Tax Manager - North America bei Transurban

This position requires being onsite at our Tysons office 3 days a week. 

Working at Transurban is different; it's a place where you can see the benefits of your work play out in real life, every day. We create transportation solutions-building and operating safer, smarter, and more sustainable roads-to solve pressing transport challenges. 

About the role: 

We’re seeking a Tax Manager to grow the local tax function by being the primary point of contact for all North American tax matters. 

You’ll join an innovative team, and be responsible for managing the tax affairs of all transactions related to Transurban’s North American business. 

As our North American Tax Manager, you’ll lead a team that contributes to lasting changes that shape our cities and communities. It’s meaningful, challenging and exciting work. 

Day-to-day, you will: 

• Manage day-to-day tax compliance and reporting, with responsibility for the preparation and filing of returns, documentation, and coordination with Finance and external advisers. 

• Collaborate with Joint Venture partners and internal stakeholders to meet tax obligations under operating agreements and support broader business needs. 

• Provide leadership to the North American tax team, fostering a high-performing and inclusive culture. 

• Lead tax analysis for business development activities and transactions, including coordination with external advisers and internal teams to advise the business and Senior Management. 

• Research and advise on tax treatment for toll road assets and monitor changes in U.S. and Canadian tax legislation. 

• Draft structure plans and documentation to support implementation of approved projects and ensure tax compliance. 

• Develop technical tax papers such as memorandums and opinions, and contribute to governance and process improvements. 

This role will suit someone with a curious mind and transferable skills and experiences, including: 

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) with 5+ years of corporate tax experience. 

• Strong technical knowledge of Accounting Standards Codification (ASC) 740 (Accounting for Income Taxes) and experience adhering to compliance of it in a corporate setting. 

• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with demonstrated experience presenting on multiple complex tax matters to non-tax personnel. 

• Proven problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and initiative in identifying process improvements. 

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.  

• Demonstrated experience with tax compliance software, Workday, or debt/financing concepts, preferred. 

If you meet some of these requirements, but not all, we encourage you to submit your application.  

We are open to considering candidates who either reside in the DMV (DC, Maryland, Virginia) area, are within a reasonable commuting distance to Tysons Corner and Alexandria, VA and/or are willing to relocate at their own expense. Candidates who reside in the DMV area will be prioritized. 
 
 With a career at Transurban, you'll enjoy a range of benefits, including: 

• A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, life, STD and LTD insurance and retirement plan. 

• A range of flexible working and leave options, including the option to purchase an additional six weeks of leave each year. 

• 16 weeks paid parental leave (regardless of gender or carer status). 

• Learning and development opportunities to support your career interests. 

• Health and wellbeing support-access to Headspace, Ginger, wellness facilities, and more. 

• Social activities, community give-back programs and paid volunteer days. 

At Transurban, we are committed to equal employment opportunity and providing a work environment that is free from discriminatory practices. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis [“protected class”] including, but not limited to: race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, veteran or military status (including status as a U.S. uniformed services member or reservist, or as a spouse, child, or qualifying dependent of a service member), or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.