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Group Tax Lead

Preston Permanent Work from Home or Hybrid View Job Description
This Group Tax Lead will take ownership of direct and indirect tax compliance, reporting, and advisory activities within the FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods) industry. You will bring sound judgement to financial reporting and tax-related work, supporting informed business decisions.
  • Broad in-house tax role with strong development opportunities
  • Ideal first move from Big 4 or mid-tier tax practice

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established Australian business with a sizeable operational footprint and a collaborative finance team based in Preston. They offer a hands-on environment where team members are given broad responsibilities, strong support, and opportunities to develop their technical expertise.

Job Description

  • Manage income tax, GST, and FBT compliance and reporting obligations.
  • Prepare and review tax calculations, tax effect accounting, and deferred tax balances.
  • Support year-end and month-end tax reporting requirements.
  • Assist with tax governance, risk management, and compliance processes.
  • Partner with internal stakeholders and external advisers on tax-related matters.
  • Contribute to transfer pricing, Pillar Two, and R&D tax projects with support from experienced advisers.
  • Monitor tax legislative changes and assess impacts on the business.
  • Drive continuous improvement of tax processes and controls.

The Successful Applicant

  • Strong practical capability across accounting and tax-related work.
  • Demonstrated experience across income tax, GST, and FBT.
  • Strong understanding of tax accounting, including deferred tax balances.
  • CA or CPA qualified (or near completion).
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships across the business.
  • Hands-on approach with a willingness to learn and develop.
  • Big 4 or mid-tier background preferred.

What's on Offer

  • Permanent Group Tax Lead position based in Preston.
  • Flexible hybrid working arrangement with two days per week in the office.
  • Competitive salary and package,
  • Industry role with broad and varied tax responsibilities across a growing business.
  • Exposure to complex tax matters and specialist projects.
  • Preston location with a collaborative and supportive team environment.
Contact
Lucy Agathangelou
Quote job ref
JN-102026-7127449
Phone number
+61 478 272 401

Job summary

Function
Accounting & Finance
Specialisation
Tax Accounting, Analysis & Management
Industry
Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG)
Location
Preston
Job Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Lucy Agathangelou
Consultant phone
+61 478 272 401
Job Reference
JN-102026-7127449
Work from Home
Work from Home or Hybrid

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. Michael Page acknowledge and pay our respects to the Traditional Custodians of the land we operate on.