Tax Manager

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey. RWCA Ltd in Nelson is looking for an experienced Tax Manager to take ownership of the technical taxation function in our Nelson practice. This is a role for someone who enjoys getting to the bottom of a tax position - reading the accounts behind a return, working out what the right answer actually is, and then dealing with Inland Revenue directly to get it there. You will advise clients and our accounting and advisory team, prepare and review returns across the full range of tax types, and take the lead on disclosures, disputes, and negotiations with Inland Revenue. Pay hours and location Salary: $70,000 to $75,000 per annum, depending on experience. This equates to $33.65 to $36.05 per hour based on a 40-hour week. Hours: permanent, full-time, 40 minimum guaranteed hours per week, Monday to Friday, with a maximum of 50 hours including overtime when and if applicable from time to time. Location: Nelson, New Zealand. This is an on-site role. There is no commission, bonus or other variable component - the full salary is guaranteed. Key responsibilities Analysing client tax positions and advising clients, directors and managers on income tax, GST, PAYE, FBT, RWT and NRWT obligations. Preparing and reviewing income tax returns, including IR10, for individuals, companies, trusts and partnerships. Preparing and reviewing GST, PAYE, FBT, RWT and NRWT returns and reconciliations. Reviewing the financial statements and accounting records behind each return to determine the correct tax treatment and identify errors, omissions or unusual balances. Preparing voluntary disclosures and Notices of Proposed Adjustment, and negotiating penalty, use of money interest and debt remission with Inland Revenue. Managing the provisional and terminal tax cycle, including determining the appropriate provisional tax method, calculating instalments and advising on interest exposure. Assessing tax pooling requirements, evaluating quotes and arranging transfers and payment arrangements. Acting as our main point of contact with Inland Revenue across the full range of client matters. Maintaining and improving our tax compliance systems and internal controls in Xero and Xero Practice Manager, and recommending improvements to client record-keeping. Advising the wider accounting and advisory team on taxation questions arising in their engagements. About you A bachelor's degree in accounting or commerce with a major in accounting (NZQF Level 7 or an equivalent overseas qualification) At least 2 years of practical New Zealand tax compliance experience in a chartered accounting practice or equivalent environment. Experience preparing income tax returns including IR10, together with GST, PAYE, FBT, RWT and NRWT returns. Experience dealing directly with Inland Revenue, covering provisional tax, tax pooling, use of money interest, voluntary disclosures, and penalty, interest or debt negotiations. A working understanding of financial statements sufficient to identify and resolve issues affecting a client's tax position. Clear written and verbal communication, and the ability to explain technical tax matters to clients and colleagues. The legal right to work in New Zealand, or eligibility to obtain it. Desirable: Working knowledge of Xero and Xero Practice Manager. Desirable: CA ANZ or CPA membership, or progress towards it. Desirable: Experience preparing Notices of Proposed Adjustment and formal remission applications. #J-18808-Ljbffr