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Job description

Agency Department of Corporate and Digital Work unit Taxation Services

Development

Job title Taxation Analyst Designation Administrative Officer 5

Job type Full time Duration Ongoing

Salary $88,297 - $92,687 Location Darwin

Position number 20279 RTF 305664 Closing 02/10/2024

Contact officer Dharshica Ganesanor on 08 8943 6250 or Dharshica.Ganesan@nt.gov.au

About the agency https://dcdd.nt.gov.au/

Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/Job Details?rtf Id=305664

APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF

YOUR TERTIARY QUALIFICATIONS.

Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans

The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates

people with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment

process or job, please discuss this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the

merit process, go to the OCPE website.

Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures

plans, go to the OCPE website.

Primary objective

The Taxation Analyst provides more complex advice, services and reporting to ensure that the responsibilities of Taxation

Services are discharged efficiently and effectively. Research, establish and implement various internal taxation projects.

Key duties and responsibilities

1. Prepare, reconcile, and analyse taxation transactions for Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT), Business Activity Statements (BAS),

Payroll Tax, Fuel Tax Credits, Superannuation and Withholding Tax for client Agencies and Government Business

Divisions (GBDs).

2. Assist the Tax Managers to finalise and lodge tax returns and associated payments, refunds and reporting to

Agencies/GBDs and ensure that monthly, quarterly, and annual tax reports are prepared on time.

3. Provide comprehensive advice and directions to management, clients and the Taxation unit on specific technical

taxation issues and undertake a range of ad-hoc projects.

4. Assist to develop new or improve existing, administrative practices to ensure that the Territory’s compliance obligations

with taxation legislation are met.

5. Prepare and maintain procedures, present at tax forums, and conduct training to improve technical skill levels of staff.

Selection criteria

Essential

1. Demonstrated ability in the analysis of complex financial transactions and preparation of taxation returns using a range

of financial systems including the use of complex Excel formulas and spreadsheets.

2. Sound ability in reviewing complex documents and identifying and resolving taxation issues.

3. Demonstrated ability in interpreting legislation and assisting in development and implementation of policies and

procedures across complex organisational structures and delivering appropriate training for staff and clients.

4. Proven well-developed communication skills including building strong partnerships with a range of stakeholders.

5. Sound organisational skills with the ability to prioritise work activities with minimal supervision, work under pressure

and meet deadlines with accuracy.

6. Demonstrated work ethic and attitude, which emulates DCDD values of being professional, accountable, honest,

respectful, and innovative.

Desirable

1. Tertiary qualifications in a Finance related field.

Further information

The recommended applicant will be required to undergo a criminal history check prior to selection being confirmed. A

criminal history will not exclude an applicant from this position unless it is a relevant criminal history.

The work unit values and supports available flexible working options where operationally practical.