Tax Specialist

1 week ago


Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Volkswagen Group Australia Full time $120,000 - $150,000 per year

Volkswagen Group
is one of the world's leading automobile manufacturers, employing more than 600,000 people globally and selling its vehicles in more than 150 countries. The wholly-owned subsidiary has its National Sales Centre based in Sydney home to some of Australia's most recognisable brands which include Audi, CUPRA, Skoda and Volkswagen.

About Your New Role
As a
Tax Specialist
at Volkswagen Group Australia (VGA), you will be responsible for ensuring the overall accuracy and compliance of VGA's taxation obligations. This includes income tax, FBT, GST/BAS, and customs duties. Working closely with external consultants, you will play a critical role in ensuring compliance with Australian tax regulations while providing strategic advice to minimise financial risk and identify opportunities for cost savings.

Reporting to the Accounting & Treasury Manager, you will also partner with internal stakeholders across the finance team to deliver process improvements, enhance efficiency, and maintain robust relationships with the Australian Tax Office, external advisors, and Volkswagen Group HQ.

Your Main Responsibilities Will Include

  • 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.

About You
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.

Our Benefits, Rewards And Recognition Include

  • 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

Why Volkswagen Group Australia (VGA)?
Working at VGA provides opportunities for growth, personal development, and career opportunities, we also champion 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,
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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



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