Senior Tax Accountant - NSW

Description

• Manage and maintain tax provisioning in line with IFRS/AASB standards for monthly, half-yearly, and year-end reporting, including effective tax rate (ETR) analysis.
• Lead the preparation and lodgement of Business Activity Statements (BAS) and Instalment Activity Statements (IAS), ensuring GST compliance and reconciliation.
• Assist with continuous improvement of tax processes, controls, and technology utilization (e.g., SAP) within the finance function.
• Manage and prepare all corporate tax returns, including Income Tax Returns, FBT Returns, and R&D Tax Incentive claims, ensuring accuracy and timely submission.
• Oversee and ensure compliance with transfer pricing documentation requirements and related party transactions.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for external tax auditors and advisors, and manage tax-related queries from the ATO and state revenue offices.
• Provide expert tax advice to the business on complex transactions, new initiatives, and general tax matters to ensure regulatory compliance and optimize tax efficiency.

Requirements

• Strong technical expertise in Australian corporate tax (Income Tax, GST, FBT) is essential, coupled with demonstrated attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effectively explaining complex tax issues to both finance and non-finance stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage competing deadlines, and lead the tax compliance function with minimal supervision.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar Senior Tax Accountant role within a large commercial environment or Big 4/Mid-Tier accounting firm.
• Practical experience with SAP or a similar large-scale ERP system for financial and tax reporting is highly regarded.
• CPA/CA qualification and/or a relevant degree in Accounting, Finance, or Law is required.
• A professional, mature, and collaborative approach to working effectively with internal teams and external advisors.

Benefits

• Free on-site parking
• Provided with on-the-job training and professional development support for continuous career growth opportunities.
• Collaborative work environment fostering a positive team culture.
• Discounted Bupa Health Fund and Flare Benefits (Discounted gift cards, novated lease, discounted health/car/home loan).
• Competitive Salary + Superannuation + Performance bonus.

Training + Development

Interview process

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