Tax & Treasury Analyst

Who we are?

On any given day, 2.5 billion people globally use Unilever products to feel good, look good and get more out of life. Many of our brands are well-known, household staples and old-time favourites including Dove, Rexona, Lynx, Vaseline, OMO/Persil, Surf, TRESemmé, Continental, Ben & Jerry’s and Streets. 

We have a long tradition of being a progressive, responsible business. It goes back to the days of our founder William Lever, who launched the world’s first purposeful brand, Sunlight Soap more than 100 years ago, and it’s at the heart of how we run our company today. In 2022 Unilever Australia & New Zealand became a Certified B Corporation™ (B Corp), joining a growing network of organisations committed to galvanising a stronger, more inclusive, equitable and regenerative economy for all.  

A job at Unilever is a career made by you, with development opportunities, benefits and a working culture that embraces diversity and is pioneering flexibility. There’s no better time to join our team! 

Job Summary:

The Tax and Treasury Analyst at Unilever ANZ reports to the Financial Accountant and has a dotted line to the Financial Controller. Supported by an offshore team of analysts, this role requires strong leadership and organizational skills.

Roles and Responsibilities:

UNDERSTAND BUSINESS NEEDS & BUILD STRONG RELATIONSHIPS

• Build strong relationships within the Unilever ANZ Finance and IT teams in order to partner and provide support on tax and treasury matters.

• Develop an understanding of the Unilever business model and the impact of developments on the business. Support the ANZ Tax & Treasury Managers in communicating and acting on any developments.

• Update, create and maintain desktop procedures relating to treasury and tax process and procedures performed by OSP, offshore teams or internally.   

ANTICIPATE AND LEAD CHANGE

• Strong understanding of SAP and accounting to be lead support on any global changes or developments.

• Keep up to date on market technology and processes which can be used internally for automation or process simplification.

• Act as a SAP lead for ANZ tax (e.g. responsibility for journals and process improvements, and support changes required in the treasury and tax space).

• Take lead role on certain automation and outsourcing projects, with guidance and support from ANZ Tax & Treasury Managers.

• Present to the business and stakeholders on changes to processes, developments and outsourcing steps.

• Assist the ANZ Tax & Treasury Managers with preparation for bi-annual FinFlex meetings.

SUPPORT CONSULTATION AND PLANNING

• Remain up to date with tax and treasury risks and opportunities affecting ANZ.

• Support the ANZ Tax & Treasury Managers as required on projects including M&A and divestments.

• Support OSP and offshore teams (where required by the ANZ Tax & Treasury Managers) by providing inputs and responses relating to compliance matters.

SUPPORT NON-ROUTINE COMPLIANCE

• Provide support to the ANZ Tax Manager on audits and disputes.

• Work with the ANZ Tax Manager on responses to streamlined assurance reviews, collection of defence data and presentations to stakeholders.

• Complete and maintain calculations relating to non-routine compliance (e.g. calculation of debt ratios).

ACCOUNTING

• Assistance with preparation of the relevant disclosures (e.g. tax note) for the Australian and New Zealand statutory accounts.

• Complete Australia and NZ tax quarterly journals and balance sheet reconciliations for review.

• Assist with the preparation of forecasts.

GENERAL

• Undertake training and development as per development plan.

• Willingness to learn and support the ANZ Tax & Treasury Managers on new projects and opportunities as they arise.

• Carry out filing, archiving and other administrative activities.

Does this sound like You?

• 5-7 years’ experience within finance.

• Prior experience in a tax or treasury role preferred.

• Degree qualified in accounting or business

• Good communication skills both verbal and written.

• Ability to work autonomously.

• Ability to deal with internal customers and external regulators.

• Attention to detail.

• Strong team commitment and results delivery orientation.

• Ability to use computerised accounting and personal computer systems

Key Competencies:

• Real Accountability – delivers on commitments and displays resilience in the face of obstacles, adversity and/or major change

• Action Not Debate – Great execution (debate, decide, implement and follow through)

• Team Alignment – Builds Unilever networks and relationships to ensure collaboration and integration across boundaries

What awaits you at Unilever?

The core of Unilever’s culture is captured as Human, Purposeful, Accountable. You will be joining a dynamic, flexible, and inspiring work environment that truly cares about your wellbeing, values what you do and celebrates your success.

This is your opportunity to be part of a purpose-led business and a global community where you can progress your career both locally and internationally. You will also benefit from amazing discounts on external company products, attractive employee referral reward program amongst other benefits.

This is a great opportunity to work within an iconic and global organization. We have gained our reputation as one of the world's most admired employers by providing an environment where individuals can achieve their goals, both professionally and personally.

Make no mistake we expect a lot from our people as they do of us. So, if you can rise to the challenge, don't waste any time - apply now!

We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment journey. Should you require additional information or reasonable adjustments to allow you to present your best self during this process, please contact Rachel Kok at rachel.kok@unilever.com or to anz.talent@unilever.com.

If you require reasonable adjustments for the application and recruitment process, please advise us on ANZ.talent@unilever.com.

Unilever is an organization committed to equity, inclusion and diversity to drive our business results and create a better future, every day, for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities.

This means we encourage people with all backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, Māori and Pacific Peoples, and people with disabilities. Interested in learning more, check out our Reconciliation Action Plan and Workplace Adjustment Policy on the Unilever webpage.

At Unilever we are interested in every individual bringing their ‘Whole Self’ to work and this includes you! We encourage you to advise us at the time of your application if you require any reasonable adjustment so that we can support you through your recruitment journey.