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 [email protected] 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: [email protected] 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. Notes The Department of Home Affairs offers an attractive remuneration package, including salary, superannuation benefits and flexible working conditions appropriate to the level of the position , to read more click here . The Australian Public Service (APS) Employee Value Proposition (EVP) highlights the top reasons our employees enjoy working in the APS. The Department may provide relocation assistance to eligible APS employees required to relocate. The level of assistance will vary depending on the reason for relocating and your personal circumstances. For further information please enquire with the contact officer listed in the advertisement. AI tools may be used to support parts of this recruitment process. The selection panel will disclose where and how AI is used. Information about employment and advice on how to apply for vacancies can be obtained from the Department’s website at https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au/about-us/careers .