Senior Tax Accountant in Perth

Senior Tax Accountant job description

The Senior Tax Accountant is responsible for managing complex tax compliance, reporting, and advisory functions to support the organisation’s fiscal responsibilities. This role works closely with internal stakeholders and external advisors to ensure timely and accurate tax filings, while identifying opportunities for efficiency and risk mitigation.

Senior Tax Accountant job duties and responsibilities of the job

Key responsibilities of a Senior Tax Accountant in the accounting and finance sector include:

Preparing and reviewing corporate income tax returns and supporting workpapers

Ensuring compliance with Australian tax laws, regulations, and reporting deadlines (e.g. Income Tax Assessment Acts, GST Act)

Managing indirect tax obligations, including GST, FBT, and PAYG

Assisting with tax effect accounting and preparing tax disclosures for financial statements under IFRS and AASB 112

Supporting internal and external audits through accurate and timely tax documentation

Monitoring legislative and regulatory changes, and assessing potential business impacts

Providing tax advice on business transactions, restructures, and intercompany arrangements

Collaborating with finance teams to ensure data accuracy and alignment across tax processes

Identifying opportunities for process improvement, automation, and tax optimisation

Typical Senior Tax Accountant job qualifications and requirements

A degree in accounting, finance, or commerce is essential, with CA, CPA, or CTA accreditation strongly preferred. Experience in both compliance and advisory functions is highly valued.

Key skills and attributes for success in this role include:

Extensive experience in corporate and indirect tax compliance, including GST, FBT, and PAYG

Strong knowledge of Australian tax legislation and reporting obligations, including the Income Tax Assessment Acts and GST Act

In-depth understanding of tax effect accounting and financial reporting under IFRS and AASB 112

Proficiency in tax software and ERP systems, such as SAP, Oracle, MYOB, or OneSource

Exceptional attention to detail and analytical problem-solving skills

Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills

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Salary for Senior Tax Accountant in Perth

141700 - 168950

25th percentile

141700

The candidate is new to the role or has limited experience and is building necessary skills.

50th percentile

152600

The candidate has moderate experience in the role, meets most requirements or has equivalent transferable skills, and may also have relevant certifications.

75th percentile

168950

The candidate has extensive experience and advanced skills for the role, and may also have specialised certifications.

Salary range based on three percentiles The starting salaries represent gross yearly salaries. They do not include bonuses, benefits or superannuation.

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239800

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147150

168950

196200

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196200

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