Our client is a large federal government department with diverse business requirements and activities. Working here offers the best of both worlds – the stability of government with a commercial flavour.

The department is known for its excellent working conditions, flexible arrangements, and strong focus on staff development.

The Opportunity

This Tax Accountant role sits within a supportive finance team known for its positive culture. Offered as a 12-month non-ongoing contract, there is a strong possibility of extension and a clear pathway to permanency, as it’s a vacant position.

This is a great opportunity for high-performing tax accountant currently working in tax firms to transition into the federal government and have a long-term career within APS.

The successful candidate will enjoy hybrid working arrangements (typically 2-3 days from home) and have opportunity to act at the EL1 level.

The Role

Key responsibilities include:

• Preparation and lodgement of Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) returns and monthly/quarterly BAS
• Researching and providing taxation advice across GST, FBT, PAYG withholding and contractor superannuation
• Developing and maintaining tax-related policies, procedures, and reference guides
• Managing stakeholder relationships and liaising with the ATO and external consultants on tax matters
• Assisting with tax-related year-end financial reporting and reconciliations
• Conducting quality assurance, detailed analysis of FBT and GST transactions, and preparing journals

The Ideal Person

We’re looking for a high-performing candidate with strong attention to detail, a solid foundation in tax, and several years of experience specialising in GST and FBT. You are likely to come from one of the following backgrounds:

• Experience as a Tax Accountant or Senior Tax Accountant in a Big 4 firm
• Extensive experience in a mid-tier tax and business advisory firm at the Senior Tax Accountant or Manager level

To be eligible, you must be an Australian Citizen.

Salary / Rate

• $82k - $107k + 15.4% Super

How to Apply

To apply online, please click on the appropriate link.

Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Eileen Cheng on 02 6108 4878 quoting ref no. 20736

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