Associate Tax Director

Associate Tax DirectorAbout Acclime.At Acclime, we help businesses navigate Asia's diverse markets with practical, hands-on support.
With a presence in 15+ markets and a growing team of 1,800+ professionals in the fields of accounting, tax, fund administration, corporate secretarial, payroll and advisory services – making it the fastest growing firm in the sector.Joining Acclime means being part of a high-growth, collaborative environment where your work makes a real impact.
Whether you are an experienced professional or just starting out, you will have the chance to grow, take on leadership roles, and thrive in a company that values agility and teamwork.We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our organisation as an Associate Tax Director in our Tax Team.Role Overview:As an Associate Director – Tax Advisory , you will play a key leadership role in delivering strategic tax advice, managing complex transactions, and ensuring tax compliance across a variety of business scenarios.
Whether within a boutique advisory environment or an in-house corporate setting, you will bring a combination of deep technical expertise, sound commercial judgment, and strong client and stakeholder management skills.Key Responsibilities:Act as the Registered Tax Agent on record at Acclime Australia Group, including registration of Acclime Australia Tax Pty Ltd as a Tax Agent with the Tax Practitioners Board;Support the Head of Tax / Tax Director in developing and running the tax practice at Acclime AustraliaProvide general tax advice to Acclime Australia Group clients, including but not limited to matters in respect of cross-border taxation issues.
This canvasses verbal, e-mail and formal letters of tax advice;Identify and advise on tax planning opportunities to optimize corporate structures and shareholder outcomes;Provide tax advice to Acclime Australia Group management, including preparation and / or review and lodgement of annual tax returns and annual FBT returns for the Acclime Australia Group;Provide general support to the entire Acclime Group (includes Acclime Group overseas affiliates) as and when required in relation to Australian tax matters;Undertake meaningful business development activities, including issue, risk and opportunity identification with existing Acclime Australia clients and in developing prospective clients; proposal planning and delivery; networking and speaking engagements;Review and final sign-off of tax compliance items for clients – FBT returns, Income Tax Returns, ESS reporting and other such submissions to the ATO;Tax Agent on record, representing Acclime Australia Tax Pty Ltd on the annual R&D Applications.
The R&D Applications are prepared by the Acclime Group R&D Team and signed off by the R&D Director;Support the Head of Tax / Tax Director with managing the Tax Services practice including the Tax Services profit & loss to ensure the annual budget for any year is met; assist in the preparation of the annual budget; team development & training, including staff reviews;Liaising with the Australian Taxation Office;Act as a senior contact for clients or business stakeholders, offering strategic insights aligned with business goals;Review and sign off on technical tax analyses, memoranda, and compliance documentation;Interpret new and evolving tax legislation and assess the impact on client or company operations;Lead and mentor junior staff, ensuring quality, consistency, and professional development;Contribute to business development efforts or internal strategic initiative, including with our Associate