Tax Accountant

Newly created, tax-focused role within a growing organisation. A rapidly growing organisation is seeking a Senior Tax Accountant to step into a newly created role supporting the Financial Controller across all tax, compliance, and statutory matters. This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of a broad tax portfolio while still gaining exposure to international entities, commercial activity, and financial reporting.
If you're looking for a role with variety, progression, and the chance to shape your own remit over the next 12 months, this is it.
About the Role
Tax & Statutory Compliance - Key Focus of the Role

• Prepare and lodge BAS, IAS, Payroll Tax, and WorkCover returns.
• Assist with FBT, Corporate Income Tax, and year-end statutory reporting.
• Coordinate information and supporting documentation for external advisers.
• Support tax planning, compliance calendar management, and process improvement.
• Manage audit queries relating to tax, statutory obligations, and compliance matters.

Financial & Commercial Support (Secondary Focus)

• Assist with monthly financial statements and management reporting.
• Support general ledger integrity including reconciliations as required.
• Contribute to consolidations for international entities.
• Prepare documentation for new customer contracts and commercial proposals.
• Assist with journals, accruals, fixed assets, depreciation, WIP, and revenue recognition.

Governance, Risk & Audit

• Support internal and external audits with accurate and timely documentation.
• Maintain confidentiality of financial and commercial information.
• Identify risks and contribute to improved financial processes and controls.

About You

• Degree qualified in Accounting, Commerce, or similar.
• 2-5 years' experience in tax, business services, or a financial accounting role with significant tax exposure.
• Strong understanding of Australian taxation and accounting standards.
• Proficient with accounting systems and Microsoft Office.
• High attention to detail, strong communication, and excellent organisational skills.

Why This Role?
This is an ideal step for someone wanting to broaden their tax career while keeping exposure to financial accounting. You'll work directly with the Financial Controller, have full ownership of tax processes, and enjoy genuine progression as the organisation continues to expand.

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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