Tax Accountant

About IDP

Role purpose

We are seeking a highly motivated Tax Accountant to join our dedicated Finance team based in Melbourne. Reporting directly to the Group Head of Tax, the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in supporting our Australian and international tax compliance requirements, ensuring that all obligations are met efficiently and accurately. This position presents a unique opportunity to contribute to the continuous enhancement and modernisation of tax processes through innovative solutions and automation.

This is an exciting role for a professional who combines solid technical tax expertise with a proactive approach to process improvement, eager to engage with cross-functional teams and leverage analytical tools to drive efficiency. The Tax Accountant will be central to maintaining compliance and governance standards while supporting the organisation’s strategic financial objectives on a global scale.

Key accountabilities

• Managing and supporting Australian tax compliance obligations, including income tax, Goods and Services Tax (GST), and Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT), ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Preparing detailed monthly tax calculations and assisting with tax reporting requirements across IDP’s global group entities.
• Reviewing and verifying tax disclosures, reconciling tax computations within statutory financial statements to uphold compliance and reporting integrity.
• Assisting with withholding tax obligations and managing foreign tax offset processes to optimise tax positions in various jurisdictions.
• Collaborating closely with Finance and other stakeholder teams to provide actionable, practical tax advice, facilitating informed decision-making.
• Driving initiatives aimed at tax process automation, standardisation, and continuous improvement by leveraging advanced technology and analytics tools.
• Utilising finance systems and data analytics to enhance the quality, accuracy, and efficiency of tax reporting and compliance activities.
• Supporting internal and external audits, responding to tax authority enquiries, and ensuring robust governance and compliance frameworks are maintained.

• Be part of a globally connected organisation committed to positively impacting education worldwide.
• Collaborate with passionate, diverse, and supportive colleagues in a culture that values teamwork and innovation.
• Engage in a forward-thinking, digitally driven work environment that embraces new ideas and technologies.
• Gain exposure to a wide range of global operations and diverse international stakeholders.
• Benefit from accessible leaders who prioritise your professional development and provide ongoing mentorship and growth opportunities.

Required experience

• A minimum of 2 years’ hands-on experience in tax compliance within a corporate finance environment or a Big Four Chartered Accounting firm, demonstrating a firm grasp of tax regulations and practices.
• In-depth understanding of Australian tax legislation, including practical application to income tax, GST, FBT, and related compliance areas.
• Proven experience with tax effect accounting and comprehensive tax reporting processes aligned to statutory requirements.
• Relevant tertiary qualification in Accounting, Commerce, or a closely related discipline, underpinning a strong foundational knowledge.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel with strong analytical capabilities, enabling efficient data handling and insightful interpretation.
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to engage and build rapport with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders.
• A genuine continuous improvement mindset, actively seeking opportunities to optimise workflows through technology and automation tools.

• Familiarity with Oracle Fusion or similar Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, enhancing integration and reporting capabilities.
• Experience working with business intelligence and data transformation tools such as Power BI and Power Query, as well as workflow automation technologies.
• Previous exposure to multinational organisational environments, contributing to a broad understanding of international tax considerations and compliance complexities.
• Participation in finance transformation projects or initiatives focused on process improvement and operational efficiency.