10 April 2025
Interim Tax Accountant

 April 10, 2025 
Consult Recruitment NZ > 10 April 2025Interim Tax Accountant

10 April 2025
Interim Tax Accountant

About the Company

A global manufacturer with a strong market presence across ANZ, and commitment to sustainable and ethical business practices. With a collaborative, high-performance culture and supportive leadership, it offers exciting opportunities to grow within a world-class finance team.

About the Role

This role has come about due to the incumbent stepping up into a new role so while they decide on the requirements long term they wish to bring in some short term cover.

This contract role is a fantastic opportunity for a tax professional to dive into hands-on compliance work with a short-term focus. You'll manage tax processes across NZ and Australia, GST, FBT, while contributing to internal controls, system processes, and cross-border tax matters. Enjoy variety, impact, and the backing of a highly capable team.

Key Responsibilities
  • Oversee end-to-end tax compliance and reporting for NZ and Australian entities
  • Own and optimise tax processes, ensuring accuracy across billing, reporting, and SAP system updates.
  • Manage tax journals in SAP supporting month-end processes and audits.
  • Liaise with supply chain and commercial teams to ensure tax compliance and process improvements.
  • Coordinate with external advisors and global teams on transfer pricing and other international tax requirements.
So Who Are You And What Is Your Profile?

You must be available to start within 2 weeks. 

Ideally you will have a tax background but open to a very strong Financial Accountant with exposure to and a longer term interest in moving into tax work.
  • CA/ACCA/ACA/CPA qualified or on the pathway, with a tertiary degree in accounting, commerce or a related field
  • 5 years’ experience in tax, accounting or audit, ideally within a large multinational or chartered firm
  • Strong understanding of NZ and Australian tax compliance frameworks
  • Experience working with SAP 
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with confidence engaging cross-functionally
  • Analytical mindset with the ability to identify and implement practical solutions
  • Highly organised, proactive, and able to meet deadlines under pressure
  • Comfortable working hands-on with systems and data, while contributing to wider business strategy
  • If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves and take ownership of a key tax function in a dynamic trans-Tasman business, we’d love to hear from you.
What's on offer?

  • A quick start role 
  • Based in South Auckland
  • Chance to work for a global manufacturer with exposure across both Australia and New Zealand 
  • 3 months initial contract - potential for longer term/permanent
  • $50-65 per hour depending on experience 
To apply please click the link below, applications will be handled by Caileen at Consult recruitment - please allow a few days for us to review CV's.

Studies have shown that women and people from under-represented backgrounds are less likely to apply for roles where they don't match the job description criteria exactly. If you're excited about this role, but your experience aligns less than 100%, we encourage you to apply.
  • Hands on tax role covering Aus & NZ
  • Quick start role - Initial 3 months but potential for permanent
  • Based in South Auckland - Hourly rate $50-65 GST per hour

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