Analyst Tax

ABOUT SOUTH32 
South32 is a globally diversified mining and metals company. Our purpose is to make a difference by developing natural resources, improving people’s lives now and for generations to come. We are trusted by our owners and partners to realise the potential of their resources.

PERTH OFFICE

South32’s corporate office is based in the heart of Perth’s CBD. The corporate office houses key functions including HR, Legal and External Affairs, Finance, Corporate Development, Investor Relations, Group Risk, and Technical. Our office is conveniently located a 5-minute walk from the Perth Underground Train Station.

WHAT SOUTH32 OFFERS

• Competitive salaries, including Short-Term Incentive Bonus
• Additional employer superannuation contributions which depend on the level of employee contributions you choose.
• Participation in the Employee Share Plan
• Flexible working arrangements and industry-leading parental leave and family care policy

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Opportunity – 12 months, Fixed Term Position: This role will preferably be based at our head office in Perth. We understand and value the benefits flexibility brings and operate a hybrid work model (in the office and from home)

The role of Tax Analyst is to complete direct and indirect tax compliance and tax accounting processes for Australian entities. This role will also be responsible for managing the Australian online administrative aspects of the group including ATO Online Services, MyGov ID, and Director ID

Reporting to the Senior Manager Tax - Australia, key responsibilities are, but are not limited to:

Tax compliance

• Preparation and lodgement of income tax and indirect tax (GST, FBT, payroll tax, excise) returns for Australian entities
• Preparation of the payment requests and associated accounting entries required for income tax and indirect tax liabilities and refund claims for Australian entities
• Preparation of monthly income tax accounting positions for Australian entities (management and statutory)
• Preparation of forecasted indirect tax positions for Australian entities (management and statutory)

Tax controversy

• Assistance with adhering to indirect tax revenue authority compliance activity including reviews, audits, and litigations
• Identification of tax risks

Tax advisory

• Assistance in the preparation of tax advice on Australian income tax and indirect tax matters

Tax online administration

• Monitor and maintain the group’s Australian Taxation Office (ATO) Online Services accounts, including MyGov ID and Director ID management
• Provide assistance and support in completing the group’s Payment Times Reporting submissions
• Monitor and maintain the group’s details on the Australian Business Register

Continuous Improvement

• Assist in identifying and implementing process improvement initiatives which mitigate process risk and increase transparency of tax calculations and outcomes

ABOUT YOU 

• Minimum 2 years of practical experience in a in a mid-sized or large corporate team or a professional services environment 
• Demonstrated strong commercial, tax technical and financial accounting experience

Qualifications for this position are:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce or Law
• CA/CPA or equivalent accounting qualification 

OUR CULTURE

At South32, our people are fundamental to our success. We’re focused on creating an inclusive workplace, with the right people in the right roles, who are engaged, empowered, and appropriately rewarded. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.

The job advert will close on 10 November 2023