Taxation Compliance and Governance Lead
Noosa Council | Noosa, QLD |$109,838 Base|$124,675 TRP
Public Sector People are proud to partner with Noosa Council to recruit an experienced Taxation Compliance and Governance Lead.
This is much more than a business-as-usual taxation position.
It is a senior specialist opportunity to lead Council's response to two critical taxation compliance projects relating to Fringe Benefits Tax and Superannuation Guarantee.
Reporting to the Financial Services Manager, you will combine advanced technical taxation knowledge with robust project delivery capability.
You will identify and quantify areas of exposure, lead remediation activities and embed governance frameworks that support sustainable compliance beyond the life of the projects.
The role will also provide specialist advice across Goods and Services Tax, contractor classification, supplier taxation obligations and other associated compliance risks.
Council needs someone who can do more than identify problems.
You will need to translate complex legislation into practical solutions, bring clarity to accountabilities and deliver lasting improvements across finance, payroll, human resources, procurement and governance.
The Chance
This is a senior individual contributor position with no direct reports.
Your influence will come through your technical expertise, judgement, stakeholder capability and ability to lead complex work through to completion.
You will take ownership of the end-to-end delivery of Council's priority taxation compliance projects, ensuring milestones, deliverables and outcomes are achieved within agreed timeframes.
Key responsibilities will include:
Leading specialist compliance projects relating to Fringe Benefits Tax and Superannuation Guarantee
Acting as Council's taxation and compliance specialist within Financial Services
Providing expert advice across FBT, GST, Superannuation Guarantee, contractor classification and supplier‐related taxation obligations
Undertaking retrospective compliance reviews, including data analysis, risk identification and impact assessment
Quantifying potential exposure and developing practical remediation strategies
Designing and embedding fit‐for‐purpose governance frameworks, policies, procedures and internal controls
Partnering with Finance, Remuneration and Benefits, Human Resources, Procurement and Governance teams
Clarifying responsibilities and supporting informed decision‐making across multidisciplinary teams
Managing engagement with external taxation advisers and specialists, ensuring quality,



value for money and timely delivery
Preparing executive‐level briefings, risk assessments, options papers and recommendations
Managing project scope, dependencies, milestones and progress reporting
Building organisational capability through structured knowledge transfer, clear documentation and practical guidance
Ensuring responsibility for ongoing compliance can transition effectively into operational teams at the completion of the projects
About You
You will be an experienced taxation, superannuation or compliance professional who is comfortable taking ownership of complex and potentially sensitive issues.
You will bring strong technical knowledge, but equally important will be your ability to apply that knowledge in a practical organisational environment.
You will know how to move from identifying an issue to quantifying the risk, recommending a course of action and implementing a sustainable solution.
Qualifications and Experience
Demonstrated experience leading taxation, superannuation or compliance‐focused projects within a large or complex organisation
Advanced knowledge of Australian taxation legislation relating to payroll and employment arrangements
Robust technical capability across Fringe Advantages Tax and Superannuation Guarantee
Knowledge of GST, contractor engagement models and supplier‐related taxation obligations
Proven experience conducting retrospective compliance reviews and identifying regulatory risk
Experience supporting taxation remediation and broader governance improvement initiatives
Strong project governance and delivery capability, including managing scope, dependencies, milestones and reporting
Experience designing and implementing policies, procedures and internal control frameworks
Highly developed stakeholder engagement and communication skills
The ability to translate complex legislative and technical requirements into explicit, practical advice
Strong written capability, including the preparation of executive briefings, risk assessments and recommendations
The confidence to work across multidisciplinary teams while maintaining clear advisory and operational accountabilities
A practical,



solutions‐focused approach and the judgement to work through competing risks and priorities
Additional Requirements
A degree in accounting, finance, business or a related discipline, or equivalent demonstrated knowledge and experience in taxation, financial compliance and governance
A current C Class driver licence
Membership of, or progress towards membership of, a recognised professional accounting body would be advantageous.
Previous experience within local government or the broader public sector would be highly regarded but is not essential.
Council will also consider candidates from complex corporate environments who can demonstrate the required taxation expertise, governance awareness and project delivery capability.
Why Noosa Council?
At Noosa Council, being "Different by Nature" reflects more than the region's location.
It represents how Council supports its people, serves its community and protects one of Australia's most distinctive natural environments.
Based on Kabi Kabi Country, Noosa Shire is home to more than 56,000 residents and covers 872 square kilometres.
Internationally recognised as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, the region offers an exceptional combination of beaches, national parks, lakes and hinterland communities.
Council employs more than 500 people and plays an important role in delivering a sustainable future for the shire.
This opportunity offers:
Full‐time, fixed‐term employment through to 30 June ****
LGOA Level 6 base salary of $109,838
Total remuneration package of $124,675, inclusive of 12% employer superannuation and 17.5% leave loading
Applicable salary increases under Council's Certified Agreement ****
Flexible working arrangements
Five days of Wellbeing Leave
Five days of Reproductive Health Leave
Employee Assistance Program and workplace wellbeing initiatives
Training, mentoring and professional development opportunities
The opportunity to deliver meaningful improvements that will strengthen Council's financial governance and compliance environment
This is an opportunity to work where others holiday while delivering complex, high‐value work that will have a lasting organisational impact.
If you are an experienced taxation or compliance professional looking for an opportunity where you can solve complex problems, lead critical projects and build a stronger governance workplace, we would like to hear from you.
Applications close Friday 18 September ****.
Appointment will be subject to Noosa Council's required pre‐employment checks.
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🏢 Public Sector People
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