Principal Tax International

ABOUT SOUTH32

South32 is a globally diversified mining and metals company. Our purpose is to make a difference by developing natural resources, improving people’s lives now and for generations to come. We are trusted by our owners and partners to realise the potential of their resources. We produce commodities including bauxite, alumina, aluminium, metallurgical coal, manganese, nickel, silver, lead, zinc and copper from our operations in Australia, Southern Africa and South America. With a focus on growing our base metals exposure, we also have two development options in North America and several partnerships with junior explorers around the world. 

PERTH OFFICE

South32’s corporate office is based in the heart of Perth’s CBD. The corporate office houses key functions including HR, Finance, Corporate Development, Investor Relations, Group Risk and Technical. Our office is conveniently located a 5-minute walk from the Perth Underground Train Station.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Opportunity - Permanent, Full-Time Position, this role will preferably be based at our office in the heart of the Perth CBD. We understand and value the benefits flexibility brings and operate a hybrid work model (in the office and from home)

In the newly created role of Principal Tax - International, you will be responsible for assisting the Tax Manager in the management and implementation of South32’s global BEPS 2.0 Pillar 2 reporting obligations and ensuring group compliance with requirements of BEPS 2.0 Pillar 2. This will involve working on Australian and overseas aspects, including with country teams and external advisors.

You will also have input into to business development opportunities (including M&A) and also be involved in all international tax aspects of the Group (eg Australian CFC rules).

Other key role responsibilities include, but aren’t limited to:

• Assist in providing group wide implementation of the BEPS 2.0 Pillar 2 framework and ensure South32’s systems can support these requirements.
• Responsible for preparation of Effective Tax Rate calculations and determination of Top-Up tax payable in accordance with BEPS 2.0 Pillar 2 regulations. Inclusive of arranging tax payments to the Australian Taxation Office (ATO).
• Assist in ensuring South32 meets its international tax compliance and global transfer pricing obligations.

ABOUT YOU

You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:

• Demonstrate Commercial and Financial accounting experience.
• Have a good understanding of relevant tax and tax accounting concepts
• Possess strong systems knowledge (SAP, Excel etc)
• Have International Tax experience
• Minimum 7 years’ experience in a large corporate or professional services environment.

Qualifications for this position are:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce or Law
• CA/CPA or Equivalent Accounting qualification.

OUR CULTURE

At South32, our people are fundamental to our success. We’re focused on creating an inclusive and flexible workplace, with the right people in the right roles, who are engaged, empowered, and appropriately rewarded.
We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.

Please note: This advertisement will close on 30th August 2023.