Senior Tax Accountant

Job Description

Position – Senior Tax Accountant Roles and Responsibilities 1. Tax Compliance, planning and strategy o Ensure compliance with Australian tax laws, including income tax, GST, PAYG withholding, payroll tax, and other statutory taxes. o Prepare and review tax returns, BAS (Business Activity Statements), IAS (Instalment Activity Statements) lodgements etc. o Manage timely payment of taxes and filing of returns to avoid penalties and ensure accurate tax reporting. o Identify tax incentives, credits, or other benefits that could reduce tax liabilities. o Maintain books of accounts as per the accounting standards. 2. Tax Risk Management o Conduct periodic reviews of tax processes and systems to ensure accuracy and compliance o Identify and mitigate tax risks through proactive management and policy development. o Maintain strong documentation for tax positions and prepare for potential audits or tax authority reviews. Skills and Qualifications • Education: Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CA/CPA qualification preferred. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organisational skills; familiarity with Australian tax software and ERP systems Show more Show less