NSW Government -Transport For NSW Hiring for Tax Accounting Officer Job at Burwood Full Time

About us

Transport for NSW keeps our State moving by providing safe, integrated and efficient transport systems. We put our customers at the centre of everything we do – and we do a lot. We connect people, communities and industry and manage how they use our road, rail and maritime networks and services, and even active modes like walking and cycling. The work we do connects the journeys you take every day.

We are a state government organisation made up of more than 28,000 people and we’re in the middle of delivering the largest transport infrastructure program in Australia’s history. We work across planning, policy and procurement, harnessing data and technology to develop smarter and more adaptive transport solutions.

That means job opportunities in metropolitan and regional areas right across NSW – you have the chance to be part of creating a lasting legacy that will benefit generations to come.

About the team

Corporate Services provides sustainable strategies, solutions and services to enable our clients to deliver with confidence Transport’s vision. The division thrives in providing a robust to commercial management, ensuring financial sustainability across the cluster and driving strategic projects, procurement and transformation through the provision of corporate services to internal clients.

The opportunity

An exciting new opportunity now exists for a Tax Accounting Officer within Transport Shared Services- Finance & Procurement team in our Corporate Services division. This is a Temporary full time opportunity, up to 01.07.2023, based in Burwood however with the current COVID environment the incumbent of the role will have the option of working from home.

The role of Tax Accounting Officer is a new upgraded role in Transport Shared Services – Finance & Procurement team. You will be responsible for supporting the delivery of a high standard of Tax Accounting services in a highly technical accounting discipline.

You will work closely with the Tax Accountant & Senior Tax Accountant in delivering specific tax accounting activities which include GST, FBT, BAS, Fuel Tax Credits, Payroll Tax etc. You will be responsible to support the processing and management of these services and assist our client agencies to meet legislated tax related obligations.

Please click here to view a copy of the position description.

Essential Requirements:

• Experience working in tax accounting in a large organisation

• Experience with and sound understanding of relevant legislation and regulations and commercial accounting practices relating to government organisations.

• Demonstrated skill in building rapport, understanding stakeholder requirements and resolving concerns.

• Demonstrated capability to communicate clearly, concisely and appropriately both orally and in writing.

• Sound numeracy ability with solid analytical and problem-solving skills

• Demonstrated ability to adapt, to learn and implement new processes and procedures as new technology, service requirements and work methods emerge

Salary and Benefits

The salary for this position is Transport Grade 6 ($94,879 – $104,367) per annum plus superannuation and leave loading.

For more information on Employee Benefits at Transport for NSW, click here.

Our Commitment to Diversity

Great people come from all walks of life. We are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and flexible workforce which reflects the community and the customers we serve. We actively promote gender diversity in our workplaces, the employment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and the employment of people with a disability. We welcome and encourage applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, or sexual orientation. If you need an adjustment in the recruitment process, please call/text or email the contact person for this role.

Interested?

Joining Transport for NSW, you’ll have access to a range of unique government benefits in a flexible work environment like no other. If you’re ready to step into this meaningful and rewarding role, we want to hear from you!

To apply for this position, please submit an updated resume and answer all questions within the online application process.

For any enquiries, please email Jimmy Desai at [email protected]

Find out more about Transport for NSW at https://www.transport.nsw.gov.au/about-us

Applications close: 11:59pm Friday, 21st January 2022.

We are the community we serve

We are committed to being an inclusive, diverse and flexible workplace where differences are valued. We welcome people of all backgrounds, experience and abilities.

We enable our people to work in ways that work for them. Working virtually and from different locations including regional locations, staggering work hours and job sharing are just some of the ways our people can work flexibly.

Please contact the Talent Specialist below if you require any adjustments to be made to how you interact with us throughout the recruitment process or would like to discuss flexible work options.

For any enquiries, please email Jimmy Desai at [email protected].

We’re certified as a Family Inclusive Workplace

Our flexible work practices and policies for parental leave, employee and family wellbeing and family care enable us to provide genuine support for our people to thrive at work and at home.

Apply today to register your interest!

Find out more about Transport for NSW at https://www.transport.nsw.gov.au/about-us.

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Our COVIDSafe Measures Policy

All Transport for NSW workers are required to have:

• at least one dose of a TGA approved COVID-19 vaccine by 6 December 2021 and two doses by 7 February 2022; or
• an approved medical contraindication.

You will be required to show proof of your COVID-19 vaccination status or apply for a medical exemption prior to securing this role.