Manager - Business & Tax Advisory - China Business Practice

This is an opportunity for an experienced professional to step into a Manager role where you will lead client relationships, shape China‑related advisory work, mentor teams, and contribute to the growth of a strategically important practice.

Role Overview

As a Manager, you will take ownership of significant China‑related client engagements, lead project delivery, and act as a trusted advisor to clients with cross‑border tax and business needs. You will balance technical excellence with strong commercial acumen, people leadership, and relationship management.

Key Responsibilities

Client Advisory & Engagement Leadership

• Manage a portfolio of China‑connected mid‑market and private clients, including:
  • Australian businesses investing into or trading with China
  • Chinese‑owned or foreign‑invested enterprises operating in Australia
  • Family groups, trusts, partnerships, and small listed entities
• Provide high‑quality tax and business advisory services, covering:
  • Cross‑border and international tax structuring
  • Inbound and outbound investment planning
  • Ongoing tax and accounting compliance
  • Governance, risk, and regulatory considerations
• Lead the end‑to‑end delivery of client engagements, including scoping, budgeting, resourcing, and quality review.
• Build strong, trusted relationships with senior client stakeholders, including CFOs, business owners, and boards.

China Business Practice Contribution

• Support the growth and positioning of KPMG’s China Business Practice by identifying opportunities arising from China‑related client needs.
• Collaborate with KPMG teams across Australia, China, and the broader global network to deliver integrated solutions.
• Apply strong cross‑cultural understanding to manage stakeholder expectations and drive effective outcomes.

Business Development & Commercial Acumen

• Identify and progress new opportunities within existing and prospective China‑connected clients.
• Support proposals, pitches, and credential presentations.
• Manage engagement economics and contribute to practice revenue and profitability targets.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, coach, and mentor consultants and senior consultants, fostering their technical capability and confidence in China‑related work.
• Provide on‑the‑job guidance, formal performance feedback, and career development support.
• Contribute to building sustainable China capability within the wider Business & Tax Advisory team.

Technical Excellence & Thought Leadership

• Stay current on China‑related tax, regulatory, and market developments and translate these into practical client advice.
• Review complex technical work and ensure high standards of quality and risk management.
• Contribute to internal knowledge‑sharing, training, and external thought‑leadership initiatives where appropriate.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience at Manager (or equivalent) level in tax advisory, accounting, or professional services.
• Strong background in international and/or China‑related tax and business advisory.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex engagements and senior client relationships.
• Experience leading and developing high‑performing teams.
• Strong commercial mindset and interest in practice growth.
• Must be fluent in Mandarin