Leadership and Career Progression Prospect

About UHY Haines Norton?

UHY Haines Norton is a network of independent firms operating across Australia and New Zealand, with a robust global presence through UHY International. Known for a unique approach, we deliver tailored solutions to meet business, organizational, and personal needs. Our services focus on offering practical, professional, and cost‑effective advice. We are committed to building long‑term partnerships and helping our clients achieve success on both local and international levels.

Position Description

Leadership role within the Tax Division of a Mid‑Tier Accounting Firm in Sydney.

Working across a range of different clients, different industries, different taxes and different tax issues both domestically and internationally. This is a wide and varied role, one typically only found in a mid‑tier size firm, not a highly specialised large firm. Each day will typically bring variety and challenge across different taxes.

In our role you will be expected to demonstrate superior Tax Services leadership across our firm both directly to our clients and indirectly through supporting other divisions within our firm. You need to live and breathe Tax with a passion and have strong tax technical skills and experience.

Ideally the next career step within a short time frame for the person in this role is to become a partner in the firm.

Ideal Attributes

Prior Tax experience (of at least 10 years) at a Big 4, mid‑tier accounting services firm with:

- CA or CPA / Master of Taxation / CTA or equivalent qualification;
- Exposure to SGE’s, multinational companies, listed companies, large private groups and SME’s;
- Ability to build strong relationships with a range of clients at differing levels;
- Excellent communication skills, presentation skills and the ability to undertake business development activities;




- Strong problem‑solving and tax technical skills with the ability to exercise mature judgment;
- Strong tax advisory skills with a proven history of working on complex transactions;
- Strong understanding of tax compliance requirements;
- Experience with dealing with the ATO, tax audits and with other external stakeholders / advisers;
- Ability to project manage and deliver multiple client engagements;
- Experience managing and mentoring talent through coaching and on the job training;
- Exceptional analytical and problem‑solving abilities;
- Professional qualifications such as CPA, CA, or similar;
- Thorough knowledge of Australian tax regulations and relevant industry standards; and
- Experience in advising on complex tax matters for businesses and individuals is an advantage.

Why UHY Haines Norton?

Be part of a respected mid‑tier professional services firm that values technical excellence, strong client relationships, and a collaborative, people‑focused culture. This role provides exposure to a diverse and dynamic client base across multiple industries, along with the opportunity to play a key role in shaping and growing the firm’s tax practice.

The successful applicant will bring strong technical capability across core tax areas, a proven track record of delivering high‑quality, pragmatic advice to privately owned businesses and their stakeholders, and the ability to build trusted, long‑term client relationships. Experience leading engagements, mentoring team members, and contributing to business development within a supportive and high‑performing team environment is essential.

Remuneration is commensurate with experience and reflects the seniority and responsibility of the role.

Ready to make a meaningful contribution? Apply now and take the next step in your tax leadership career within a growing mid‑tier firm.

Only candidates whose resumes reflect the above attributes will be shortlisted and contacted for interview.

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📌 Senior Director Tax (New South Wales)
🏢 UHY Haines Norton Sydney
📍 New South Wales