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Senior Taxation Advisor


Company : PLS External Careers


Location : Perth, Australia


Created : 2025-05-22


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Once in a LifetimeWere a great Australian success story, having rapidly grown to become a major player in the global lithium market. Our Pilgangoora Operation is one of the largest, hard-rock lithium operations in the world.THE OPPORTUNITY:Reporting to the Taxation Manager, this role will support the business and play a key role in mitigating tax risk and ensuring critical taxation processes for the Company are completed in accordance with all compliance requirements.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:Prepare and deliver tax compliance workpapers and lodgements to meet Australian tax obligations, including income tax, GST, fuel tax, FBT, royalties, withholding taxes, payroll tax, and employee share scheme (ESS) reporting.Coordinate payment of tax liabilities and maintain accurate tax data and working papers.Gather accounting and business information inputs for Australian and overseas tax obligations.Prepare tax effect accounting workpapers and calculations for group entities, contribute to financial disclosures, and liaise with financial accountants on tax effect journals for consolidated financial statements.Assist in preparing and delivering the groups global transfer pricing obligations, including documentation, CbCR, and intercompany transaction analysis.Support the preparation of the PLS tax transparency report and related information.Provide information and responses to external auditors and regulators on tax matters.Conduct technical research, prepare position papers, memorandums, reports, and tax advisory notes for management and the Audit Committee.Ensure compliance with the Tax Governance and Control Framework, including policy development, process improvement, control testing, and documentation.Maintain the tax fixed asset register.Identify the impact of tax legislation on business transactions and operations globally.Promote tax awareness across the business, suggest improvements, and ensure tax systems and controls support reporting frameworks.Provide ad-hoc support, analysis, and project assistance as needed.This is a permanent full-time role based at our West Perth office, near City West train station.ABOUT YOU:Formal tertiary qualifications in Finance and Accounting.A master''s qualification in Taxation.CA or CPA qualification is highly regarded; ATI or CTA qualifications are a plus.Deep knowledge of Australian Taxation law and requirements.Minimum 5+ years experience in a tax-related role, preferably in a multinational, mining/resources sector, or within Big 4 or Mid-Tier accounting firms.Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with proven stakeholder engagement ability.Ability to analyze complex tax issues and provide strategic advice.Experience documenting processes, reviewing controls, ideally within an ASX-listed environment.ERP experience with Pronto is highly desirable.Proficiency in MS Excel.Experience with Brazilian tax law or proficiency in Portuguese is highly regarded.Strong knowledge of Australian tax laws, IFRS tax accounting (AASB 112), and tax effect accounting.WHAT WE OFFER:Competitive remuneration package.Annual short-term incentive (cash bonus or cash/share options).Novated leasing via salary sacrifice.Health & Wellbeing Allowance.Access to KidsCo holiday program.Paid Parental and Community Leave.Flexible working hours and WFH options.WHAT WE STAND FOR:Safety FirstGreat PeopleWe DeliverOne TeamShaping TomorrowPROMOTING DIVERSITY:PLS values diverse backgrounds and contributions. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, encouraging women and Indigenous Australians to apply.OUR RECRUITMENT PROCESS:Proof of eligibility, references, medical, drug/alcohol screening, and police clearance are required.Note: Please do not forward unsolicited resumes unless requested.ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY:We acknowledge the Nyamal, Kariyarra, and Whadjuk Noongar Peoples, the traditional owners of these lands, and pay respect to Elders past, present, and emerging.Visit our website for more info or to register for future opportunities: www.pls.com. #J-18808-Ljbffr