Manager Taxation Services

at; South Australia; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A statutory authority in South Australia seeks a Manager Taxation Services to lead high-quality, client-focused tax services. The ideal candidate will have significant experience and a degree in accounting, commerce, or law. Responsibilities include strategic planning, overseeing complex taxation matters, and ensuring compliance. This position offers an opportunity to enhance the financial wellbeing of vulnerable South Australians.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in taxation services.
• Proven ability to ensure compliance and governance.
• Experience managing complex taxation matters.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of high-quality tax services.
• Strategic planning and operational leadership.
• Oversee complex taxation matters and compliance.

Skills

Deep technical knowledge

Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities

Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams

Risk management

Continuous improvement mindset

Education

Degree in accounting, commerce or law

Registration as a Tax Agent

Job description

Our client, the Public Trustee is a statutory authority committed to safeguarding the financial and legal interests of South Australians, particularly those who are vulnerable or unable to manage their own affairs. Operating under the Attorney‑General’s Department, the Public Trustee provides professional services in estate administration, trust management, Will‑making, financial administration and taxation.

We are now seeking a dynamic and experienced Manager Taxation Services to lead the delivery of high‑quality, compliant and client‑focused tax services. This is a rare opportunity to lead a specialist branch within a respected statutory authority, where your expertise will directly support the financial wellbeing of vulnerable South Australians. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, you will be responsible for strategic planning, operational leadership and the oversight of complex taxation matters including personal, trust and deceased estate returns, and play a key role in ensuring compliance, governance and service excellence.

This role demands a seasoned professional with a degree in accounting, commerce or law, and registration as a Tax Agent. You will bring deep technical knowledge, strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities and a proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams in a high‑volume, high‑stakes environment. Your ability to manage risk, drive continuous improvement and deliver results with integrity will be key to your success, as will your ability to provide expert guidance across the organisation on taxation legislation, superannuation and compliance.

Interest is sought from professionals who lead with confidence, communicate with clarity and thrive on complexity. You will be a strategic thinker, a collaborative partner and a champion of public sector values. This role offers the opportunity to influence branch‑level strategy, lead the delivery of complex taxation services and manage a branch playing a vital role in safeguarding the financial wellbeing of South Australians.

Applications close at 5:00pm on Friday, 5 December 2025.

Telephone enquiries to Tess Shaw are welcome on ([phone].

To apply, please click the link above and submit your CV and Cover Letter.

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