Senior Tax Accountant

Epiroc; Australia; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Company-paid Income Protection

Novated Leasing

Paid parental leave

Training and mentorship

Above NES long service leave

Years of service recognition awards

Job summary

Epiroc is seeking a Senior Tax Accountant in Australia to join the tax function as a key contributor to tax compliance, reporting and advisory across the business. Reporting to the Australian Tax Manager, you will help design, implement and maintain robust tax processes in a growing organization with global backing.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s degree in accounting/commerce or law, professional qualifications (CA/CPA/CTA) and have experience in corporate tax.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• CA/CPA/CTA or progress toward completion.
• Experience in corporate tax function and/or professional services.
• Ability to liaise with external advisers.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review or coordinate tax compliance obligations.
• Prepare, review or coordinate tax effect accounting and reporting obligations.
• Research, advise and liaise with external advisors on tax matters.
• Contribute to M&A tax advice, diligence and post‑acquisition activities.
• Contribute to design and implementation of tax function policies and processes.
• Adhere to Epiroc OH&S policies and perform SHEQ duties as required.

Skills

Tax planning

Tax compliance

Financial reporting

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance/commercial law

CA/CPA/CTA or progress toward

Job description

The Senior Tax Accountant is a newly created role reporting to, and working closely with, the Australian Tax Manager. Following significant organic and inorganic growth in Australia, Epiroc is seeking a motivated and ambitious tax professional who is looking to develop a career in commercial tax management. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the design and implementation of the tax function. With the scale and complexity of Epiroc’s Australian business, its ambitious growth plans and its connection to the global Epiroc Group, the role offers varied and engaging work, broad exposure to the business, and the opportunity to further develop and apply technical tax and commercial skills.

Key Responsibilities of the role:

• Prepare, review or coordinate tax compliance obligations.
• Prepare, review or coordinate tax effect accounting and reporting obligations.
• Research, provide and/or liaise with external advisors on ad hoc or project based tax advice to the business.
• Contribute to M&A related tax advice, diligence and post acquisition compliance, reporting and integration activities such as legal entity rationalisation projects.
• Contribute to the design and implementation of the tax function’s policies and processes
• Understand Epiroc OH&S Policies. Perform any SHEQ duties as required.

Key Competencies to be successful in this role:

• Produces reliable work, maintains clear audit trails and applies appropriate review and reconciliation disciplines
• Balances technical requirements with business objectives and communicates practical options.
• Manages competing deadlines, anticipates dependencies and follows through on commitments.
• Presents complex tax concepts in concise, audience-appropriate language.
• Applies tax law, accounting principles and organisational policy to complex or ambiguous matters.
• Presents complex tax concepts in concise, audience-appropriate language.
• Builds constructive relationships and works effectively across functions and with external advisers.
• Identifies opportunities to simplify, standardise and automate recurring processes.
• Handles confidential information appropriately and demonstrates sound ethical judgement.
• Research and comply with The Epiroc Way.

Essential:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, commerce, law or a related discipline.
• CA, CPA, CTA or equivalent professional qualification, or substantial progress toward completion.
• Relevant experience in a corporate tax function and/or professional services firm or comparable environment.

Desirable:

• Experience and technical skills with respect to international tax, transfer pricing, Australian corporate tax and tax effect accounting/reporting.

Why work for Epiroc?

• Flexible woking arranagements
• Company-paid Income Protection
• Novated Leasing
• Paid parental leave for primary and non-primary carers
• Training and mentorship opportunities
• Above NES long service leave
• Years of service recognition awards
• Job security with an established, sustainable 145+ year old company

It all starts with people.

The world needs metals and minerals for the energy transition and our cities and infrastructure must be developed to serve a growing population. To succeed, we need to speed up the shift towards more sustainable mining and construction industries. We at Epiroc accelerate this transformation, together with customers and business partners in more than 150 countries, by developing and providing innovative and safe equipment, digital solutions, and aftermarket support.

All new thinkers are welcome. We are looking for those who want to develop, grow, and dare to think new. In Epiroc we attract, develop, and retain diverse talent valuing authenticity and unique perspectives, driving our spirit of innovation. We foster an inclusive culture where diversity isn't just a goal but a part of our values and way of working. This is how we do business for a sustainable future. Learn more atwww.epiroc.com