Taxation Accountant

Apply your tax expertise in GST, FBT and payroll tax within a large, complex organisation.

Your new company 
Join a large and highly regarded public-sector organisation providing essential financial services across a diverse portfolio of stakeholders. You will become part of an experienced finance team with a strong focus on taxation compliance, customer service, continuous improvement and the delivery of accurate and timely financial outcomes.
Your new role 
As Taxation Accountant, you will provide specialist taxation services and advice within a complex, service-focused environment. Working closely with internal stakeholders and external bodies, you will be responsible for preparing and reviewing complex statutory taxation returns, reconciliations and supporting documentation.Responsibilities will include:

• Preparing and reviewing complex GST, FBT and payroll tax (PRT) returns, reconciliations, working papers and supporting reports 
• Providing technical taxation advice and researching relevant taxation legislation, rulings and requirements 
• Liaising with a broad range of stakeholders and relevant external taxation authorities 
• Analysing financial information to identify taxation and compliance issues 
• Contributing to the development and implementation of taxation policies, procedures and controls 
• Identifying opportunities to improve financial processes, reporting, compliance and service delivery 
• Supporting broader risk management, quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives. 

What you'll need to succeed 
To be successful in this role, you will have demonstrated experience in taxation accounting within a complex organisation. You will bring:

• Sound knowledge of Australian taxation legislation, particularly GST, FBT and payroll tax
• Demonstrated experience preparing complex taxation returns and reconciliations
• Strong financial analysis and problem-solving capability
• Advanced Excel skills and experience working with financial management systems
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to interpret taxation legislation and translate technical information into practical advice
• Strong stakeholder management and customer service skills
• The ability to manage competing deadlines within a fast-paced environment.

What you'll get in return 
This is an excellent opportunity to utilise your taxation expertise within a large and complex environment, working alongside experienced finance professionals and engaging with a broad range of stakeholders. You'll gain exposure to interesting and technically challenging taxation matters while contributing to process improvement and high-quality financial service delivery.
What you need to do now 
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. Alternatively, contact Roisin at Hays at Roisin.Smith@hays.com.au for a copy of the PD.#3024088