Senior Tax Consultant

Chemist Warehouse; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work from home one day per week

Paid parental leave

Employee discounts with partner brands

Employee assistance program

Onsite canteen

Job summary

Sigma Healthcare, based at the Preston Support Office in Melbourne, seeks a senior tax professional to support compliance, advisory and statutory reporting across Australian and international obligations. You will partner with stakeholders to deliver practical tax advice while strengthening governance and expanding automation.

With 5+ years in tax advisory/compliance, you will leverage SAP S/4HANA and Dynamics 365 experience, and contribute to robust tax governance aligned with regulatory

Qualifications

• CA or CPA qualification required.
• Minimum 5 years of tax advisory and compliance experience.
• Working knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards.
• Strong commercial acumen; translate tax into practical solutions.
• Excellent organisation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support corporate income tax, GST, FBT and tax transparency reporting obligations.
• Assist with Pillar 2, CbCR and transfer pricing compliance.
• Review Group income tax returns and prepare workpapers.
• Review BAS to support accurate tax compliance.
• Liaise with external advisers, auditors and revenue authorities.
• Drive improvements to tax processes through automation and systems.

Skills

Tax advisory experience

Australian Accounting Standards

Strong communication

MS Office / Excel

Independent working

Education

CA or CPA qualification

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

Dynamics 365

Excel

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Our Tax team sits within Group Finance and supports Sigma Healthcare through tax compliance, practical advice and strong governance. Working with internal stakeholders, external advisers and revenue authorities, the team helps manage tax risks, improve compliance processes and support informed business decisions across the Group.

About the Role

Based at our Preston Support Office and reporting to the Group Tax Manager, you will support tax compliance, advisory and statutory reporting activities across Sigma Healthcare. You will work on Australian and international tax obligations, provide practical advice to business stakeholders and help strengthen our tax governance framework through process improvements and automation.

Role Responsibilities

• Support corporate income tax, GST, FBT and tax transparency reporting obligations.
• Assist with the Group’s Pillar 2, Country-by-Country Reporting and transfer pricing compliance.
• Review Group income tax returns and prepare supporting workpapers.
• Review Group Business Activity Statements to support accurate tax compliance.
• Liaise with external advisers, auditors and revenue authorities on reviews, audits and information requests.
• Drive improvements to tax processes through automation initiatives and systems support.
• Support the ongoing development of a robust tax governance framework aligned with ATO Top 100 expectations.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to deliver practical, timely and commercially focused tax advice.
• Communicate complex tax matters clearly through written and verbal advice.
• Assist with tax effect accounting calculations and supporting tax workpapers for statutory reporting.

Who are we looking for?

• A Chartered Accountant (CA) or Certified Practising Accountant (CPA) qualification.
• At least five years of tax advisory and compliance experience.
• Working knowledge of relevant Australian Accounting Standards.
• Strong commercial acumen and the ability to translate complex tax matters into practical solutions.
• Strong organisation and planning skills, with the ability to prioritise competing demands and manage multiple tasks.
• A high level of attention to detail and well-developed written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; advanced Excel skills and financial acumen will be highly regarded.
• A proactive, adaptable and collaborative approach, with the ability to work independently and a willingness to learn.
• An interest in tax research and analysis, which will be encouraged and supported.
• Tax advisory experience within a mid-tier or Big Four firm will be highly regarded.
• Experience using SAP S/4HANA and Dynamics 365 will be highly regarded.

Why Join Us?

• Grow your career with purpose - Access a wide range of learning and development programs, including our internally designed leadership courses (including our Women in Leadership program) to support your long-term growth. Be part of a purpose-driven organisation making a difference in healthcare, working with a collaborative and supportive team.
• Be rewarded for your impact - Enjoy annual salary reviews linked to your performance, recognising the value you bring to the team.
• Flexibility that works - Work from home one day per week, while staying connected with your team at our vibrant Preston Support Office four days a week. We're committed to supporting our people through life's important moments. Alongside our formal flexibility policies, we recognise that some circumstances, such as returning from parental leave or managing personal wellbeing, may require additional consideration. In these situations, we work collaboratively on case-by-case arrangements to provide the support needed while balancing the requirements of the role and team.
• Paid parental leave - We support growing families with six weeks of paid parental leave for primary carers and one week of paid parental leave for secondary carers.
• Exclusive savings - Access generous team member discounts across a wide range of products through our partnership with Flare, including company-wide corporate offers on healthcare premiums with Bupa Healthcare, banking benefits with CommBank, novated leasing and a team member discount card offering savings in our Chemist Warehouse pharmacies.
• Support when you need it - Tap into confidential Employee Assistance Program services for personal or professional support.
• Onsite convenience - Take advantage of our subsidised onsite canteen for varied and affordable meals, coffee, confectionery and bakery items.
• Easy commuting - Enjoy our complimentary shuttle bus connecting nearby train stations to the Preston Support Office, making public transport travel simple and stress-free.

About Us

Sigma Healthcare is powering pharmacy! We have the largest pharmacy network in Australia with trusted brands including Chemist Warehouse, Amcal, Discount Drug Stores and Ultra Beauty! We are powered by our dedicated people and our leading Australian full line pharmacy wholesale and distribution business that delivers medicines to any pharmacy anywhere in Australia. With Chemist Warehouse now operating in four countries outside Australia, we continue to expand our reach.

Sigma Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences and encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every requirement listed.