Hiring Manager: Daniel Francis Portelli
Recruiter: Aislinn Roche
This is a great opportunity to work in an organisation with a strong purpose of being dedicated to transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve the health of patients around the world.
Reporting to the Accounting & Controls Manager ANZ, this role is responsible for the coordination of financial reporting, tax compliance, and audit activities across multiple legal entities.
This role operates within a supported environment, partnering closely with internal stakeholders and external advisors, and is focused on ownership, oversight, and coordination rather than detailed technical preparation.
In addition to core reporting and compliance responsibilities, this role will play a key part in business integration activities (including M&A) and contribute to process improvement initiatives, supporting the development of a scalable and efficient Accounting & Controls function.
This position requires strong technical capability, sound judgement, and a proactive approach to managing risk, compliance, and continuous improvement.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Coordinate statutory financial reporting, working with external advisors who support technical preparation
- Act as the primary contact for external audit, managing timelines, queries, and stakeholder coordination
- Oversee and coordinate corporate income tax compliance, including:
- Income tax returns
- Transfer pricing
- Country-by-Country (CbC) reporting
- Support tax provision processes and ensure tax obligations are met in a timely and controlled manner
- Oversee indirect tax compliance processes (e.g. GST) in collaboration with internal teams
- Promote a strong internal control environment and support compliance activities
- Ensure financial processes are audit-ready, well-controlled, and aligned with corporate policies
- Support integration of newly acquired businesses into the local finance environment, including:
- Process and reporting alignment
- Coordination of entity restructuring and deregistration
- Partner with internal stakeholders to validate financial outputs and resolve accounting matters
- Contribute to process improvement initiatives, including simplification, standardisation, and automation
KEY COMPETENCIES REQUIRED FOR SUCCESS
Functional Expertise
Strong accounting and financial knowledge, mastery of systems, analytical tools, and data management. Able to identify trends, opportunities for improvement and a deep understanding of the purpose of each task and process.
Communication
Communicates effectively one-on-one and in groups. Openly shares knowledge and expertise. Listens actively and contributes to the open expression of ideas and opinions.
Collaboration
Works effectively with others across the team to achieve goals. Demonstrates proficient communication, and partnership in interactions with others.
Adaptability
Responds resourcefully, flexibly, and positively when faced with new challenges and demands. Moves forward productively and optimistically under conditions of change or uncertainty.
Relationship Building
Establishes and maintains strong relationships internally and externally. Contributes to a culture of respect, diversity, and inclusion. Earns the respect and trust of others through effective interpersonal skills, integrity and authenticity.
Influencing:
Wins support and acceptance for proposed changes and ideas through careful consideration of stakeholders needs and interests using persuasive communication.
YOUR EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
- At least 5 year’s experience in tax, accounting, or finance within a corporate environment, professional services, or a similar setting.
- Demonstrated experience in corporate tax (including income tax) and/or statutory financial reporting.
- Experience partnering with external advisors on tax compliance and reporting.
- A solid understanding of accounting standards.
- Exposure to audit, internal controls is an advantage, but not essential.
- CA / CPA qualified (or equivalent) is preferred.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret and review financial information.
- The ability to build positive relationships and collaborate effectively with cross functional stakeholders.
- A growth mindset, with genuine interest in continuous learning, process improvement and innovative ways of working.
WHY CHOOSE US?
- Great Place To Work Certified in 2024 & 2025
- Best Workplaces for Women in 2024 & 2025
- Inclusive Employee Resource Groups
- 2 Wellbeing Days per year
- Private health insurance contribution
- Ability to purchase additional Annual Leave
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Access to Employee Assistance Program
Requisition ID: 631357
