An opportunity has arisen to join the Hays ANZ finance team as a Tax & Accounting specialist.

In this role you will take 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 advantages 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:

- 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.
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📌 Tax & Accounting Specialist (Sydney)
🏢 Hays
📍 Sydney