Senior Tax Analyst

About the role

KCB, a multidisciplinary engineering, geoscience and environmental consulting firm, is seeking an experienced Senior Tax Analyst for its Australia Finance team in Brisbane. Reporting to the Finance Manager, the role manages tax reporting, compliance and tax governance across the Australasian Business Unit and its international project locations, including Papua New Guinea, India and Indonesia. It works with the Global Tax and Corporate Reporting teams in Vancouver and external advisors, and helps manage tax risk and costs.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and review Australian and international corporate income tax returns and compliance obligations, including GST/VAT, withholding tax and fringe benefits tax.
• Prepare transactional analyses, tax workbooks, book-to-tax reconciliations and supporting schedules for KCB entities in Australia and other jurisdictions.
• Prepare quarterly and annual tax reporting, including current and deferred tax calculations, tax accruals, forecasts and financial statement support.
• Conduct domestic and international tax research, including legislation, treaties and cross-border tax risk assessments.
• Review proposals and contracts for tax implications such as withholding tax, permanent establishment and GST/VAT.
• Assist with international and cross-border matters, including transfer pricing, intercompany transactions and foreign reporting obligations.
• Maintain the tax compliance schedule and help improve tax systems, processes, governance and controls.
• Contribute to tax planning and the use of automation and emerging technology in the tax function.

Required profile

• Degree in Accounting, Commerce, Finance or a related discipline.
• CA or CPA qualification (or near completion).
• 4+ years of tax accounting experience in industry or public practice.
• Strong foundation in Australian corporate tax, indirect tax and compliance; international tax experience preferred.
• Experience with multiple legal entities, international operations and foreign currencies.

Required skills

• Sound technical knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards, tax accounting and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office with advanced Excel; experience with BST11 or a similar ERP system is an asset.
• Analytical, communication and problem-solving skills.

What we offer

• Additional superannuation of 2.5%.
• Income protection insurance.
• Parental and volunteer leave, and the option to purchase up to 15 extra annual leave days per year.
• Novated leasing and a hybrid working policy.
• Well-being programs, training and development opportunities.