- Full-time, ongoing appointment
- Salary range: Level 9 $117,049 - $123,858 plus 17% superannuation
The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked amongst the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research-intensive universities. With an enviable research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to ‘innovate and inspire’ there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top University.
About the team
The role of Finance is to support the appropriate stewardship of the University’s finance through the provision of a strategic financial advice, establishment of a financial management framework, financial management tools, procurement, management of the University’s Investment and Endowment portfolio, as well as financial oversight and accountability for finance and human resources administrative and transactional operations.
Finance undertakes this role through three core pillars: Financial Compliance, Financial Performance and Procurement.
About the opportunity
You will lead and coordinate the University taxation requirements and provide strategic support and taxation advice to senior management. You will also be responsible for ensuring that the University is compliant with respect to relevant taxation laws across multiple jurisdictions.
Further, you will be responsible for supporting activities associated with continuous improvement, such as contributing toward the design of financial models and reports to support decision making and process improvement initiatives
To be considered for this role, you will demonstrate:
- Relevant tertiary qualification in accounting, business or related field of study or demonstrated equivalent competency
- Membership of a recognised Australian accounting body
- Substantial demonstrated experience in accounting and taxation advice
- Knowledge of Australian and international taxation legislation
- Highly developed conceptual, analytical skills and problem-solving skills with the ability to research taxation issues and provide concise summary of legislation and practical implications
- Proven record of involvement in financial management policy development and sound knowledge and understanding of Taxation legislation and accounting best practice standards
- Proven record of successful interaction and providing specialist advice, in both written and oral form, to customers and senior management
Full details of the position's responsibilities and the selection criteria are outlined in the position description. Please see the position description prior to applying: Tax Manager.pdf
You are required to address the selection criteria in your submission in a separate document. For information to assist you with compiling statements to answer the selection criteria, please visit Addressing the selection criteria
Closing date: 11:55PM on Monday, 15 November
This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.
Application Details: Please apply online via the Apply Now button.
Our commitment to inclusion and diversity
UWA is committed to a diverse workforce. We celebrate inclusion and diversity and believe gender equity is fundamental to achieving our goal of being a top 50 university by 2050.
- We have child friendly areas on campus, including childcare facilities. Flexible work arrangements, part-time hours and job sharing will all be considered.
- UWA has been awarded Bronze Employer Status for being a Top Ten Employer for LGBTI Inclusion by the Australian Workplace Equity Index (AWEI -2021).
- UWA has also been awarded Athena Swan Bronze Accreditation in 2020.
Advertised:01 Nov 2021 W. Australia Standard Time
Applications close:15 Nov 2021 11:55 PM W. Australia Standard Time
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