Tax Manager

• Join a trusted tax team advising on major deals, M&A, and risk
• Drive impact through tax structuring, compliance, and business partnering
• Full time permanent opportunity | CBD Location - Sydney or Adelaide

Join a team that's All Kinds of Useful

At Origin, being useful is more than a tagline - it's how we approach work every day. As a collective, we're a team that thrives on finding better ways, working together, and owning our impact. From powering homes to delivering award-winning internet and helping to lead Australia's energy transition. If you're driven by purpose and excited to be part of something bigger, we'd love to have you on the journey.

About the role:

This role sits within Group Tax and is primarily focused on delivery high-value tax advisory services with a strong emphasis on M&A and corporate transactions.

As a Tax Manager, you'll partner with key business stakeholders to provide expert advice on complex tax matters, support structuring and transactions, and help manage tax risks. You will also support tax risk management, work closely with external advisors, and contribute to tax compliance and reporting obligations as needed.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Operate as a business partner and technical income tax advisor for commercial and finance teams within the Origin Group, providing tax advice/input on projects, transactions and contracts.
• Manage tax structuring and due diligence for M&A, divestments, and corporate restructures.
• Assist with the review and lodgement of Direct Tax compliance deliverables including income tax returns, PAYG instalments, and R&D tax incentive claims.
• Support tax effect accounting (TEA) processes for financial reporting, including deferred tax and provisioning as required.
• Liaise with external tax advisors and service providers to ensure compliance obligations are met effectively.
• Mentor and support junior team members, sharing technical knowledge and best practices.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives for the Group Tax Team.
• Build effective working relationships with internal stakeholders and external authorities such as the ATO.

Skills & Requirements

• Minimum 7-10 years' experience in Australian corporate income tax, with a strong focus on tax advisory and M&A within a large corporate environment and/or Big 4 accounting firm or a leading law firm.
• Degree in Accounting, Commerce or Law, with relevant professional qualification (e.g., CA, CPA, CTA or equivalent).
• Demonstrated experience advising on M&A transactions, due diligence, contract negotiations, and complex income tax issues.
• Experience in reviewing income tax returns, PAYG, R&D tax incentives, and familiarity with transfer pricing and cross-border tax issues.
• Exposure to tax effect accounting is desirable.
• Proven ability to work with external tax advisors and manage stakeholder relationships.
• Familiarity with tax and accounting systems (e.g., SAP S/4 HANA) is advantageous.
• Prior experience in the energy and resources sector is desirable.

So, why join us?

• 20 weeks of paid leave for primary carers with flexible return options.
• Thrive in a culture of personal and professional growth.
• Enjoy a central CBD location with access to parking and public transport.
• Purchase up to four additional weeks of leave annually.
• Engage in opportunities through the Origin Foundation to support your community.
• Powering your career with unbeatable perks - Get discounted electricity, gas, and internet as an Origin employee.
• Explore unique and cost-effective employee EV Car subscriptions.

Origin - Where good change happens

At Origin, we're powered by people who believe in creating change.

We are committed to fostering a diverse, gender equitable workforce, where everyone is welcome, and all applications are evaluated on merit and potential. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, people living with disabilities, culturally diverse people, any stage in life, people with intersex variations and people within LGBTQ+ communities, including trans and gender diverse.

Enjoy a challenging career in an exciting industry where you can grow and explore your potential. If you think you have transferable skills, an appetite to learn and would be a great fit, we'd love to hear from you.

Here's a little about us:

Background checks may be required to determine your suitability for this position as part of the recruitment process and during your employment. These checks may include police checks, AusCheck, medical assessment and/or drug and alcohol testing.

Please note unsolicited CVs from agencies will not be accepted.

Origin recognises Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples as the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia, and we pay our respects to Elders past, present and future.