Director, Head of Tax, Australia
Docklands, VIC, AU, 3008
Why Nutrien Ag Solutions?
Nutrien is the world’s largest provider of crop nutrients, inputs and services with a strong distribution network of more than 1,600 retail outlets spanning across Australia, North America and South America.
In Australia, our organisation is supported by an extensive network of retail branches, franchises, members and agents. Our team are experts in a range of different farming areas, including precision farming services, marketing livestock and wool, agricultural services, water solutions, finance, insurance, merchandise and real estate.
We are now seeking an exceptional Head of Taxation – Australia to lead our tax function, shape tax strategy, and influence decision‑making across a complex, dynamic business that spans multiple industries and regions. This is a 12-month fixed-term contract role covering a period of parental leave.
Reporting to the Senior Director, Tax, Compliance & Reporting (North America & Australia), this role is responsible for delivering the full suite of tax compliance, tax accounting, and advisory services across Nutrien’s Australian operations, with oversight extending to New Zealand.
You’ll be a trusted strategic partner to senior leaders globally and locally — providing insights on tax legislation, shaping tax planning strategies, and ensuring governance across all tax‑related activities. This role also plays a key part in global tax transformation, systems improvement, and continuous process enhancement within Nutrien’s global Tax Centre of Excellence.
What You'll Do:
- Oversee all Australian and New Zealand tax compliance, reporting, accounting and forecasting activities.
- Provide strategic tax advisory services, including for mergers, acquisitions, and broader business initiatives.
- Lead a high‑performing team of five — coaching, developing and empowering people to succeed.
- Communicate tax updates, risks and opportunities to Australian and global leadership.
- Lead federal and local tax audits and manage relationships with external advisors, auditors, and government bodies.
- Drive process improvement, automation and tax technology initiatives across the Tax CoE.
- Build and maintain strong internal partnerships with finance, legal, accounting and other key teams.
What You'll Bring:
- Degree in Commerce, Accounting and/or Law, with postgraduate qualifications in Tax, Accounting or Law (LLM or Master of Tax highly regarded).
- CA/CPA qualified with 8+ years’ tax experience in a global organisation or leading consulting firm.
- Deep knowledge of Australian tax legislation, policy and IFRS (IAS 12) including purchase accounting.
- Experience with SAP, PeopleSoft, OneSource and/or Longview (advantageous).
- Strong business acumen, analytical capability, and exceptional technical tax expertise.
- Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders across a complex organisation.
- Inspirational leadership style with a track record of developing high‑performing teams.
- Excellent communication, critical thinking and time‑management skills.
What You'll Get:
- A competitive remuneration and benefits package
- Purchased leave scheme benefits.
- An additional day of leave – Nutrien Day
- Gender neutral parental leave policy
- Opportunities to support community partnerships across our network.
- Be a member of a company committed to feeding the future.
- Ongoing training and development to pursue individual ambitions.
- A culture of learning!
Are you a good match? Apply today!
Closing date for applications is Sunday 15th February 2026
As a global leader in agriculture, we go further for Australian farmers, and we believe our people are our greatest asset! Join a purpose-driven organisation where your work directly supports sustainable farming and food production.
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Nutrien Ag Solutions is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes applicants of all ages, genders, and backgrounds. This role will remain posted until filled, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly; others will be notified via email at the end of the recruitment process. To be considered, applicants must have unrestricted, ongoing working rights in Australia and may be required to complete pre-employment background checks. Please note that unsolicited CVs will not be accepted, and Nutrien Ag Solutions is not liable for any received.
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