Tax Accountant

Location: Brisbane 

Contract Type: 6 Month Fixed Term Contract 

MinterEllison is one of Australia’s largest law firms, with nearly 200 years of business history.  We're known for our legal and consulting expertise - and for our inclusive and authentic character.

Our purpose is to create sustainable value with our clients, people and communities.  That means we have a proud history of providing excellence to clients, nurturing our people and giving back to the communities in which we live and work.

We value excellence, curiosity and collaboration.  Clients rely on us for our responsive, commercial approach.  Our clients include government departments and agencies, private and publicly listed companies, and small and large businesses in Australia and overseas.  

As a highly valued employee we will also provide you with a wide range of benefits. To view our benefits, please copy this link into your browser www.minterellison.com/-/media//Minter-Ellison/Files/Careers/MinterEllison-Employee-Benefits-2024.ashx

Our team

This role is a key member of the Tax and Projects Finance team, which in turn has responsibility for the timely, complete and accurate reporting of all tax transactions within the MinterEllison Group.

Your Role

The main duties and responsibilities of this role will include, but not be restricted to, assisting the Senior Tax Accountant with:

• Preparation and lodgement of annual tax returns for all entities within the ME Group;
• Preparation and lodgement annual FBT returns for all entities within the ME Group;
• Liaising with external tax advisors;
• General tax compliance reviews;
• Preparation and lodgement of monthly GST returns for all entities within ME Group;
• Controlled money account review and lodgement of tax returns;
• Responsible for the preparation of the International tax returns in conjunction with the local external tax advisors;
• Research for all tax queries ensuring all processes are streamlined with current policies in Australia;
• Updating of all tax policies and procedures are updated in accordance with Australia tax legislation;
• Assist Senior Tax Accountant with any adhoc projects or queries.

You will have

• Minimum 5 years' experience in taxation
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail
• High level of accuracy, organisation and time management skills.

Why MinterEllison

We offer flexible working options to encourage balance, wellbeing and support for sustainable ways of working and a range of social, financial and health benefits, including free gym membership - all with no minimum tenure.

We encourage applications from people of all ages, abilities, cultural backgrounds, genders (including trans or gender diverse), LGBTQ+ people and those with carer responsibilities. We particularly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.

How to apply

We prefer to connect with people directly, so please submit your CV by clicking on the 'Apply' button. We encourage all applications, including if you do not meet the criteria listed for the role. Your application will also enable us to consider you for other opportunities that may be available at MinterEllison.

If you are currently a MinterEllison employee, please apply through the internal careers page.

If you would like further information, require any adjustments throughout the recruitment process or for a confidential discussion, please contact Miriam.Harner@minterellison.com.