Tax Accountant – Corporate Tax & Compliance

About the role

Reporting to the Group Tax Manager, the Tax Accountant will manage core tax compliance and reporting for AACo, one of Australia’s largest integrated cattle and beef producers. The role involves maintaining accurate tax records, preparing tax accounting entries and supporting tax planning across domestic and international operations.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver tax compliance and reporting obligations, including income tax, indirect taxes and state tax lodgements.
• Maintain accurate tax records, workpapers and supporting documentation.
• Prepare monthly tax accounting journals and month‑end reconciliations.
• Support implementation and ongoing maintenance of AACo's Tax Risk Management and Governance Framework.
• Assist with internal and external audits, regulatory reviews and ATO engagements.
• Monitor compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements, identifying and escalating risks.
• Support complex tax matters such as tax effect accounting, transfer pricing, R&D claims and international tax reporting.
• Research and prepare advice on a wide range of tax issues.
• Provide tax‑related support and guidance to internal stakeholders.
• Contribute to process improvements, automation initiatives and enhanced reporting capabilities.
• Support improvements in tax systems, controls and data quality.

Required profile

• Degree‑qualified in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline.
• CA, CPA or CTA qualified, or currently working towards completion.
• Experience in a professional services, corporate tax or accounting environment.
• Strong experience preparing tax returns, calculations and supporting workpapers.
• Experience preparing journals and working with accounting ledgers.
• Exposure to financial reporting and compliance processes.
• Knowledge of GST, FBT and Payroll Tax is advantageous.
• Excellent analytical, research and problem‑solving capabilities.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills and a collaborative approach.

Required skills

• Advanced Excel
• Financial systems