The purpose of this job is:

The Tax Consultant (12 month fixed term contract – Melbourne based) will support Bupa’s Health Services business, with a key focus on the integration of a large health provisioning business into Bupa’s business, providing income tax and indirect tax compliance, advice, risk management and governance support.

How will I help?

- Assist with the integration of the health provisioning business into the broader Bupa Multiple Entry Consolidated (“MEC”) group, including;
- Set up o in Bupa’s income tax and GST tax reporting softwares;
- Preparation of income tax calculations and tax effect accounting journals for financial reporting purposes
- Preparation of tax calculations for budgetary purposes, including Annual Operating Plan
- Assistance in preparing the Bupa MEC group monthly Pay-As-You-Go income tax instalment calculations and income tax return

- Assist with the integration of the health provisioning business’ existing tax compliance processes with Bupa’s, identifying opportunities to improve the efficiency of these processes
- Assist with income tax advice relating to the acquisition and integration of the health provisioning business
- Providing income tax advisory support and advice to other Business Units within the Bupa ANZ group (if required)
- Monitor recent or proposed tax legislation, Tax Rulings, ATO announcements etc, understand potential applications to Bupa’s businesses and assist in advising stakeholders
- Work closely with Asset Management to ensure the appropriate set up of the health provisioning business’ tax fixed asset registers having regard to tax consolidation positions, as well as the maintenance of the tax fixed asset registers
- Assisting with the review of the tax impacts of Solvency II adjustments, in particular in relation to the health provisioning business;

What you’ll need to make it possible:

To be successful in this role,



you’ll bring extensive taxation experience within multinational groups, gained in either an industry environment or a Big 4 or mid-tier accounting firm. You’ll have strong, tax technical knowledge, with experience preparing income tax returns and tax provisions, along with a sound understanding of tax effect accounting.

Experience using tax and accounting systems and tax reporting software will be important, with exposure to Wolters Kluwer CCH Integrator and Oracle Tax Reporting Cloud highly regarded. Experience with Tax Fixed Asset Registers would also be beneficial.

Strong communication skills, excellent attention to detail and the ability to effectively manage projects and competing priorities will be key. You’ll be proactive, self-motivated and organised, with a strong focus on accuracy and quality.

Why you’ll love it?

We support our people to be the healthiest and happiest versions of themselves. From providing initiatives that develop careers to looking after our people’s health, wellbeing and futures. Through the Viva Healthier and Happier program, we’re providing health benefits for everyone who works at Bupa, no matter their role.

At Bupa your wellbeing, identity, and personal story are respected and valued. We are continuing to build teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. Bupa is committed to providing equal opportunities and fostering a workplace and environment that is free of discrimination, bullying and harassment.

We actively encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans, people with disabilities, and LGBTQIA+ applicants.

We are dedicated to removing barriers to participation. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, or if you’d like to discuss how this role can be flexible for you, please let us know so we can support your participation on an equitable basis.

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📌 Tax Consultant (Melbourne)
🏢 Bupa Australia
📍 Melbourne