Head of Group Tax

AGL

. Provide strategic leadership and oversight of AGL’s tax function .

Posted 11/12/2026full-timeSydney • AustraliaLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in tax leadership, compliance, and risk management, with a strong focus on direct and indirect taxes, tax effect accounting, and strategic tax planning. Proven ability to influence stakeholders and lead high-performing teams while ensuring adherence to taxation laws and continuous improvement in tax processes.

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Tax LeadershipDirect And Indirect TaxesTax Effect AccountingCA/CPA CertificationStakeholder Management

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Hard Skills

Tax Compliance ProceduresTax Risk Management PolicyTax Planning InitiativesTax AuditsTax Cashflow OptimisationM&A Tax AdviceProject ManagementAnalytical SkillsNegotiation SkillsRegulatory Knowledge

Soft Skills

Leadership SkillsCommunication SkillsRelationship ManagementInfluencing SkillsCommercial Acumen

Certifications & Qualifications

CACPA

Industry Keywords

Tax LegislationCorporate TaxTransaction AdvisoryHealth And Safety StandardsContinuous Improvement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide strategic leadership and oversight of AGL’s tax function
Ensure compliance with taxation laws and optimise after-tax profit, cash flow and dividend franking capacity
Develop and own AGL’s Tax Risk Management Policy and implement tax compliance procedures
Oversee direct and indirect tax obligations, including lodgement, payments and tax cashflow/franking optimisation
Provide strategic tax advice for M&A transactions, capital projects and operational decisions
Lead tax planning initiatives to maximise commercial outcomes within acceptable risk profiles
Manage internal stakeholders and external revenue authorities, lead tax audits and negotiations, and manage the annual ATO income tax review
Report to the Board via the ARMC on taxation matters and provide tax sign-off through the Senior Management Representation Letter
Drive continuous improvement in tax processes, systems and reporting standards
Lead and develop a high-performing tax team, including capability building and succession planning
Uphold AGL’s Health, Safety, and Environment standards and demonstrate AGL Values

Requirements

What you’ll need

Tertiary qualification in accounting, law, or commerce
CA/CPA
Minimum 10 years’ experience in tax leadership roles, including corporate tax and transaction advisory
Expertise in direct and indirect taxes, tax effect accounting, and risk management
Strong commercial acumen and ability to influence senior stakeholders
Proven leadership skills with experience in managing and developing teams
High-level communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills
Strong analytical, conceptual, and project management capabilities
Maintain professional knowledge of tax legislation, regulatory changes, and industry trends
Complete Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and medical assessment if necessary

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible working options including hybrid work
Discounts on energy, telcos and solar plans
Participate in Energise - our reward & recognition program
Play an active role in diversity & inclusion initiatives
Novated leasing and Electric Vehicle subscriptions
Access to study assistance
AGL’s share purchase plan
Insurance deals