ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.
Job Description
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South Melbourne location
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Global remit
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Excellent Benefits
The Opportunity
We are currently looking for a Senior Tax Manager to join our team in South Melbourne. In this instrumental role, you will report to the Group Head of Tax ANZ and work primarily within the Infrastructure Division, while also supporting the Energy Division and Concessions Divisions.
You will play a critical role within a multinational group, managing and advising on the tax affairs across multiple regions, including Australia, New Zealand, the Philippines, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Indonesia.
You will support our tax compliance function, provide strategic tax advice, and manage cross-border tax issues related to large-scale infrastructure and renewable energy projects, joint ventures, and financing structures with a focus on ensuring tax efficiency, governance, and alignment with Acciona’s strategic objectives.
Key responsibilities:
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Advise on large-scale projects, PPPs, joint ventures, financing, and corporate acquisitions and divestitures while proactively managing tax risks.
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Support international tax functions across the Asia-Pacific region, offering expertise in transfer pricing, tax treaties, and cross-border structuring.
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Assist with the submission of all tax filings and reporting, including Income Tax, GST, FBT, R&D, CbC , and Transparency Reports for Australian entities and support Asia Pacific tax filings in collaboration with local teams and advisors.
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Assist with monthly to annual tax reporting, coordinating with finance teams and auditors during the year-end tax audit process.
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Advise on indirect taxes, such as GST and withholding taxes, for infrastructure and renewable energy projects.
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Drive tax risk management and governance, process improvement and efficiency initiatives.
Required Skills and Competencies
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Strong experience in tax, preferably with experience at a Big-4 accounting firm, law firm, or related industry.
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Strong knowledge of Australian tax law and international tax principles, with experience in construction, infrastructure, large-scale project environments, joint ventures, PPPs, project finance, cross-border tax structuring and tax treaties.
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Expertise in managing tax compliance and reporting for large multinational organisations.
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Legal Practising Certificate and Postgraduate (Tax) qualifications are beneficial, but not required.
ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 certification in Australia, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. Since establishing a presence in Australia in 2002, ACCIONA has made significant investments in local opportunities and project development. ACCIONA employs more than 3,000 people in its renewable energy, infrastructure and water projects across Australia & New Zealand.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote equality and diversity. Indigenous Australians and candidates from minority groups are encouraged to apply.
