Director, Group Tax

Responsibilities

• Own and lead the global Group Tax function, covering compliance, reporting, advisory, and governance across all jurisdictions
• Provide tax input into key business initiatives to ensure impacts are managed across the organisation
• Oversee Australian tax obligations including income tax, FBT, BAS, PAYG, withholding tax, and payroll tax
• Lead tax provision reporting and tax effect accounting, including group tax analysis and statutory disclosures
• Maintain oversight of regional tax compliance to ensure accurate and timely filings
• Establish and maintain tax governance frameworks, policies, and processes
• Manage complex tax matters with external advisors and revenue authorities, including audits
• Oversee the R&D tax incentive program, including compliance and stakeholder engagement
• Drive the digital transformation of the tax function using AI, advanced analytics, and scalable technology
• Lead and develop a team of tax professionals and people leaders

Requirements

• Degree in Legal, Accounting, or Tax, with CPA, CA, or a Masters of Tax
• Extensive tax experience within a large Australian listed outbound organisation
• Strong background in Australian tax compliance, provisioning, and statutory reporting
• Working knowledge of global tax concepts and cross-border arrangements
• Experience with Australian R&D tax incentive frameworks
• Understanding of transfer pricing in a commercial environment
• Exposure to reporting systems and ERP platforms
• Ability to communicate technical tax matters in a clear and practical way

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with SAP
• Proven experience leading change or process improvement initiatives

About the Company

Cochlear is the global leader in implantable hearing solutions. Our mission is to help people hear and be heard, empowering them to connect with others and live full lives through innovative technology and life-changing hearing outcomes.