Make a meaningful difference with us.

We want people who are great as individuals, and even better in a team.

We’re on the lookout for a commercially savvy Tax Accountant who’s ready to roll up their sleeves and play a critical role managing tax compliance in a complex not-for-profit environment. You will drive financial sustainability by optimising positions and ensuring accurate, timely reporting to key regulatory bodies

No two days are the same here. You will:

Assist with the preparation and lodging of tax returns, BAS, FBT, and other statutory filings in accordance with NFP regulations.

Ensure compliance with Australian Taxation Office (ATO) requirements, including maintenance of DGR and charity registration status.

Monitor and apply relevant tax concessions and exemptions available to NFPs.

Provide guidance on GST treatment related to aged care, disability and health care.

Assist in tax planning and strategy to maximize available benefits and reduce risk.

Maintain accurate records of tax-related transactions and documentation.

Liaise with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory bodies as required.

Support internal stakeholders with tax-related queries and training.

Assist with process uplift and implementation of new systems.

Stay up to date with changes in tax legislation affecting the NFP sector.

Assist with month-end and year-end financial processes, including tax reconciliations.

Help shape a culture of care, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Be part of a high-performing, fun, and supportive team that loves what they do.

Please note, this is a full time, permanent position. Flexibility is important to us, and we know it is to you, too - this role supports hybrid working.

What you will bring:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

CPA or CA qualification (or working towards).

Minimum 3 years’ experience in tax accounting, ideally within a professional firm or supporting NFPs.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Ability to influence others.

Commitment to the mission and values of the not-for-profit sector.

Experience with ACNC compliance and reporting is desirable.

Why you will love it here:

Working with us means stepping into a role that’s as broad as it is meaningful. You will gain exposure to:

Multiple industries under one roof - health, aged care, disability, community services, and more.

A wide range of workforce models, leadership styles, and organisational challenges.

Opportunities to stretch, grow, and shape your career in ways you won’t find elsewhere.

What makes a difference for you?

The opportunity to be part of the second-largest Queensland employer who has been leading by example as a proud not-for-profit, for more than 100 years. Joining our team, you’ll be welcomed as part of the UnitingCare family. We’re a proud not-for-profit with more than 16,500 staff and 9,000 volunteers across our brands of BlueCare, Lifeline, ARRCS, The Wesley Hospital, Buderim Private Hospital, St Stephen’s Hospital, and St Andrew’s War Memorial Hospital.

Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance.

Access to salary packaging, meal and entertainment benefits - up to $15,900 per year tax free as well as up to $2,650 of your pre-tax income to pay for meal and entertainment benefits. To learn more about this benefit watch the video via the following link: Salary Packaging Explained

A recognition and rewards platform, providing employee discounts at hundreds of retailers, including everyday expenses, holidays, health insurance, a wellbeing program and employee assistance program.

Career development opportunities to challenge yourself, grow and make a meaningful difference

12 weeks paid parental leave and 2 weeks paid partner leave, available after 6 months service, in addition to the government scheme.

Diversity and inclusive leave, offering paid gender affirmation leave and cultural leave options (paid and unpaid) for those who may celebrate Lunar New Year, Diwali, Ramadan, NAIDOC weeks and other significant cultural events.

Diversity & Inclusion

Our approach is simple – everybody is welcome here. At UnitingCare, diversity is at the core of our who we are, our mission and our values. We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees no matter their sex, race, culture, sexual orientation, disability or gender identity. Demonstrating our commitment to reconciliation and building long-term employment opportunities for First Nations peoples, UnitingCare strongly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants for this position.

Safe workplace

We work hard to make our services welcoming and safe for every person. We are united in keeping children, young people and the elderly safe from harm, within our services, workplaces and the communities we support. We are committed to speaking up loudly for their safety.

Child safe, Child friendly

UnitingCare is committed to being a Child Safe, Child Friendly organisation and will provide welcoming, safe and nurturing services for children, implement measures to prevent child abuse and neglect within our services and appropriately and immediately address child abuse and neglect if it does occur.