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We need a full-time taxation accountant to perform the various accounting and finance functions. The position is located in our head office at 123 Beatty Road, Archerfield 4108 QLD. You will be required to work 38 hours per week.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a range of taxation, accounting and financial functions to ensure the company's financial resources are effectively managed, accurately reconciled and accounted for in accordance with applicable accounting standards, statutory requirements and business objectives.

The Taxation Accountant will work closely with the Business Manager to support the company's financial operations. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to, month-end and year-end accounting processes, asset management, audit preparation and coordination, taxation and statutory compliance, budgeting and forecasting, general ledger maintenance and control, financial reporting, and the development and improvement of accounting procedures and financial management systems.

Key responsibilities

• Analyse business income, operating costs, expenditure and financial transactions to identify relevant taxation treatments, compliance requirements and potential tax risks.
• Review and assist in the preparation of Business Activity Statements (BAS), Goods and Services Tax (GST), Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) and Pay As You Go (PAYG) withholding compliance, supported by appropriate analysis and documentation.
• Provide advice to the Business Manager on taxation matters, statutory obligations, accounting standards and the taxation implications of financial and operational decisions.
• Prepare and review financial and taxation reports, analyse material variances and assess the accuracy and statutory compliance of reported financial information.
• Review tax-related general ledger balances, taxation adjustments and reconciliations to identify discrepancies and support accurate recognition of taxation liabilities.
• Assess the taxation implications of business plans, project forecasts and operational expenditure, and contribute professional financial and taxation analysis to management decisions.
• Monitor changes to relevant taxation legislation, accounting standards and policies; recommend and implement appropriate improvements to taxation compliance controls and financial reporting procedures.
• Prepare supporting financial analysis and documentation for taxation reviews, external advisers and audit requirements, and assist in resolving taxation compliance queries.

Qualifications / experience: 

• Recognised Degree in business with accounting, accounting or taxation or a closely related discipline.
• At least 1 year of professional experience involving taxation compliance, analysis and financial reporting.
• Demonstrated understanding of Australian taxation requirements, financial accounting standards and statutory compliance.
• Strong analytical skills, professional judgement and proficiency with accounting systems and spreadsheets.
• Knowledge of the construction industry is an advantage.