Head of Tax - Governance

Your Impact

Lead tax governance and international tax strategy across Oceania in a senior leadership role with broad regional impact, executive exposure and complex cross-border scope. You will report to the General Manager, Tax & Treasury where you will shape the Oceania region's tax governance agenda, lead complex international tax matters and strengthen the frameworks that support sustainable, commercially aligned tax outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead tax governance, risk and assurance across Oceania, including maintaining the region's Tax Governance Framework which is aligned to ATO justified trust expectations, Board risk appetite and Global Tax standards.
• Manage audits, disputes and regulatory engagement across Australia and New Zealand.
• Provide technical leadership on transfer pricing, BEPS, Pillar Two, hybrid-mismatch rules, CFC issues and other international tax matters.
• Partner with the Global Tax team to execute international tax strategy, including cross border structuring, repatriation, transfer pricing frameworks and CbC/Pillar Two reporting.
• Deliver clear reporting and recommendations to senior leadership, the Board and Audit Committee.
• Lead, coach and develop a high-performing team with a strong culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

About You

• You are a senior tax leader with more than 15 years experience in complex international tax matters, ideally gained through extensive experience in a professional services environment and / or a complex global organisation.
• Postgraduate qualifications in tax or law; CA/CPA or Masters of Tax highly regarded.
• Experienced in leading engagement with, and review activities from, revenue authorities; experience with the ATO's Top 100 justified trust program beneficial.
• Deep expertise in international tax, transfer pricing, and AU/NZ tax governance frameworks.
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, commercial insights for senior stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and project management capability.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and partner with senior leaders across a matrixed, global organisation.
• A proactive, continuous improvement mindset with strong ownership and accountability.

Why Asahi Beverages?

At Asahi Beverages, we're passionate about crafting more than just drinks - we craft moments of connection, celebration, and shared enjoyment. We bring together a diverse portfolio of iconic beverage brands, a commitment to quality, and a drive to constantly innovate. Headquartered in Melbourne and with facilities right across Australia and New Zealand, you'll find Asahi is a place where talent is nurtured, and ambition is rewarded. If you're ready to toast your future, we're ready to meet you.

We are a Circle Back Initiative employer and commit to responding to all applicants.

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. Flexible working arrangements, including job share are available for this role.