Tax Accountant (Melbourne)

Tax Accountant (Melbourne)

10 Nov
|
Dennis Family
|
Melbourne

10 Nov

Dennis Family

Melbourne

- Join a well-established, multi-generational Australian family business
- Build your career in a diverse, in-house tax environment
- Enjoy a supportive team culture and flexible working arrangements

About Dennis Family Corporation

With a history spanning more than 60 years, Dennis Family Corporation is part of one of Australia's most diverse and well-established family-owned property groups.

As a multi-generational family business, we are amongst the trusted leaders in residential land development across Victoria and South East Queensland. Our broader group also encompasses retail and commercial property investments through Ranfurlie Asset Management, agricultural interests and private investments managed through the Dennis Family Office.

Our success is built on the strength of our people and our commitment to the values of Honesty & Integrity, Passion, Caring, Vision and Quality.

As we continue to grow and evolve, we offer exciting opportunities for our people to develop their careers and contribute to our long-term success.

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Tax Accountant to join our Corporate Finance team in a full-time, permanent position based at our Armadale head office.

Reporting to the Senior Tax Accountant, you will play an significant role in supporting the Group's tax compliance, reporting, governance and advisory activities across a diverse portfolio of companies and trusts.

This is an excellent opportunity for an accountant with a strong foundation in public practice who is looking to transition into an in-house environment, broaden their commercial exposure and develop their expertise within a complex, privately owned group.

Working closely with experienced finance professionals, operational teams and external advisers, you will gain valuable exposure to a range of tax matters while contributing to the effective management of the Group's tax obligations.

What You'll Be Doing

Your key responsibilities will include:

- Preparing income tax returns for companies and trusts,



along with supporting tax calculations and compliance obligations.
- Assisting with income tax instalments, FBT returns, tax payment forecasting and ATO correspondence.
- Preparing tax reconciliations, tax effect accounting entries and disclosures for statutory financial statements.
- Supporting trust distributions, dividend accounting and compliance matters, including Division 7A and Section 100A.
- Assisting with tax research, advisory matters and responding to tax-related queries from across the business.
- Collaborating with internal stakeholders, external tax advisers and auditors.
- Supporting tax governance, identifying potential risks and contributing to process improvements.

About You

You'll be a proactive and commercially minded accounting professional who enjoys working collaboratively, takes pride in accuracy and is keen to continue developing their technical expertise.

Ideally, you'll bring:

- Approximately 2–4 years' experience in public practice accounting, preferably working with large private family groups.
- A sound understanding of Australian income tax legislation, trusts, Division 7A, GST and FBT.
- Experience preparing company and trust income tax returns.
- Knowledge of tax effect accounting and associated reporting requirements.
- A bachelor's degree in Accounting, Commerce, Finance or a related discipline.
- CA/CPA qualification or current progress towards completion.
- Strong analytical skills, attention to detail and intermediate Excel capabilities.
- Excellent communication, organisational and stakeholder engagement skills.

Exposure to residential or commercial property development structures, along with experience using Sage X3 or Cognos TM1,



will be highly regarded but is not essential.

Above all, we're looking for someone who brings a positive attitude, a willingness to learn and a genuine interest in building a long-term career within a collaborative, values-driven organisation.

Why Join Dennis Family Corporation?

At Dennis Family Corporation, we take pride in creating communities where families can grow and prosper. We bring that same commitment to the way we support and care for our people.

When you join us, you'll enjoy:

- Stability and opportunity: Be part of a successful, Australian-owned family business with a strong history and exciting future.
- Career development: Opportunities to expand your technical knowledge, gain exposure to diverse business operations and develop your career.
- Flexible working: Hybrid working arrangements, with up to two days working from home per week, depending on role requirements.
- Learning and development: Access to professional development opportunities and subsidised professional memberships.
- Employee benefits: Salary sacrificing options, including novated vehicle leasing and leave purchasing, access to Flare employee discounts across a wide range of retailers and services, and a paid parental leave program that supplements Government parental leave payments for eligible employees.
- Wellbeing and support: Access to our confidential Wellbeing Support program, employee wellbeing initiatives and regular health and wellbeing activities.
- A connected workplace: A welcoming, collaborative culture with regular corporate morning teas, team events and opportunities to connect with colleagues.

Our Armadale head office is conveniently located close to public transport, cafés and local amenities.

Ready to Join Us?

If you are looking to take the next step in your accounting career and would value the opportunity to contribute to a diverse and established Australian family business, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now and become part of the next chapter of Dennis Family Corporation's journey.

📌 Tax Accountant (Melbourne)
🏢 Dennis Family
📍 Melbourne

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