6-Month Fixed Term Contract | Hybrid Working

• Join Danone, a global leader in health-focused food and specialised nutrition
• Lead and manage tax across Australia & New Zealand
• Competitive salary and strong exposure to regional and global stakeholders

ABOUT THE ROLE

Danone is seeking an experienced and commercially driven Senior Tax Manager – Oceania to join our DBS (Danone Business Services) team on a 6-month fixed-term contract.

This is a critical role responsible for managing all tax matters across Australia and New Zealand, ensuring compliance, managing risk, and supporting strategic tax initiatives.

Reporting to the DBS Japan & Oceania Lead (with a functional reporting line to the Asia Pacific Tax Director), you will work closely with cross-functional teams and global stakeholders to deliver best-in-class tax governance and execution.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Tax Compliance & Reporting

• Lead external tax compliance and reporting across Oceania entities
• Manage recurring and annual tax filings, tax payments, and reporting obligations
• Deliver tax forecasts, provisions, and internal reporting

Tax Advisory & Planning

• Provide tax advisory support to business units across Australia and New Zealand
• Lead local tax planning initiatives and manage tax risks
• Support implementation of global and regional tax projects

Transfer Pricing (TP)

• Manage TP documentation and ensure compliance with global standards
• Conduct TP reviews in collaboration with Corporate Tax

Audit & Stakeholder Management

• Lead tax audits and manage relationships with tax authorities and advisors
• Act as key interface with internal stakeholders across Finance, Legal, HR, and IT

Governance & Controls

• Maintain strong tax governance, SOPs, and internal controls (DanGo framework)
• Develop tax position papers and ensure ongoing compliance improvements

ABOUT YOU

You are a highly capable tax professional who combines strong technical expertise with a proactive and collaborative mindset.

Ideally, you will have:

• 10+ years’ experience in corporate tax
• Big 4 experience alongside in-house commercial exposure Preferred
• Strong understanding of tax compliance, reporting, and transfer pricing
• Professional qualification (CPA, ACCA, or equivalent)
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced, matrixed environment

WE OFFER

At Danone, we are committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive:

• A collaborative and high-performing team culture
• Flexible and hybrid working
• Exposure to regional and global projects
• Opportunities for learning and development
• Competitive total rewards

HOW TO APPLY

If this role excites you and you’re ready to make an impact, click Apply and submit your CV.

ABOUT US

At Danone, our mission is to inspire healthier and more sustainable eating and drinking practices — One Planet. One Health. We operate globally across leading nutrition categories with iconic brands including Aptamil, Karicare, and Nutricia.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.