Tax & Accounting Specialist

An opportunity has arisen to join the Hays finance team as an **ANZ Tax and Accounting Specialist** , taking ownership of a broad portfolio spanning taxation, statutory compliance and financial reporting. **Your new company** Hays is a leading specialist recruitment and workforce solutions organisation. This role sits within the Hays finance function and provides exposure across taxation, statutory compliance, payroll, HR and wider financial control activities. **Your new role** Reporting to the ANZ Financial Controller, you will be responsible for ensuring Hays meets its taxation, corporate and statutory compliance obligations. Key responsibilities will include: * Preparing income tax and fringe benefits tax returns and liaising with external Tax Consultants * Preparing, lodging and ensuring timely payment of BAS * Calculating taxable wages and managing monthly payroll tax obligations across Australian states * Maintaining FBT records and ensuring benefits are appropriately allocated to employees * Maintaining fixed asset depreciation schedules for income tax purposes * Managing and actively participating in ATO audits, questionnaires and ad hoc investigations * Preparing and lodging required ASIC returns within relevant deadlines * Maintaining statutory records for Hays and its subsidiaries * Preparing statutory financial reports in accordance with Corporations Law requirements and accounting standards * Managing salary sacrifice records and advising Human Resources of relevant changes * Maintaining records relating to Hays-owned and leased motor vehicles * Maintaining the Franking Dividend Account and issuing dividend payment statements * Managing business name registrations, private employment agency licences and insurance requirements * Providing backup support to the National Staff Payroll Manager * Identifying opportunities to improve processes, controls and service delivery. **What you'll need to succeed** To be successful in this opportunity, you will bring: * 5+ years' experience working in a tax or business services environment in Public Practice, or in a global commercial organisation. * CA or CPA qualified * Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy * Effective communication and relationship-building skills * The ability to work across multiple taxation and statutory compliance requirements. **What you'll get in return** * Hybrid and flexible working environment * Leave and lifestyle benefits * The opportunity to work for a truly global business * Strong organisational culture **What you need to do now** If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.