Overview
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From the tail of the fish to the tail of the waka, shines the sun. Meridian is Aotearoa’s largest renewable electricity producer, generating energy from the winds of Tāwhirimātea, the waters of Tangaroa, and the warmth of Tama-nui-te-rā.
Responsibilities
- Manage Meridian’s tax affairs with integrity, ensuring compliance with New Zealand and international tax legislation, and supporting a culture of fairness and transparency.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate tax risks, developing robust processes that reflect diverse viewpoints and encourage continuous improvement.
- Provide expert tax advice on business transactions, projects, and new initiatives, working collaboratively across teams and valuing input from all backgrounds.
- Oversee and be actively involved in the preparation and timely filing of all tax compliance obligations for Meridian and its subsidiaries.
- Build positive relationships with Inland Revenue, other tax authorities, and external advisors, communicating clearly and respectfully with people from all walks of life.
- Lead or support tax-related projects, championing system improvements and fostering an environment where everyone feels safe to contribute ideas and challenge the status quo.
What you’ll bring
CA / CPA qualified (or equivalent), with substantial experience (7+ years) in New Zealand corporate tax – ideally gained in a complex, fast-paced environment.Deep understanding of New Zealand tax legislation, compliance, and reporting requirements, with the ability to keep up with changes in law and best practice.Proven ability to manage tax risk and provide expert advice on business transactions, projects, and cross-border activities.Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with a collaborative approach and respect for diverse perspectives.Experience working with external advisors, tax authorities, and stakeholders from a range of backgrounds.High integrity, attention to detail, and a proactive mindset for continuous improvement and innovation.Commitment to Meridian’s values : Be gutsy, Be a good human, Be in the waka.Benefits
An attractive and competitive salary package that’s reviewed annually, performance incentives, plus discounts from several partnerships.Southern Cross Healthcare - Wellbeing One insurance, a funded scheme for eligible employees to give you that extra peace of mind.Enhanced leave provisions : three company-paid days (over the holiday period), enhanced parental leave and options to buy up to 12 days of additional leave.Life, trauma and income protection insurance (which we hope you won’t need!).Enhanced KiwiSaver contributions.Access to the Meridian employee share scheme.Excellent learning and development opportunities, we want you to be the best version of yourself, and we'll help you get there!Award-winning wellbeing programme that provides support whenever and wherever you need it.Employee discounts off your power with Meridian, every bit counts.A one-off $400 payment to support your work-from-home set-up (if needed).Location and application
Location – Christchurch
Advertising closes 3 December 2025 (subject to change).
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