Senior Tax Accountant

Senior Tax Accountant

Location: Macquarie Park, NSW (Hybrid: 4 days in-office)

At VetPartners, we pride ourselves on delivering shared services support that drives success for our veterinary clinics. This role features a hybrid work arrangement, with four days in the office to promote collaboration, build strong connections, and enhance team engagement, and will directly support our mission of delivering exceptional veterinary care by ensuring through compliance with taxation requirements across Australia and New Zealand.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Tax Accountant to join our Financial Controls team. In this dynamic role, reporting to the Financial Controller, you will work with external consultants to coordinate and lead the tax and reporting compliance activities of the business and drive the development, implementation and maintenance of robust taxation reporting procedures, processes and controls. Your ability to thrive in a high-volume, fast-paced environment will be key to your success.

What You'll Be Doing

• Manage relationships with external service providers (auditors, tax consultants, registry and revenue offices) to ensure timely, high-quality delivery
• Prepare and lodge direct and indirect tax compliance documents, including audits, employee share schemes, company tax returns, FBT, GST, payroll tax, and stamp duty
• Review and maintain franking and dividend imputation credit accounts across the group and subsidiaries
• Provide expert tax advice to internal stakeholders on all federal and state taxes
• Communicate tax changes and deliver technical training to business units as needed
• Develop internal processes and reports for tax reporting and audit purposes
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in data collection and reporting

What We're Looking For

• 4+ years' experience in a high-volume, multi-site tax role with exposure to Australian and New Zealand tax regulations
• CA / CPA qualification (or equivalent)
• Advanced Excel skills
• Strong collaboration and change management capabilities
• Proven team leadership and employee management experience
• Ability to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Exceptional attention to detail and reconciliation accuracy

Why join VetPartners?

At VetPartners, we're more than just a company – we are united by our passion for animal welfare and excellence in veterinary care. Working with us means being part of a dynamic and supportive community where your contributions are valued, and your growth is nurtured.

• Shared Purpose: Join a passionate community dedicated to advancing animal healthcare and making a positive impact on pets and their owners.

• Collaborative Culture: Experience a supportive environment where collaboration fuels innovation and fosters personal and professional growth.

• Opportunities for Growth: Grow with us through ongoing training, mentorship, and career advancement opportunities tailored to your development.
• Rewarding Work: Make a difference every day by contributing to meaningful projects that positively impact the health and well-being of animals.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible working arrangements and support to maintain a healthy balance between your professional and personal life.

How to Apply

Ready to apply? Click the Apply button to submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience.

VetPartners is committed to Equal Employment Opportunities. We are dedicated to providing an inclusive, diverse, and flexible workplace where differences are valued. We welcome people of all backgrounds, experience and abilities.

A note to recruitment agencies:We are not accepting candidates from recruitment agencies.We do not accept unsolicited agency resumes and are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.No agencies required.