Capital Markets Manager
•Missionlane· 11h
💰 Finance⏰ Full-time🎯 Lead / Principal🇺🇸 USA
11h ago
Megaport·about 10 hours ago
As Group Tax Manager, you will help to lead Megaport’s global tax function and serve as a key member of the Finance leadership team. This role is responsible for all aspects of international tax strategy, planning, and compliance across more than 26 countries.
You will support the continued drive for the optimisation of our global tax position, ensure compliance with local and international requirements, and provide proactive guidance to support business growth. You will work closely with senior Finance leaders, team members and cross-functional stakeholders, ensuring risks are identified and managed, and opportunities for efficiency are captured.
This role requires excellent communication, strong technical expertise, the ability to influence decisions, and the discipline to ensure robust processes and compliance worldwide.
Leadership and Planning
Drive technical tax planning to optimise the Group’s global tax position.
Provide insights and recommendations to improve tax efficiency and support global growth initiatives.
Monitor ROI on external tax advisers in each jurisdiction, adjusting approach as needed.
Represent Tax in senior Finance leadership forums, ensuring effective communication with CFO, external auditors, advisors and the broader team.
Drive ongoing projects and continuous-improvement initiatives such as transfer-pricing reviews, indirect-tax automation, global compliance.
Global Tax Compliance & Governance
Support management and expansion of Transfer Pricing (‘TP’) compliance and ensure intercompany arrangements are executed and documented in line with TP Agreements.
Timely filing of tax returns and other compliance requirements in jurisdictions.
Responsible for end-to-end global tax compliance (returns, disclosures, tax-effect accounting, indirect tax, audits, etc.)
Accurate and complete documentation of all key processes, procedures, and risks, particularly for core jurisdictions (Australia, USA, Ireland, UK, others).
Liaise with external tax advisors and auditors to ensure returns, financial statement disclosures, and supporting documentation are accurate and delivered on time.
Ensure prompt and accurate calculation and payment of advance taxes in relevant regions.
Controls, Processes & Technology
Develop and improve effective processes and controls, focusing on automation, completeness, and accuracy.
Accurate tax disclosures in financial statements, coordinating with external advisors and auditors to meet reporting deadlines.
Ensure indirect tax compliance is well managed, and identify and implement appropriate software tools.
Collaboration & Leadership
Be an open and collaborative partner within Finance, working closely with the broader finance team to resolve issues and build on a strong tax foundation.
Maintain strong working relationships with Finance, Accounting, and other teams across the USA, Australia, and globally.
Communicate effectively across functions and geographies to ensure tax risks and opportunities are clearly identified, managed, and reported.
Excellent ability to communicate, organise, plan and prioritise tasks and meet deadlines with minimal supervision, including documenting or recording all processes
CA or CPA qualified tax professional, ideally with at least 6 years' corporate tax experience, including international exposure
Experience gained in either Big 4 and in-house multinational environments is preferred
Solid technical knowledge of Australia and international tax law and regulations, including cross-border flows
Knowledge of key taxation principles: Global Effective Tax Rates, Transfer Pricing, Permanent Establishment, withholding taxes, taxation on stock-based compensation, and deferred taxes
Ability to develop innovative and creative solutions to complex issues
Ability to work with the finance senior leadership team, perform several tasks concurrently and meet deadlines
Solid IFRS Financial Accounting knowledge in respect of tax accounting
Management of global tax reporting systems for either CIT or indirect taxes
Familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics D365 or other large ERP systems
Flexible working environment – a remote-first culture with coworking options available
Generous leave plans – including parental leave, birthday leave, and a purchased annual leave program
Health and wellness support – through a wellness allowance and employee wellbeing initiatives
Comprehensive learning support – generous study and training allowance plus paid study leave
Creative, modern workspaces – designed to inspire when you're not working remotely, plus access to coworking spaces via our global WeWork membership if you work remotely, but like to get out of the house sometimes
Motivated, inclusive team – work alongside industry experts and fresh talent
Recognition programs – celebrate achievements with our Legend and Kudos award