Jethro Byrne

Director – Corporate Tax

Jethro is a Corporate Tax specialist with over 12 years of professional experience working in tax. Having worked at the ATO as a Tax Specialist, he brings a unique and pragmatic perspective to his clients, expertly navigating the complexities of Australian Tax.  

He advises on a variety of tax issues, including structuring, restructures, mergers, integrations, tax controversy and tax compliance support. Jethro’s extensive experience allows him to provide strategic insights and solutions tailored to each client's specific needs. 

With his deep understanding of the commercial and operational considerations for entities both expanding offshore and entering into Australia, Jethro is adept at guiding businesses through the intricate landscape of international tax. He helps clients optimise their tax positions while maintaining compliance with Australian regulations, ensuring their global operations are efficient and compliant.

Experience

• Tax in mergers & acquisitions, including tax due diligence, IPOs, and sale and purchase contract reviews, as well as  advising on complex group restructures to achieve clients’ commercial objectives.
• Tax compliance and reporting, including the preparation of tax effect accounting, corporate tax returns and filings obligations.
• Navigating tax controversy through guidance with ATO audit and reviews, tax governance and ATO rulings and early engagement request.
• Advising clients on the complexities of the Australian hybrid mismatch rules.
• Reviewing and implementing tax governance policies which add value to clients’ businesses and concentrate on ATO areas of focus.