Associate Director - Indirect Tax

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KPMG Australia is looking for an Associate Director, Indirect Tax in Melbourne, to lead GST, stamp duty and land tax engagements for a diverse client base while growing the Melbourne practice and collaborating nationally. You will build strong client relationships, contribute to business development, mentor team members and work with a Personal Development Manager to shape your growth. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in Stamp Duty, Land Tax and GST, with a background in professional services or government revenue and a track record of delivering commercial advice. Tailor your CV to show measurable outcomes, clearly explain complex tax concepts, and highlight CA or CPA qualifications; if you need adjustments during recruitment, contact Talent Attraction Support Team.

Company Description

Where can a career at KPMG take you? We provide an environment for Connection, Variety and Growth.

Our Mid-Market & Private team supports clients in managing to plan for their continued business success and growth. We decisively deliver new ways of thinking, big-picture perspectives and acute insights that help clients make informed choices to deal with complex issues. 

Our Indirect Tax Advisory team provides strategic indirect tax advice in the areas of GST, Stamp Duty, Land Tax for clients across all industries.  We are equipped to decisively deliver new ways of thinking, big-picture perspectives and acute insights that help clients make informed decisions.

Job Description

Your Opportunity

• Lead client engagements providing indirect tax advice and solutions on GST, stamp duty and land tax to a diverse portfolio of clients which includes family groups, trusts and partnerships, foreign subsidiaries, and mid-market companies.
• Drive growth of the Melbourne practice while collaborating nationally with teams across the nation;
• Play a key and active role in building maintaining strong client relationships and business development including engaging in BD pursuits, participation in networking events and presentation on topical indirect tax issues/developments
• Work with a Personal Development Manager on your career growth and personal goals.
• Grow as a mentor and develop leadership skills, overseeing and developing team members, encouraging their continued professional development.

How are you extraordinary?

You are passionate about the importance of fantastic communication to share ideas, inspire and create change. You are able to digest, distil and communicate complex concepts in both written and verbal forms.

You are able to oversee high-quality client-ready deliverables and present to the senior leadership team for review.

Your Experience

At KPMG, we believe diversity of thought, background and experience strengthens relationships and delivers meaningful benefits to our people, our clients, and communities. To be considered for this opportunity, your qualifications, skills & experience could include:

• Extensive experience in Stamp Duty, Land, and/or GST
• Background in leading professional services, accounting, legal firms or government revenue bodies
• You will be able to demonstrate an ability to manage engagements and deliver clear, commercial advice
• Strong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills will be key as you develop relationships with key stakeholders among our clients
• A client centric approach and ability to understand your clients’ business

Qualifications

Relevant tertiary qualifications such as CA or CPA (or equivalent). 

Additional Information

KPMG is a professional services firm with global outreach and deep sector experience. We work with clients across an array of industries to solve complex challenges, steer change and enable growth. 

Our people are what make KPMG the thriving workplace that it is and what sets us apart is that we know great minds think differently. Collaborate with a team of passionate, highly skilled professionals who’ve got your back. You’ll build relationships with unique and diverse colleagues who will provide you with the support you need to be your best and produce meaningful and impactful work in an inclusive, equitable culture.

At KPMG, you’ll take control over how you work. We’re embracing a new way of working in many ways, from offering flexible hours and locations to generous paid parental leave and career breaks. Our people enjoy a variety of exciting perks, including retail discounts, health and wellbeing initiatives, learning and growth opportunities, salary packaging options and more.

Diverse candidates have diverse needs. During your recruitment journey, information will be provided about adjustment requests. If you require additional support before submitting your application, please contact the Talent Attraction Support Team.

At KPMG every career is different, and we look forward to seeing how you grow with us.

KPMG Australia: grow with us!