" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eTax Accountant\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"10409\"\u003e Accounting \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"10410\"\u003e Accountant - Tax \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"10411\"\u003e Melbourne \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"10412\"\u003e Permanent / Full Time \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 6/10/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eIdeal first move from Business Services / Tax into industry\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExposure to large family groups, trusts \u0026amp; complex tax matters\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMelbourne Inner South | Hybrid - 3 days onsite | Genuine career succession\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Company\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur client is a highly regarded and established Australian private organisation with a substantial and diverse portfolio of property, investment and business interests. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOperating across a complex group structure comprising numerous companies and trusts, the organisation offers the scale and sophistication of a large corporate environment while retaining the long-term outlook of private ownership.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Role\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e An opportunity now exists for a Tax Accountant to join their established in-house tax function, working closely with and learning from experienced senior tax professionals.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This would be an ideal first move into industry for someone who has developed a strong foundation within Business Services, Private Clients or Tax and is now looking to broaden their experience within a commercial environment.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Rather than advising multiple clients from the outside, you will have the opportunity to develop an in-depth understanding of one substantial private group, gaining exposure to its companies, trusts, investments and broader commercial activities.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Importantly, while compliance forms a key part of the position, the role offers exposure across tax accounting, trusts, governance and advisory matters, providing an excellent platform from which to build a long-term career in tax.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResponsibilities\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReporting to the Senior Tax Accountant, you will work across a diverse group of companies and trusts, with responsibilities including:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePreparing income tax returns across companies and trusts\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAssisting with tax reconciliations, tax-effect accounting and forecasting\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePreparing FBT returns and supporting GST and other indirect tax requirements\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupporting annual trust distributions and associated documentation\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWorking with trusts, Division 7A, Family Trust Elections and trust deeds\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupporting fixed asset reviews and depreciation\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eReviewing financial information and identifying potential tax implications\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAssisting with ATO requirements, tax governance and documentation\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eResearching tax matters and supporting broader advisory activities\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLiaising with finance teams, external tax advisers and auditors\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout You\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eYou will ideally have 2 to 4 years\u0027 experience within public practice, with exposure to larger privately owned businesses or family groups.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Your background may have been developed within Business Services, Private Clients or Tax, and you are now ready to take what you have learned into an in-house environment.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Ideally, you will bring:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience working with large private or family groups\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExposure to companies, trusts and complex group structures\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSound knowledge of Australian income tax\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUnderstanding of trusts, trust distributions and Division 7A\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience preparing company and trust tax returns\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExposure to GST and FBT\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong accounting fundamentals and attention to detail\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCA/CPA qualification or working towards qualification\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMust hold Australian citizenship or Australian permanent residency\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e Exposure to property-related clients or structures would be advantageous but is not essential.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou will be organised and adaptable, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines across a diverse group of entities. This environment will suit someone who can move comfortably between different pieces of work while maintaining a high level of accuracy.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhy Make the Move?\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eFor someone looking to leave public practice, this is an opportunity to learn how tax operates from within a substantial private group and understand the commercial context behind the work you do.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e You will join a small, experienced tax team offering direct mentoring, genuine development and longer-term succession opportunities. The organisation is looking for someone who wants to establish themselves, continue learning and progressively take on broader responsibility as their career develops.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e You will also benefit from:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e$100 to $110k + super\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHybrid \u0026ndash; 3 days onsite (Monday\u0026ndash;Wednesday) / 2 days WFH\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e300m from train station | Onsite parking\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDirect mentoring from experienced tax professionals\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBroad exposure across compliance, trusts, reporting, governance and advisory\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExposure to complex private and family-group structures\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA stable, mature and professional working environment\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGenuine long-term career development and succession opportunity\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eIf you have built a strong foundation in Business Services or Tax and have been waiting for the right opportunity to make your first move into industry, this represents an excellent platform from which to build a long-term corporate tax career.\u003c/strong\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"4475992\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "