Associate Director, Group Tax Reporting and Accounting

Associate Director, Group Tax Reporting and Accounting

Zurich, CH

About the role

The Associate Director of Group Tax - Reporting and Accounting is a newly created role for a high performing tax accounting and reporting expert that also has significant IT experience namely in Oracle HFM. From a Tax perspective, the candidate should have over 20+ years of tax accounting and reporting experience and will be part of Amcor’s Group Tax leadership team. The Candidate must have US GAAP and business combination and integration experience. From a Systems perspective, the candidate must have detailed and specialist knowledge of Oracle HFM systems. The Candidate should have familiarity with a broad range of other IT / accounting Systems, as a key part of this role will be the integration of the tax systems and processes of Amcor and Berry.

Key Job Accountabilities

Reporting and Analysis

• Lead and manage the preparation and review of tax disclosures in Amcor’s group (ie consolidated) US GAAP accounts
• Oversee the Amcor Group US GAAP tax reporting processes (quarterly, full year, budget, etc) for key items including tax expense, tax provision, deferred taxes, effective tax rate and cash tax through Amcor’s reporting tools
• In conjunction with the VP Tax and other Tax Directors ensure that any variances to budget/forecast tax expense, tax provision and effective tax rate are investigated and either mitigated or managed
• In conjunction with the VP Tax, Amcor Treasury and the other Tax Directors, manage Amcor group’s cash repatriation process to ensure that all obligations arising in respect of the group’s internal funding structures are met

Systems and Processes

• Integration of the Amcor and Berry tax systems
• Implementing appropriate tax data collection systems / policies
• Working with internal audit to ensure appropriate tax risk / review programs are implemented
• Develop, implement and maintain internal controls and processes, including co-ordinating the writing of Amcor tax policies

Tax Policies, Procedures and Tax Strategy

• Lead the formulation of tax policies in line with Amcor Group policies and procedures
• Lead the management of Amcor’s tax risk management framework in order to ensure Amcor’s worldwide taxation risks are appropriately monitored
• Support the businesses to optimise their individual and the overall Amcor group tax position by ensuring optimal tax standards and processes are in place
• Assist the Group Tax leadership team to develop and deploy the group’s tax strategy
• Implement the strategic tax decisions, projects and ideas that drive the Amcor group forward
• Identify opportunities for further enhancement and development of Amcor’s tax strategy and function

Country by country reporting and Pillar Two implementation

• Lead the group’s compliance with OECD Pillar Two (Global Minimum Tax) requirements, including end-to-end implementation of systems, processes, and controls to ensure accurate calculation and timely reporting across all jurisdictions
• Oversee the preparation, review, and filing of the annual Country-by-Country Report (CbCR) for the consolidated group, ensuring consistency with transfer pricing documentation and local regulatory requirements
• Partner with finance, technology, and regional tax teams to design and implement data collection and reporting processes that support Pillar Two calculations, safe-harbour assessments, and CbCR submissions
• Provide technical analysis and guidance on the interpretation of global minimum tax rules, advising senior management on the financial, operational, and reputational impacts
• Monitor evolving legislation, OECD guidance, and local country adoption of Pillar Two to anticipate compliance obligations and manage stakeholder communication (including audit committee and regulators)
• Drive process improvements and technology solutions (e.g., tax reporting systems, data automation) to enhance efficiency, governance, and audit readiness for global transparency reporting

Tax Advisory and Planning

• Work with the various VPs of Finance (both at Group and BG level) to lead the tax input on substantive cross-border issues and opportunities affecting the Amcor group
• Provide tax advice, reporting and support to Amcor Group (including Treasury, Corporate Finance, Global Business Services and IT, HR, Procurement, etc) in relation to commercial issues and projects
• Anticipate and respond to law and other regulatory changes that may affect Amcor’s tax profile or position by developing risk mitigating strategies and planning opportunities

Structuring, Projects and Other Initiatives

• Providing specialist taxation input in relation to acquisitions, divestments, and internal group reorganisations, both in the planning / due diligence phase and post implementation
• Developing, implementing and managing the Amcor Group’s legal structure and associated tax issues, including group reorganisations and management of cash repatriation etc.
• Ensuring all local jurisdictional authorities/permits are obtained as they relate to tax matters
• Liaising and coordinating with and between business units and other corporate functions on key tax and structuring related aspects
• Coordination of tax aspects of acquisition/divestment accounting as it relates to tax

Transfer Pricing

• successfully developing, implementing and maintaining appropriate internal controls, policies and procedures designed to identify areas of risk within the regional businesses to ensure they are appropriately managed
• supporting the regional teams as required to identify tax-efficient planning opportunities with respect to cross-border related party arrangements and work with the businesses to test the commercial viability and then implement
• working as part of the Amcor Tax to ensure the development and documentation of appropriate and consistent transfer pricing methodologies for transactions between related parties

Tax Risk Management

• ensuring compliance with the requirements of Amcor’s SOX Control Environment which are applicable to Amcor Tax;
• assessing, developing and documenting the effectiveness of internal tax SOX controls and review where appropriate
• provide input for the Tax Risk register to ensure Amcor’s worldwide taxation risks are appropriately monitored
• provide input on the half yearly tax risk updates provided to the Audit Committee of the Amcor Plc Board
• taking a lead role in coordinating and disseminating the outcomes and learnings of tax reviews and audits conducted by Revenue Authorities on companies across the Amcor Group

People Management

• In conjunction with the VP Tax, set clear, challenging and appropriate team based targets, goals and expectations for all direct reports, in line with the following: company direction; divisional/team strategy; and external requirements
• Lead by example through clear and effective communication and create a positive team environment, both within your team and across internal cross functional teams
• Effectively provide coaching, constructive feedback and the opportunity to discuss future development
• Encourage teamwork and collaboration both within your team and across internal cross functional teams

Knowledge and Relationship Management

• Pro-actively monitor current and proposed revenue law changes and analyse their impact to the Group’s operations
• Foster relationships with internal and external personnel, including other tax team members, local Commercial and Finance personnel and external personnel, including Revenue Authorities, advisers and auditors
• Continuous improvement of the tax function and building its profile within Amcor through the provision of training and communications, systems developments and enhancements

Qualifications/Requirements

• Relevant tertiary qualifications (accounting/finance/law/etc)
• CPA qualified (or equivalent) or tax qualification
• Post graduate qualifications in taxation or financial related discipline would be advantageous
• A minimum of 20 years of significant tax experience in a leading public accounting firm or industry position
• Proven experience and ability in international tax, with preferred exposure to large multi-national groups
• Proven experience with Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) or financial consolidation tools, including hands-on system administration
• Specific experience with Oracle Hyperion Financial Management (HFM) including system administrator type roles
• Able to translate tax business requirements into clear, structured change requests covering metadata updates, rule modifications, and system configuration changes within the HFM system
• Competent in coordinating and implementing system enhancements, ensuring changes are tested, validated, and aligned with tax and consolidation reporting needs
• Strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills
• Project management skills
• Analytical and creative thinking skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Self-motivated and proactive, hands on approach