WE ARE HIRING: Manager – Australian Taxation

Location: Colombo, Sri Lanka
Employment Type: Full-time
Work Arrangement: Full-time / AUS Calendar / AUS Shift
Company Industry: BPM / Finance & Accounting Outsourcing

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced and technically strong Manager – Australian Taxation to lead finance operations, taxation, reporting, compliance, and team management functions for Australian clients within a fast-paced BPM and finance outsourcing environment.

The selected candidate will be responsible for managing end-to-end finance operations, overseeing month-end and year-end processes, ensuring Australian tax compliance, preparing financial reports, supporting budgeting and forecasting, and providing strategic financial insights to support business decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

Finance Operations & Team Leadership

• Lead and manage end-to-end finance operations, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, and General Ledger.
• Build, guide, and mentor a high-performing finance team.
• Supervise and review accounting work to ensure accuracy, quality, and timely completion.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure smooth finance operations.

Month-End, Year-End & Financial Reporting

• Oversee accurate and timely completion of month-end and year-end close processes.
• Review journals and perform balance sheet reconciliations.
• Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Prepare cash flow reports and support financial performance monitoring.
• Manage and review accounting entries related to acquisitions and disposals.

Australian Taxation & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements related to Australian taxation.
• Manage compliance areas including BAS, FBT, corporate income tax, payroll tax, superannuation, and gaming tax.
• Prepare and finalise year-end tax work papers with complete supporting documentation.
• Ensure all tax-related records, reports, and submissions are accurate and completed within required timelines.

Budgeting, Forecasting & Business Analysis

• Drive budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Monitor actual performance against budgets and provide clear variance analysis.
• Analyze business performance and provide insights to support decision-making.
• Support commercial modelling and capital expenditure evaluation.
• Provide strategic financial recommendations to improve business performance.

Internal Controls & Process Improvement

• Design, implement, and continuously improve internal controls, policies, and financial processes.
• Strengthen governance, accuracy, and efficiency across finance operations.
• Identify process gaps and recommend practical solutions.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within finance and accounting operations.

Candidate Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline.
• Part qualification or professional qualification in CA, CIMA, CMA, AAT, ACCA, CPA, or a similar qualification will be an added advantage.
• Minimum 6 years of relevant finance and accounting experience.
• At least 4 years of experience in a senior-level role, preferably supporting Australian and/or New Zealand clients.
• Strong understanding of accounting standards and Australian tax compliance requirements.
• Hands-on experience in year-end processes and practical application of accounting principles.
• Strong knowledge of BAS, FBT, payroll tax, superannuation, and related compliance areas.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to manage teams, meet deadlines, and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• High attention to detail with strong accuracy in reporting and compliance work.

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