Tax Specialist

Tax Specialist at Volkswagen Group Australia (VGA) is responsible for ensuring the accuracy and compliance of VGA's taxation obligations, including income tax, FBT, GST/BAS, and customs duties. Working closely with external consultants, you will provide strategic advice to minimise financial risk and identify opportunities for cost savings. Reporting to the Accounting & Treasury Manager, you will partner with internal stakeholders across the finance team to deliver process improvements and maintain robust relationships with the Australian Tax Office, external advisers, and Volkswagen Group HQ.

• Managing the preparation and lodgement of all corporate tax obligations, including Income Tax, FBT and GST/BAS returns.
• Monitoring and interpreting new tax laws and implementing changes across VGA where required.
• Advising on customs matters and identifying opportunities to reduce indirect tax and duty costs.
• Providing accurate tax provisions for corporate, local, and international employees.
• Supporting corporate risk management by analysing market and industry trends and implementing tax strategies accordingly.
• Managing relationships and operations with local banks, including oversight of payroll and bank transactions.
• Liaising with the Australian Tax Office, Volkswagen Group HQ, and external consultants to ensure compliance and accuracy.
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives to streamline tax and financial processes across the business.

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• CPA or CA qualification (essential) with a tertiary degree in Accounting, Business, or a related field.
• Strong technical knowledge of Australian taxation legislation, compliance, and corporate tax obligations.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex tax processes, ideally within a large corporate or multinational environment.
• Excellent analytical, advisory, and problem-solving skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Proven ability to interpret financial statements and regulatory requirements.
• Strong attention to detail, time management, and project management skills.
• A proactive and solutions-focused mindset, with a drive to identify efficiencies and deliver cost savings.

• A culture of continuous learning, growth and development. You will receive access to LinkedIn Learning and personal development opportunities which is why over 25% of our vacancies are filled by internal candidates
• Flexible working arrangements with our hybrid work model balance office and home for ways of working along with remote location working arrangements for up to 10 days anywhere in Australia
• Additional leave including VGA Day paid leave day, birthday leave and paid parental leave of up to 20 weeks at full pay
• Annual fitness and wellbeing subsidy towards a facility of your choice
• Access to the VGA Car Lease Program
• Discounts on Audi, Cupra, Skoda and Volkswagen car purchases
• Free entry to Dubbo and Taronga Zoo for you and your family
• Work in an award winning state of the art newly refurbished building recognised by Master Builders Association Australia – our offices include onsite parking and a convenient location with close proximity to a train station

Working at VGA provides opportunities for growth, personal development, and career opportunities, and VGA champions a workplace culture that thrives on passion, collaboration, efficiency, mindfulness, authenticity, and innovation.

If this sounds like the role and place for you to drive your career to great heights with a world-class organisation, APPLY NOW

Volkswagen Group Australia is an equal opportunity employer in each jurisdiction that it operates. We encourage and value applications from all diverse perspectives, experience and backgrounds.

To support our desire to create a local talent pipeline, this role is only available for individuals who have permanent work rights in Australia.

Successful applicants will be required to complete background checks through our external provider as a condition of employment.

If we can provide support with access requirements throughout the recruitment process or answer any role specific enquiries, please reach out to the VGA HR Team via rhiannon.hardie@vwga.com.au.