Grade 3 Technical Officer

State Revenue Office Victoria; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 73,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% superannuation

Job summary

State Revenue Office Victoria is seeking a Technical Officer for the Landholder Acquisitions Branch in Melbourne CBD. The role focuses on maximizing industry compliance with landholder and related provisions, reviewing disclosures and conducting investigations into non-compliance.

Reporting to a team leader, you will provide advice on statements, registrations and disclosures, perform investigations, and negotiate outcomes with taxpayers and their representatives while applying complex

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in law, accounting, commerce, economics or related discipline.
• Strong communication skills and a focus on customer service.
• Knowledge of investigative techniques to obtain information and evidence.
• Ability to interpret and apply complex legislation.

Responsibilities

• Provide advice on acquisition statements, trust registrations and voluntary disclosures.
• Conduct investigations under guidance, individually or in a team, and prepare accurate reports.
• Negotiate outcomes with taxpayers and their representatives and assist in understanding landholder provisions.
• Support senior staff in applying the Duties Act 2000 provisions.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Verbal & written communication

Analytical skills

Investigative skills

Regulatory interpretation

Education

Tertiary qualification in law/accounting/commerce/economics or related discipline

Job description

At least three (3) ongoing Technical Officer Grade 3 positions are being offered in the Landholder Acquisitions Branch, Compliance Division, Melbourne CBD.

Technical Officer – Landholder Acquisitions Branch - Melbourne CBD

• At least three (3) ongoing roles
• Salary $81,496 plus 12% superannuation – VPS Grade 3
• Based in Melbourne CBD withhybrid working arrangements

What we offer

The State Revenue Office is the Victorian Government's revenue management agency, administering a range of taxes, duties, levies, grants, and subsidies. We aim to develop our people to achieve great outcomes for the Victorian community. We offer flexible working arrangements and a workplace culture that is rewarding and productive, where contributions are valued and recognised, expectations are clear, and treatment is fair and equitable. We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to providing an inclusive, accessible, and safe working environment. Find out more about working at the SRO atCareers | State Revenue Office or via ourLinkedIn page.

The opportunity

The primary purpose of this role is to maximise industry compliance with the landholder, lease and change in beneficial ownership provisions of theDuties Act 2000. This is done by reviewing and assessing low to medium complexity disclosures by taxpayers as well as undertaking investigations into instances of non-compliance.

Reporting to a team leader, you will be responsible for:

• Providing advice on acquisition statements, trust registration applications and voluntary disclosures.
• Conducting investigations under guidance, either individually or as part of a team, and providing accurate reports on findings.
• Negotiating appropriate outcomes with taxpayers and their representatives and assisting them with their understanding of the landholder, lease and change in beneficial ownership provisions.

Who we are looking for

To be successful in this role, you will:

• Be tertiary qualified in law, accounting, commerce, economics or a related discipline, with an ability to interpret and apply complex legislation.
• Have sound interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills, with a focus on excellence in customer service.
• Have knowledge of, and practical skills in applying, a range of investigative skills and techniques to obtain information and evidence.
• Use your problem solving and analytical skills to conduct research and recommend appropriate actions.

More information

You can find out more about this role via the position description. You can also contact George Duvcevski, Manager, Landholder Acquisition Branch on 03 9628 6***.

If you require any adjustments to assist you throughout the recruitment process, or you need a copy of this advertisement in an accessible format, email**********@sro.vic.gov.au.

Please note, as part of our selection process, we conduct pre-appointment checks including those related to references, identity, qualifications, work history, work visa, and police record history.

These roles may be subject to a probation period.