Senior Tax Accountant

Job Description

\"There are qualities which lead to success. Courage, perseverance, the ability to dream and to preserve.\" - Soichiro Honda

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At Honda, our curiosity about human beings drives us to create products that deliver joy to people's lives. It is our continual pursuit of dreams, inspiring philosophy, and commitment to customers that establish the spirit of Honda. As a company built on dreams, our associates are passionate and inquisitive, and dedicated to putting the customer at the centre of everything we do. We produce some of Australia's most recognised cars and are backed by a huge global footprint. We are also a market-leading importer and distributor of an extensive range of Motorcycles, Power Equipment and Marine products.

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Reporting to the Financial Controller, the Senior Tax Accountant leads a critical role in ensuring all of Honda Australia's internal and external requirements for financial reporting are delivered efficiently and effectively. The role is also imperative in ensuring tax compliance with evolving Australian and international tax regulations and supporting strategic business initiatives through sound tax advice and analysis.

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How you'll make an impact

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• Manage BAS, FBT, and Corporate Income Tax compliance, maintaining accurate reconciliations and audit-ready documentation.
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• Manage year-end income tax reporting, tax disclosures and supporting schedules for statutory financial statements.
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• Coordinate preparation and review of the Annual Compliance Report (ACR), and other transfer pricing and taxation reporting required by Honda Motor Co.
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• Lead engagement with Honda Global and regional tax teams, ensuring timely and accurate reporting responses.
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• Develop and maintain tax policies, procedures and controls.
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• Partner with external tax advisors to ensure compliance with tax obligations and reporting requirements.
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• Support the monthly departmental profit and loss reviews and reports
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• Manage the delivery of month-end balance sheet reconciliations to ensure integrity of financial data.
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• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual result reporting in Honda Motors global financial reporting platform.
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What you'll bring to Honda

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• CA/CPA qualified with proven experience in taxation or financial accounting.
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• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to communicate complex tax matters to non-tax stakeholders.
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• Sound technical knowledge of the tax regulation and compliance framework.
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• Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills.
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• Ability to mentor junior staff and delegate tasks.
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• Proven ability to apply innovative thinking to enhance processes and drive continuous improvement.
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• Advanced Excel skills and sound experience with SAP or other large ERP systems.
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Company description:

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\"There are qualities which lead to success. Courage, perseverance, the ability to dream and to preserve.\" - Soichiro Honda

\n

At Honda, our curiosity about human beings drives us to create products that deliver joy to people's lives. It is our continual pursuit of dreams, inspiring philosophy, and commitment to customers that establish the spirit of Honda. As a company built on dreams, our associates are passionate and inquisitive, and dedicated to putting the customer at the centre of everything we do. We produce some of Australia's most recognised cars and are backed by a huge global footprint. We are also a market-leading importer and distributor of an extensive range of Motorcycles, Power Equipment and Marine products.

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Job description:

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Reporting to the Financial Controller, the Senior Tax Accountant leads a critical role in ensuring all of Honda Australia's internal and external requirements for financial reporting are delivered efficiently and effectively. The role is also imperative in ensuring tax compliance with evolving Australian and international tax regulations and supporting strategic business initiatives through sound tax advice and analysis.

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Profile description:

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How you'll make an impact

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• Manage BAS, FBT, and Corporate Income Tax compliance, maintaining accurate reconciliations and audit-ready documentation.
\n
• Manage year-end income tax reporting, tax disclosures and supporting schedules for statutory financial statements.
\n
• Coordinate preparation and review of the Annual Compliance Report (ACR), and other transfer pricing and taxation reporting required by Honda Motor Co.
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• Lead engagement with Honda Global and regional tax teams, ensuring timely and accurate reporting responses.
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• Develop and maintain tax policies, procedures and controls.
\n
• Partner with external tax advisors to ensure compliance with tax obligations and reporting requirements.
\n
• Support the monthly departmental profit and loss reviews and reports
\n
• Manage the delivery of month-end balance sheet reconciliations to ensure integrity of financial data.
\n
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual result reporting in Honda Motors global financial reporting platform.
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What you'll bring to Honda

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• CA/CPA qualified with proven experience in taxation or financial accounting.
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• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to communicate complex tax matters to non-tax stakeholders.
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• Sound technical knowledge of the tax regulation and compliance framework.
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• Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills.
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• Ability to mentor junior staff and delegate tasks.
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• Proven ability to apply innovative thinking to enhance processes and drive continuous improvement.
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• Advanced Excel skills and sound experience with SAP or other large ERP systems.
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The Honda Experience

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• Attractive lease programs - vehicles & motorcycles
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• Product discounts - vehicles, motorcycles, power equipment, accessories & merchandise
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• Free loan program for lawn and garden equipment (Victorian Associates)
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• Flexible Work Arrangements
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• Paid Parental Leave
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• Exciting Engagement Activities - Associates Day, end of year activities & divisional offsites
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• Employee Assistance Program for associates & immediate family members
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• Wellbeing support - Wellbeing Day, Trained Mental Health First Aiders
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• Cultural Flex Days - substitute two public holidays
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• Access to professional development courses
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• Onsite Gym (Head Office)
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• Free parking
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Why Join Honda Australia?

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At Honda, Respect for the Individual is the fundamental belief in the uniqueness of all human beings. We strive to nurture and promote each other's capacity to think, reason and create. At Honda, we understand that each individual has something to contribute to our success.

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Honda is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support our Employees in an open, inclusive environment and give each individual the opportunity to realise their dreams. When you join Honda, you'll be part of a passionate, diverse group who truly enjoy what we do! That's the Honda way.

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Experience The Power of Dreams for yourself!

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Applicants must satisfactorily complete a National Criminal Records check to undertake this role.