Corporate Tax & Finance Business Partner

CORPORATE TAX AND FINANCE BUSINESS PARTNER

Join Saab Australia (Saab) and help shape the future of defence, security and cyber technology.

For more than 35 years, Saab Australia has been a leading provider of defence, civil and security solutions, with an enduring purpose to keep people and society safe. We combine global expertise with local knowledge to deliver innovative, world-class solutions that support critical operations across Australia’s defence and security industries. From cyber security and communications to advanced defence systems and mixed reality technologies, our teams work on meaningful projects that make a real impact.

If you're looking for challenging work, cutting-edge technology, and the opportunity to contribute to something bigger, we'd love to hear from you.

What we offer

At Saab Australia, we recognise that meaningful work is just one part of a rewarding career. We support our people with benefits that enhance wellbeing, flexibility and financial security, including:

• Up to 6 weeks leave
• 14% employer superannuation contribution
• Free Income Protection Insurance

For further information about a career at Saab, visit the page adjacent: https://www.saab.com/markets/australia/careers/saab-life

The role

As the Corporate Tax & Finance Business Partner, you will act as the trusted advisor for all tax-related matters while providing strategic financial support to business leaders. You will also lead and develop the Accounts Payable team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.

This role offers broad exposure across tax, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, workforce planning, and stakeholder engagement in a complex and dynamic environment.

Further, the successful candidate will:

Tax Compliance & Governance

• Prepare and review corporate income tax calculations and tax returns.
• Manage indirect tax obligations including GST, Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT), and Payroll Tax.
• Prepare tax effect accounting and deferred tax calculations in accordance with accounting standards.
• Maintain transfer pricing documentation and support intercompany transactions and allocations.
• Coordinate annual tax compliance activities with external advisors and auditors.
• Monitor tax legislation changes and assesses impacts on the business.
• Maintain tax risk registers and ensure compliance with governance requirements.
• Act as the key liaison between the business and Group Tax, ensuring tax considerations are incorporated into project delivery and strategic decisions.
• Represent the business within global tax forums and contribute to tax policy and process improvements.

Finance Business Partnering

• Deliver accurate and timely monthly, annual, and ad-hoc financial reporting.
• Develop budgets, forecasts, financial models, and scenario analyses.
• Lead the annual budgeting process for assigned portfolios.
• Partner with business leaders to support workforce planning and labour cost forecasting.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to improve business performance and achieve budget targets.
• Support strategic decision-making through data-driven analysis and commercial advice.

Leadership

• Lead and develop the Accounts Payable team.
• Foster a positive, collaborative, and high-performing team culture.
• Coach and mentor team members through regular feedback and development planning.
• Build trusted relationships across the organisation and promote continuous improvement initiatives.

Flexible work arrangements such as hybrid work from home / office, 9-day fortnight and part time (0.8 FTE minimum) will be considered for this role after discussion with the manager.

About you

Your skills and experience will include:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Commerce or related discipline.
• CA or CPA qualified.
• 4+ years' experience in a Finance Business Partnering role.
• Significant experience in corporate taxation within a large organisation or professional services environment.
• Strong knowledge of:
• Corporate Income Tax
• GST
• Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT)
• Payroll Tax
• Experience in budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and financial analysis.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong stakeholder engagement, communication, and influencing capabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to translate financial insights into business decisions.
• Experience leading or mentoring finance teams.

Applicants must be Australian citizens and hold or be able to obtain an Australian Defence Security Clearance to baseline/NV1/NV2 level. Information including past and present nationality and citizenship may be requested to check eligibility for access to materials controlled under various export control regimes, including ITAR.

What you will be part of

• Explore a world of possibilities. Tackle challenges, drive innovation, and grow your career in an environment where curiosity and diverse perspectives are valued. Together, we achieve extraordinary outcomes, and your contribution matters.
• Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring purpose to help nations keep their people and society safe. Supported by 28,000 employees worldwide, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world.
• The company develops, manufactures, and sustains advanced systems across aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors, and underwater systems. Headquartered in Sweden, Saab has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations. Learn more about Saab here.
• We're committed to creating an environment where our people feel supported, empowered and inspired to do their best work.

Applications

• To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter by clicking 'Apply'.
• By submitting your application, you consent to Saab Australia's pre-employment screening process, which may include reference checks, Australian Federal Police checks, verification of working rights and qualifications, sanctions screening, and a pre-employment medical declaration.
• Saab Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds, and ex-service personnel, veterans and their families.