Senior Tax Advisor

Full time permanent opportunity | CBD location - Sydney or Adelaide. Drive impact in a high-performing tax team supporting Origin and APLNG. Shape strategic tax outcomes through advisory, compliance, and reporting.

Join a team that's All Kinds of Useful

At Origin, being useful is more than a tagline - it's how we approach work every day. As a collective, we're a team that thrives on finding better ways, working together, and owning our impact. From powering homes to delivering award-winning internet and helping to lead Australia's energy transition. If you're driven by purpose and excited to be part of something bigger, we'd love to have you on the journey.

About the role

Group Tax provides trusted tax advisory and compliance services to both Origin and APLNG. The team partners closely with the business to deliver value-add opportunities, manage tax obligations, and implement risk mitigation strategies. As a Senior Tax Advisor, you'll support income tax and broader tax matters through both compliance and advisory work across the Origin and APLNG groups.

• Perform tax effect accounting (TEA) for Origin and/or APLNG, including monthly TEA reporting and TEA analysis for the half-year and full-year financial results.
• Review income tax return disclosures and workpapers, monthly instalment activity statements, annual withholding statements, and other income tax compliance lodgements and payments for Origin and/or APLNG.
• Liaise with tax authorities in relation to reviews, administrative matters, and key taxpayer programs, such as the ATO's Justified Trust Program.
• Work with service providers and internal stakeholders to ensure Origin and APLNG comply with their tax obligations and resolving any issues impacting compliance.
• Advise on tax issues, risks, compliance matters and regulatory changes impacting operational activities, contracts, systems, business processes, projects, and transactions undertaken by Origin and APLNG.
• Identify and implement process improvements across tax reporting and compliance workflows to enhance efficiency and risk management.

Skills & Requirements

You'll hold a relevant degree, CA/CPA/CTA/MTax (or equivalent), and bring 4-5 years' experience in tax compliance and advisory within a large corporate or Big 4 environment.

• Knowledge of Australian income tax laws, and the ability to advise on and manage the practical implications for the business
• Strong experience with tax compliance software
• Ability to interpret financial data and experience in using accounting software (such as SAP S/4 HANA)
• Experience in energy & resources industry is desirable
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to clearly communicate complex issues and requirements
• Ability to manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• "Can do" attitude and ability to drive continuous process improvement

So, why join us?

• 20 weeks of paid leave for primary carers with flexible return options.
• Thrive in a culture of personal and professional growth.
• Enjoy a central CBD location with access to parking and public transport.
• Purchase up to four additional weeks of leave annually.
• Engage in opportunities through the Origin Foundation to support your community.
• Powering your career with unbeatable perks - Get discounted electricity, gas, and internet as an Origin employee.
• Explore unique and cost-effective employee EV Car subscriptions.

Origin - Where good change happens

At Origin, we're powered by people who believe in creating change. We are committed to fostering a diverse, gender equitable workforce, where everyone is welcome, and all applications are evaluated on merit and potential. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, people living with disabilities, culturally diverse people, any stage in life, people with intersex variations and people within LGBTQ+ communities, including trans and gender diverse.

Enjoy a challenging career in an exciting industry where you can grow and explore your potential. If you think you have transferable skills, an appetite to learn and would be a great fit, we'd love to hear from you.

Here's a little about us: https://www.originenergy.com.au/about/careers/

Background checks may be required to determine your suitability for this position as part of the recruitment process and during your employment. These checks may include police checks, AusCheck, medical assessment and/or drug and alcohol testing.

Please note unsolicited CVs from agencies will not be accepted.

Origin recognises Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples as the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia, and we pay our respects to Elders past, present and future.