Tax Advisory Review Officer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Inclusive workplace

Job summary

State Revenue Office in Melbourne is seeking Tax Advisory Review Officers (Grade 3) to manage a portfolio of objections and private rulings across revenue lines. You will work under the Tax Advisory and Review Branch within Policy Advisory and Legal Services, contributing to tax policy discussions and litigation prudence.

The role requires strong research and analytical abilities, excellent communication, and the capacity to interpret complex legislation in a commercial setting.

Qualifications

• Sound research, analytical and investigative skills to review low to medium complexity objections and provide tax technical advice.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to interpret and apply legislation in a complex legal and commercial environment.
• A relevant qualification in law, accounting or commerce will be well regarded.

Responsibilities

• Effectively managing a portfolio of low- to medium-complexity objections and/or private rulings across all revenue lines.
• Participating in inter-branch consultation regarding the application of legislation, the development of tax policy and draft legislation and the conduct of litigation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Research skills

Communication skills

Legal interpretation

Education

Law/Accounting/Commerce degree

Job description

At least two (2) ongoing Tax Advisory Review Officer, Grade 3 positions are being offered in the Tax Advisory and Review Branch, Policy Advisory and Legal Services Division, Melbourne.

Tax Advisory roles

• At least two (2) ongoing roles in the Technical Advice and Review Branch , Policy Advisory and Legal Services Division
• Salary $81,496 plus 12% superannuation – VPS Grade 3
• Based in Melbourne CBD, with hybrid 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 at sro.vic.gov.au/careers , or via our LinkedIn page .

The opportunity

This tax advisory role deals with state tax objections and ruling requests from external stakeholders. Reporting to the Team Leader, the Technical/Review Officer will be responsible for:

• effectively managing a portfolio of low- to medium-complexity objections and/or private rulings across all revenue lines
• participating in inter-branch consultation regarding the application of legislation, the development of tax policy and draft legislation and the conduct of litigation.

Who we are looking for

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• sound research, analytical and investigative skills to review low to medium complexity objections and provide tax technical advice
• excellent communication skills
• the ability to interpret and apply legislation in a complex legal and commercial environment
• A relevant qualification in law, accounting or commerce will be well regarded. If you are a graduate, or are experienced in law, accounting or commerce, we encourage you to apply.

More information

You can find out more about this role via the position description. You can also contact Rochella Young, Acting Director, Tax Advisory and Review Branch, on [phone]. If you require any adjustments to assist you to participate in the recruitment process, or you need a copy of this advertisement in an accessible format, email [email protected] . 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.