Senior Taxation Officer
Job Details
Job Req ID
Home Affairs - 142010
Location
ACT; NSW; NT; QLD; SA; TAS; VIC; WA
Employment Type
Ongoing (Permanent), Full-time / Part-time
Classification
APS Level 6 - $99,734.00 and $111,701.00 plus 15.4% super (part time pro-rata)
Contact Officer
Meagan Stewart on 02 6198 7658 or meagan.stewart@homeaffairs.gov.au
Office Arrangements
Hybrid - Flexible working arrangements can be negotiated in accordance with our Enterprise Agreement and the operational requirements of the role.
| Applications close on 10/09/2026 at 11:59pm AEST (midnight) - Late applications will not be accepted. |
About our opportunity
This process is being used to fill 1 immediate position.
Applicants suitable for the role but not offered the position for the current vacancy may be placed in a merit list or pool to fill similar vacancies for up to 18 months anywhere in ACT; NSW; NT; QLD; SA; TAS; VIC; WA.
About our team
Chief Operating Officer Group | Finance Division | Financial Operations | Financial Framework
Join a team of knowledgeable professionals in Financial Operations Branch who are responsible for:
- Financial, asset and taxation accounting including the production of financial statements
- Financial governance frameworks and financial systems
- Travel, credit cards and accounts payable
- Financial learning and development
Please visit our website for more information about the Department of Home Affairs or Australian Border Force.
Our ideal candidate
Our ideal candidate is looking to join a great team of high-performing professionals working in a challenging and flexible environment. We're keen to have you join us if you:
- are a self-starter with technical expertise in Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) and Goods and Services Tax (GST)
- have relevant qualifications and/or experience
- have high-level interpersonal, stakeholder engagement and communication skills
- are an enthusiastic team player.
Duties and responsibilities
Assist with preparation and lodgement of the department's annual FBT return and monthly BAS including:
- Benefit data quality assurance, developing and maintaining Excel worksheets, and collating supporting documentation
- Assist with preparation and lodgement of the monthly Business Activity Statement (BAS) for the department and National Emergency Management Agency and lodgement with the Australian Taxation Office
- Research and provide advice on FBT and GST
- Conduct Quality Assurance (QA) and detailed analysis of GST transactions
- Reconcile tax related general ledger accounts and prepare FBT and GST journals
Additional information
The following skills and experience are mandatory:
- Demonstrated knowledge of FBT requirements for large employers
- Demonstrated tax experience
The following qualifications are highly desirable:
- A tertiary qualification in Business/Commerce or Law or equivalent
How to apply
Submit your application and CV through Home Affairs' recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing data on 10/09/2026 at 11:59pm (midnight) AEDT - Late applications will not be accepted.
As part of your application, you will be required to prepare and submit a one-page applicant response document in relation to the advertised role, outlining:
- How your skills, knowledge, and experience will be relevant to this role
- Why you are interested in the role and what you can offer us
- Any specific examples or achievements that demonstrate your ability to perform the role
Applicant response documents must be a minimum 11pt font in MSWord or PDF format, include your full name and the Requisition Number - 142010 in the document footer.
Prior to preparing your response it is recommended you review the Work Level Standards relevant to the classifications you are applying to. It may also be useful to the Integrated Leadership System information relevant to the classification.
Eligibility
To be eligible for the position you must be an Australian Citizen.
The successful candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a Baseline Vetting (AGSVA) security clearance, and:
- ABF Workers will also be required to obtain and maintain an Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC).
- Home Affairs Workers will also be required to obtain and maintain an Onboarding Check.
In certain circumstances, an Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC) may be required in addition to, or in lieu of, an Onboarding Check, which will be determined by the delegate as necessary.
Diversity and inclusion
The Department is committed to workforce diversity and applicants who are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, come from a diverse cultural or linguistic background or have a disability are encouraged to apply.
RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit: https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability
Technical assistance
For technical enquiries please call or email for assistance:
- Email: recruitment@homeaffairs.gov.au
- Phone: 1300 793 883 (within Australia) or +61 2 6196 0444 (outside of Australia)
Please include any applicable screen captures, a response will be provided during business hours.
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