accounting.
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• Sound knowledge of Australian tax legislation, tax provisioning, and governance requirements.
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• Experience managing direct and indirect tax obligations, including income tax, GST, and other regulatory reporting requirements.
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• Analytical and problem‑solving skills: ability to interpret complex tax legislation and provide practical, commercially focused advice.
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• Stakeholder management and communication skills: ability to build trusted relationships across finance, legal, HR, commercial, and operational teams.
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• Organisational and project management capabilities: ability to manage multiple priorities and meet competing deadlines.
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• Desirable Experience gained within a Big Four accounting firm, large multinational organisation, or similarly complex corporate environment.
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• Exposure to tax compliance, reporting, or advisory activities across multiple APAC jurisdictions.
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• Experience with transfer pricing compliance and documentation requirements.
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• Experience managing tax audits, ATO reviews, regulatory enquiries, and other tax authority interactions.
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• Familiarity with tax reporting systems and tools, including OneSource Tax Provision or similar software.
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• All candidates will be required to hold and maintain an active Baseline Defence Security Clearance.
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Desirable Experience:\n

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• Desirable Experience gained within a Big Four accounting firm, large multinational organisation, or similarly complex corporate environment.
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• Exposure to tax compliance, reporting, or advisory activities across multiple APAC jurisdictions.
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• Experience with transfer pricing compliance and documentation requirements.
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• Experience managing tax audits, ATO reviews, regulatory enquiries, and other tax authority interactions.
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• Familiarity with tax reporting systems and tools, including OneSource Tax Provision or similar software.
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What we will offer you:\n

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• A workplace culture certified as a Great Place To Work
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• Flexible working
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• Competitive salary (including annual reviews)
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• Paid parental leave
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• Income protection
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• Corporate rewards
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• Salary packaging/Novated leasing
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• Employee stock purchase plans
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• Flu shots, skin checks and discounted private health insurance
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• Career development: Online learning, mentorship and career pathways
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In everything we do, we are guided by our ONE KBR Values:\n

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• We Value Our People – We create diverse, inclusive environments in which each person can feel safe, respected and valued, and where everyone has opportunities to grow and reach their full potential.
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• We Deliver – We are uncompromising in our commitment to deliver innovative, high-quality, technology‑led solutions for our customers and exceptional, sustainable value for all our stakeholders.
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• We Are People of Integrity – We value honesty, trust, courage, fairness, prudence and tenacity.
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• We believe doing what’s right for the planet, the communities where we work, and our people is good for business.
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• We Empower – We empower our people with a shared purpose, the right tools and the supportive culture they need to be proactive decision‑makers, to be adaptive to change, and to succeed.
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• We Are a Team of Teams – We have a will to succeed, but we value the achievements of our team of teams over individual accomplishments.
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• Our collective focus makes us a better, stronger, more effective company.
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• We have also embedded environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles in every business operation and corporate function.
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• Not only are we committed to operating safely, sustainably and equitably, but we are also committed to using our capabilities and expertise to help our customers accomplish their sustainability goals.
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We have also embedded environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles in every business operation and corporate function. Not only are we committed to operating safely, sustainably and equitably, but we are also committed to using our capabilities and expertise to help our customers accomplish their sustainability goals.

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Worldwide, KBR employs a diverse workforce approximately 29,000 people strong, with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in 40 countries. At KBR, We Deliver.

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Shortlisting will take place as applications are received, therefore the advertisement may close early if a suitable candidate is identified.

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As a Major Service Provider of the Australian Defence Force, an AGSVA security clearance will be required and compliance to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

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KBR brings together the best and brightest to deliver science, technology and engineering solutions that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most critical missions and objectives. In everything we do, we are guided by our ONE KBR Values: We Value Our People – We create diverse, inclusive environments in which each person can feel safe, respected and valued, and where everyone has opportunities to grow and reach their full potential. We Deliver – We are uncompromising in our commitment to deliver innovative, high‑quality, technology‑led solutions for our customers and exceptional, sustainable value for all our stakeholders.

We Are People of Integrity – We value honesty, trust, courage, fairness, prudence and tenacity. We believe doing what’s right for the planet, the communities where we work, and our people is good for business. We Empower – We empower our people with a shared purpose, the right tools and the supportive culture they need to be proactive decision‑makers, to be adaptive to change, and to succeed.

We Are a Team of Teams – We have a will to succeed, but we value the achievements of our team of teams over individual accomplishments. Our collective focus makes us a better, stronger, more effective company. We have also embedded environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles in every business operation and corporate function.

Not only are we committed to operating safely, sustainably and equitably, but we are also committed to using our capabilities and expertise to help our customers accomplish their sustainability goals.

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