Associate Director – Group Tax Reporting & Accounting (Male) / Associate Director – Group Tax Reporting & Accounting (Female)

About the Role

The Associate Director of Group Tax - Reporting and Accounting is a newly created position for a high-performing tax accounting and reporting expert with significant IT experience, particularly in Oracle HFM.

The ideal candidate will possess over 20 years of experience in tax accounting and reporting and will be an integral part of Amcor’s Group Tax leadership team. A strong understanding of US GAAP, business combinations, and integration is essential. Additionally, the candidate must demonstrate detailed knowledge of Oracle HFM systems and familiarity with various other IT/accounting systems, as a key responsibility of this role will involve the integration of tax systems and processes between Amcor and Berry.

Key Job Accountabilities

Reporting and Analysis

• Lead and manage the preparation and review of tax disclosures in Amcor’s group US GAAP accounts.
• Oversee the Amcor Group US GAAP tax reporting processes, including quarterly, full-year, and budget processes for key items such as tax expense, tax provision, deferred taxes, effective tax rate, and cash tax.
• Collaborate with the VP Tax and other Tax Directors to investigate and manage variances to budget/forecast tax expense, provision, and effective tax rate.
• Manage the Amcor group's cash repatriation process to ensure compliance with internal funding structures.

Systems and Processes

• Integrate the Amcor and Berry tax systems.
• Implement appropriate tax data collection systems and policies.
• Work with internal audit to ensure effective tax risk and review programs are in place.
• Develop, implement, and maintain internal controls and processes, including the coordination of Amcor tax policies documentation.

Tax Policies, Procedures, and Strategy

• Formulate tax policies in alignment with Amcor Group policies and procedures.
• Manage Amcor’s tax risk management framework to ensure effective monitoring of worldwide taxation risks.
• Assist the Group Tax leadership team in the development and deployment of the group’s tax strategy.
• Identify opportunities for enhancement and development of Amcor's tax strategy and function.

Country by Country Reporting and Pillar Two Implementation

• Lead compliance with OECD Pillar Two requirements, including implementing systems and processes for accurate calculation and reporting.
• Oversee the preparation, review, and filing of the annual Country-by-Country Report (CbCR) ensuring alignment with local regulatory requirements.
• Provide technical analysis and guidance on global minimum tax rules to senior management.
• Monitor legislation and OECD guidelines to manage compliance obligations effectively.

Tax Advisory and Planning

• Collaborate with VPs of Finance to provide tax input on cross-border issues affecting Amcor.
• Advise on commercial issues and projects across various departments.
• Develop strategies to respond to regulatory changes that may impact Amcor’s tax profile.

Structuring, Projects, and Other Initiatives

• Provide specialist tax input for acquisitions, divestments, and group reorganizations.
• Manage the Amcor Group's legal structure and related tax issues.
• Ensure compliance with local jurisdictional authorities regarding tax matters.

Transfer Pricing

• Develop and maintain internal controls and policies to manage tax risk within regional businesses.
• Support teams in identifying tax-efficient planning opportunities.

Tax Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with Amcor’s SOX Control Environment requirements.
• Document and assess the effectiveness of internal tax SOX controls.
• Contribute to the Tax Risk register oversight.

People Management

• Set clear and challenging goals for direct reports aligned with company strategy.
• Foster a positive team environment and encourage collaboration.
• Provide constructive feedback and development opportunities.

Knowledge and Relationship Management

• Monitor changes in revenue laws to evaluate their impact on Group operations.
• Build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Continuous improvement of the tax function through training and development initiatives.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Relevant tertiary qualifications (accounting, finance, law, etc.).
• CPA qualified (or equivalent) or tax qualification.
• A minimum of 20 years of significant tax experience in a public accounting firm or industry position.
• Experience with Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) or financial consolidation tools, particularly Oracle Hyperion Financial Management (HFM).
• Strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
• Project management and analytical skills with a high attention to detail.

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