Lead Tax Analyst – Indirect Tax
Looking to lead high-impact tax projects while supporting one of the world’s leading med-tech innovators?
We’re on the hunt for a sharp, detail-driven Lead Tax Analyst – Indirect Tax to join our high-performing team. You’ll work closely with our Tax Manager and the broader Financial Accounting team to keep our indirect tax operations watertight – across GST, FBT, payroll tax and other employment taxes – all while helping to drive strategic initiatives across Australia and New Zealand.
This is more than a compliance role. You’ll be a key strategic partner to the business – bringing tax insights to the table on commercial deals, M&A activity, and process improvement initiatives that shape the future of our business.
What You’ll Do
Indirect Tax Compliance & Advisory
Own and manage the indirect tax calendar for Australia & New Zealand
Prepare and review GST, FBT, BAS, and payroll tax returns
Advise on GST treatment of products and transactions
Support superannuation and reportable benefits reviews
Lead GST governance, remediation and controls improvements
Support acquisitions, integrations and business restructuring from a tax lens
Finance, Controls & Integration
Ensure compliance with Stryker's global finance policies and internal controls
Provide clear, actionable financial insights to finance and non-finance teams
Assist in the smooth integration of new business units from a tax and control perspective
Project Leadership & Process Improvement
Take charge of tax-related projects aligned with our strategic goals
Drive process mapping, data analysis and problem solving
Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver better, smarter tax outcomes
Strategic Business Partnering
Work closely with internal stakeholders to provide tax input on key decisions
Bring a commercial lens to tax advice that helps drive business performance
Build trust and influence through proactive, solutions-focused communication
Commitment to Quality
Champion high standards through our local quality management system
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance our compliance posture
Minimum requirements:
8+ years of tax experience in a large corporate or chartered firm, including 4+ years in indirect tax
Strong technical tax expertise, especially in indirect taxes and tax legislation
CA/CPA qualification (or equivalent) – tax specialisation a plus
Advanced Excel and strong MS Office skills
Excellent communication skills and attention to detail
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines
A collaborative mindset and the confidence to drive outcomes
Preferred Experience:
Experience in a multinational environment
Previous involvement in leading or supporting strategic finance/tax projects
Why Stryker?
Be part of a globally recognised Best Place to Work. Join a company that celebrates innovation, drives impact through collaboration, and puts integrity at the heart of everything we do.
Ready to elevate your tax career while making a difference in healthcare?
Apply now and shape what’s next with Stryker.