Senior Tax Accountant

Job Description
Overview
This role is responsible for maintaining tax process and governance frameworks to provide assurance to management of compliance with tax regulations and the Tax Risk Governance Policy. The role is required to prepare of tax compliance and tax reporting of the corporate taxation, indirect taxes and assist the wider global tax management of MUFG Corporate Markets for Asia Pacific.
Key Accountabilities and main responsibilities
Strategic Focus
Responsible for preparing tax filings in Asia Pacific (Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong and other countries as required), including full analysis to highlight positions taken (including any third party advice obtained and the alternatives considered)
Support tax management on various initiatives including tax reviews, tax modelling or forecasting and correspondence/dealings with tax authorities
Comprehensive understanding of regulations to ensure compliance and proactively perform additional ad-doc tasks as requested across all taxes, as necessary
Operational Management
Preparation of corporate income tax, indirect tax filings (GST) and employer tax filings in Asia Pacific
Preparation of tax reporting for monthly management reporting and ASX reporting every six months for Asia Pacific
Prepare all income tax related ancillary filings - e.g. Country-by-Country Reporting notifications, franking account return in Australia
Calculation of corporate tax instalments for all jurisdictions
Ensuring balance sheet reconciliations are prepared for current and deferred taxes quarterly
Detailed review of distributable income calculations for managed investment funds, and liaising with external tax parties
Review of BAS' for managed investments funds
Ensuring timely delivery of various reporting requirements including ICR calculation and reporting to clients
Perform accurate and timely ITR recut calculation
Ensure effective KPI reporting on daily deliveries, with focus on ownership and escalating matters where required
People Leadership
Foster a culture of evolving daily operational processes, recommending and implementing changes that drive continuous improvement, making processes simpler and more efficient for all
Identify process change to improve tax reporting and governance, with the assistance of tax management
Develop, implement and maintain effective and transparent communication strategies to ensure your team members are kept up to date with any organisational or legislative change
Training and knowledge sharing with all the finance team on taxation requirements, with the assistance of tax management
Assist with documentation or procedures and processes to meet tax authority requirements
Develop and train the tax compliance team and Finance team on taxation processes
Collaborate closely with the team and the broader organization to achieve shared goals, treating all colleagues and clients as valued partners
Governance & Risk
Help maintain the low-risk strategy in compliance with Tax Risk Governance Policy and other related policies
Ensure corporate tax processes are suitably documented and understood, with the assistance of tax management
IAS preparation and submission
Regular reviews of Tax Reporting processes and procedures with a view to implementing efficiency and accuracy improvements
Adopt a risk management culture, and effectively limit risk exposure to MUFG Corporate Markets with strategies to mitigate risk
The above list of key accountabilities is not an exhaustive list and may change from time-to-time based on business needs.
Experience & Personal Attributes
3+ years' experience in an accounting practice or managing taxation having responsibility of taxation filings and process
Degree in Accounting or Finance required
Demonstrated experience in tax accounting reporting and good understanding of current accounting standards
Outstanding analytical and problem-solving abilities that lead to effective decision making and practical solutions
Ongoing monitoring and improvement of risk and compliance controls
Excellent written & verbal communication to engage with people at all levels of the organisation and build strong relationships and trust with clients and internal stakeholders
Experience in distribution for managed funds in Australia
Flexible and responsive, able to work to tight deadlines
Attention to detail - ensure accuracy and efficiency of daily tasks and high personal standards in all work areas
Team orientation - works with the team and the broader organization towards shared goals and treats all colleagues and clients as partners
Excellent numeracy skills and strong written and verbal skills
Above average PC skills using Word and other Accounting or Tax software products
Proficient in Microsoft Suite, in particular advanced level in MS Excel
About Us
MUFG Pension & Market Services is a global, digitally enabled business connecting millions of people with their assets - safely, securely and responsibly.
Through our two businesses MUFG Retirement Solutions and MUFG Corporate Markets, we partner with a diversified portfolio of global clients to provide robust, efficient and scalable services, purpose-built solutions and modern technology platforms that deliver world class outcomes and experiences.
A member of MUFG, a global financial group, we help manage regulatory complexity, improve data management and connect people with their assets, through exceptional user experience that leverages the expertise of our people combined with scalable technology, digital connectivity and data insights.
About the Team
Our MUFG Corporate Markets division provides clients with a comprehensive corporate market offering that connects issuers to their stakeholders. Our uniquely integrated range of corporate markets capabilities includes shareholder management and analytics, stakeholder engagement, share and unit registry, and employee share plans. We also offer company secretarial support, as well as various specialist offerings such as insolvency solutions. We operate in twelve countries throughout Australasia, Asia, Africa, the Middle East, United Kingdom and Europe.
Our teams combine a wealth of industry experience with a rigorous focus on client management to deliver a premium service underpinned by market leading digital technology provided by our Technology division.
MUFG Pension & Market Services is building a dynamic, client focused, caring and inclusive culture that is built on the foundations of an entrepreneurial spirit, effective risk management, empathy and trust, and underpinned by its core values.
We are an inclusive employer whose people work collaboratively. We encourage, support and value the various talents and perspectives of our people and promote a flexible and blended work environment where our people can thrive and their wellbeing is supported. We know that diversity drives better client outcomes, continuous improvement, and growth. Be part of the MUFG Pension & Market Services journey and together we will achieve our full potential.
We treat all individuals fairly and equitably and do not discriminate on the basis of diverse characteristics including, but not limited to gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity, cultural background, physical abilities/disabilities, religious or political belief, marital or family status or carers responsibilities.
Candidates must have the relevant work rights to be considered for an opportunity at MUFG Pension & Market Services. Successful applicants will be required to complete background screening prior to commencement of employment.
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