Tax Accountant

About the team

Our Group Accounting team is responsible for the consolidation and analysis of the Wesfarmers Group accounts, management and improvement of finance systems, accounting and taxation matters for the Corporate Office, as well as providing a source of expertise for the Wesfarmers Group.

What you’ll do

Reporting to our Team Leader – Tax and Treasury Accounting, and working closely with our Group Taxation team, this role is responsible for the tax compliance obligations of the Corporate Office.

Key responsibilities include :

• Preparation of Corporate Income Tax returns, Fringe Benefit Tax return, Business Activity Statements and Payroll Tax returns
• Preparation of tax effect accounting calculations
• Collaborating with the Group Tax team and the broader Group Accounting team in relation to taxation matters
• Undertaking research and the provision of ad hoc advice
• Assisting with continuous improvement and implementation of effective tax compliance processes
• Assisting with the preparation of statutory accounts and management reporting
• Assisting with system administration for Finance software
• Participating in project work as required

To be successful for this role, you will :

• Possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Show a high degree of attention to detail
• Be a self-starter and results focused
• Demonstrate well developed written and verbal communication skills
• Be team orientated, with a motivation to excel in your career
• Have 5+ years corporate taxation experience, gained in the Corporate Taxation or Private Clients division of a chartered accounting firm or corporation
• Be skilled in the practical application of tax legislation, as well as provision of advice on all areas of taxation compliance
• Have a sound knowledge of Federal and State taxation laws
• Demonstrate project management and research skills
• Have a degree in Commerce or a related discipline and have commenced or completed CA / CPA accreditation

About Wesfarmers

As one of Australia’s largest listed companies, we’re proud of our longstanding contribution to Australians. We continually reinvent ourselves and invest in the businesses we own and operate, including leading retailers like Bunnings, Kmart, Target, Officeworks and Priceline. We also have an online offering, including OnePass and the Group shared data asset. Our work doesn’t stop there, we operate in the industrials sector which supplies the nation with chemicals, energy and fertilisers, and industrial and safety products. And we participate in an integrated lithium joint venture, including the operation of a mine and concentrator and the development of a refinery.

Join the team at Corporate Office which provides support and advice across the Wesfarmers Group

The Corporate Office provides corporate services and support to the autonomous businesses within the Wesfarmers Group, enabling the achievement of Group objectives. It leads capital allocation and portfolio management for the Group and focuses on leveraging and enhancing the Group’s reputation to support attraction and retention of talent, securing investment opportunities and maintaining a low-cost capital. To do this, we need great people, working together and role modelling our values and ways of working.

Our culture

We’re results focused, but we’re a business that cares. Here we are less about titles and more about everyone playing a valuable role. We provide autonomy and space with freedom to operate, quickly learning from mistakes because we know they are part of the way forward. We’re curious, open minded, and collaborative. And although we’re thought leaders, we’re humble, and willing to share knowledge and learn from one another.

We know that diversity fosters greater innovation and better customer connection, so we strive to create an inclusive and diverse work environment.

Next steps

If this sounds like your next career move, then combine your cover letter and resume into one document and click on the ‘Apply’ button by Tuesday, 11 November 2025. Please note that we may commence interviewing of candidates prior to this closing date.

For brief enquiries please contact Human Resources on (08) 9327 4223.

We’re hiring the best and the brightest talent. Let’s start to explore the possibilities of achieving great things together.

For more information, visit our website at www.wesfarmers.com.au

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