Title:  Senior Tax Specialist

About us

At Officeworks we make bigger things happen. Our customers, our team, and our community are our heart and soul. And if our brilliant people have taught us anything, it is that we can do all kinds of incredible things, each and every day.

Fast paced. Innovative. Inspiring. With close to 10,000 team members and a national footprint of more than 173 retail stores Australia wide – we’re focused on delivering a wide range, low price and great service. We’re about inspiring new ideas and thinking outside the box. We’re about kicking goals, having a laugh and pushing each other. We are about being rewarded and supported. We’re about teaching a customer something new and supporting the community. We’re about making a difference.

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Tax Specialist to join our Financial Control team on a 12-month maternity leave contract based in Chadstone. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the business meets all taxation obligations across Officeworks, while providing expert tax advice to support commercial decision-making.

You will take ownership of key compliance activities including income tax returns, BAS, FBT, and payroll tax, ensuring all lodgements are accurate and delivered on time. Acting as a key point of contact for external stakeholders such as Group Tax, auditors, and regulatory bodies, you will play an important role in managing relationships and navigating complex tax matters.

Beyond compliance, you will contribute to improving tax processes and systems, identifying opportunities to reduce tax risk and enhance efficiency. You will support month-end activities, including tax effect accounting and reconciliations, and partner closely with teams across the business to provide practical, commercially focused tax guidance.

This role also offers the opportunity to contribute to strategic tax planning initiatives and stay ahead of legislative changes to ensure the business remains compliant and well-positioned.

About you

You are a technically strong tax professional with a passion for delivering accurate, insightful, and commercially relevant outcomes. With at least 5 year’s experience in tax-focused roles, you bring a deep understanding of Australian tax legislation and accounting standards, along with a proactive approach to problem-solving. Success in this role looks like someone who brings;

• CPA or CA qualification
• Master's Degree is taxation highly desirable
• Experience in retail (highly desirable but not essential).
• Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to interpret complex information
• Commercially minded, with a focus on identifying improvements and reducing tax risk
• Confident using financial systems (SAP experience being a plus) and tax reporting tools
• Ability to present technical information in a clear, simple and concise way
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail

Our culture

If you’re searching for an organisation that’s truly committed to its people, where you can thrive in a culture of togetherness, then join Officeworks and let’s make bigger things happen – for all of us!  We celebrate our teams’ uniqueness by offering genuine team member benefits to the Officeworks family:

• We’re all about giving you the flexibility you need to keep things balanced to suit your individual needs. 
• Enjoy generous discounts across Officeworks, Geeks2U, Bunnings, Kmart, Target and the wider Wesfarmers brands.
• Access to our Officeworks benefits program for exclusive discounts and perks across entertainment, travel, lifestyle, and health.
• Our Growing Families Policy supports team members during the exciting and challenging times of expanding their family
• We prioritise safety, mental health and wellbeing, offering access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) as well as other ongoing programs
• Our Flexible Public Holidays Policy supports those who observe cultural or religious holidays different from the standard public holidays in Australia
• Take advantage of outstanding learning and development programs to support your career growth
• Explore fantastic career opportunities across the broader Wesfarmers Group.

At Officeworks, we operate best when our team represents the communities we serve.  We proudly commit to providing a safe and supportive work environment for our team.  We encourage applications from all candidates of all ages, cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples), people with disabilities, and the LGBTQI+ community.