Senior Tax Specialist – Australian Taxation

About the role

Pierian Australia is seeking an experienced Senior Tax Specialist to join its growing Australian practice. The role involves delivering end‑to‑end Australian tax compliance and accounting services for individuals, companies, trusts and Self‑Managed Super Funds (SMSFs). You will work closely with Australian clients and internal teams to ensure accurate, timely filings and high‑quality advisory support.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and review Australian Individual Income Tax Returns.
• Prepare and review Company Tax Returns, including supporting schedules and work papers.
• Manage trust compliance requirements and prepare Trust Tax Returns.
• Prepare and review SMSF accounting, compliance, financial statements and tax returns.
• Perform accounting and reconciliation activities such as BAS, GST, PAYG and general ledger reconciliations.
• Prepare financial statements in line with Australian accounting standards.
• Liaise with clients, internal reviewers and stakeholders to resolve queries and meet lodgement deadlines.
• Identify risks and compliance issues, recommending proactive solutions.
• Contribute to process improvements, knowledge sharing and quality initiatives.

Required profile

• 3–6 years of hands‑on experience in Australian taxation and accounting.
• Demonstrated ability to handle individual, company, trust and SMSF tax engagements.
• Strong understanding of Australian tax legislation and ATO compliance requirements.
• High level of ownership, accuracy and ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders.

Required skills

• Australian tax legislation
• ATO compliance
• BAS preparation
• GST filing
• PAYG reconciliation
• Financial statement preparation
• Accounting reconciliation
• Trust tax compliance
• SMSF accounting