Title: Interim Tax Specialist - 12-14 Month Fixed Term Contract (Australia)
Description:
Australia. #Sydney Sharp & Carter: Interim Tax Specialist - 12-14
Month Fixed Term Contract. Interim Tax Specialist (12–14 Month FTC)
$130,000 – $150,000 Super Inner Southern Sydney location | 2 days in
office | 4.5 day week (Friday afternoons off) The Opportunity This is a
high-quality opportunity to join a globally recognised, US-owned
business operating in a complex, fast-paced environment across Australia
and New Zealand. Sitting within a lean and high-performing finance
function, this role offers end-to-end ownership of tax across ANZ , with
exposure to both local compliance and global reporting requirements.
You’ll operate as the standalone tax specialist locally , partnering
closely with regional tax leadership and external advisors on more
complex matters. Importantly, you’ll be stepping into an environment
where processes are already well-established, detailed and highly
efficient , allowing you to focus on execution, stakeholder engagement
and incremental improvement rather than building from scratch. This is a
12–14 month fixed-term contract , ideally suited to someone who can
step in quickly and add value from day one. The Role This is a broad and
hands-on position covering both direct and indirect tax , alongside
strong involvement in reporting and governance. Key responsibilities
include: Ownership of Australian & New Zealand tax compliance across
income tax, GST, FBT and payroll tax Preparation of tax reporting packs
for group, aligned to US and local reporting requirements Management of
tax provisioning (current and deferred), including reconciliations and
journal inputs Acting as the key point of contact for external advisors,
auditors and revenue authorities Supporting month-end and year-end
processes , particularly across tax balances Maintaining and enhancing
tax governance, controls and SOX compliance Supporting ad-hoc tax
projects and integration workstreams as required The Person We’re open
on profile, but you’ll ideally bring: 4–8 years experience in Australian
tax compliance and reporting CA / CPA qualified (or equivalent)
Background in Big 4 / mid-tier tax OR commercial environment Strong
technical grounding across corporate tax indirect taxes Experience in a
multinational or complex environment (highly regarded) Confident
stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to operate autonomously
Most importantly, you’ll be someone who is comfortable taking ownership
and working independently, and working closely with both finance and
non-finance stakeholders. Why This Role? Salary: up to $150,000 Super
Start ASAP/subject to notice True ownership of the ANZ tax function
Exposure to a global, US-headquartered business Work within a function
where processes are mature, structured and efficient Strong work-life
balance with a 4.5 day working week Flexible hybrid model ( 2 days in
office, Eveleigh ) Opportunity to make a tangible impact in a
well-structured, high-performing environment How to Apply For a
confidential discussion, please contact AJ Blyth at Sharp & Carter
on 0474 002 471 or email ajblyth@sharpandcarter.com.au . Alternatively,
click Apply to express your interest confidentially.. Publication: Tue,
31 Mar via techm.co.za #tax #preparer #career #australia via techm.co.za
Link: Interim Tax Specialist - 12-14 Month Fixed Term Contract (Australia)
Published: Tue, 31 Mar 2026 04:05:32 +0200
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