Senior Accountant - Global Mobility Tax

Andersen is one of the world's fastest-growing professional services organisations, with more than 20,000 professionals across over 175 countries. In Australia, we advise multinational corporations, private businesses, family offices and high-net-worth individuals across tax, global mobility, private clients, transfer pricing and advisory services.

As our Global Mobility practice continues to grow, we are looking for an experienced and motivated Senior Consultant to join our Melbourne team.

This is an opportunity to work closely with senior executives, multinational organisations and internationally mobile employees while building your career within a dynamic and entrepreneurial firm.

The Opportunity

As a Senior Consultant, you will work directly with the Partner and Global Mobility leadership team to deliver high-quality tax and advisory services to a diverse portfolio of clients.

You will be given meaningful responsibility, direct client exposure and the opportunity to develop both your technical and commercial skills within a growing practice. This role is suited to a self-starter who enjoys client interaction, takes ownership of their work and is looking to progress their career in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing day-to-day client engagements and deliverables
• Preparing Australian income tax returns for inbound and outbound expatriates
• Preparing Fringe Benefits Tax returns and related calculations
• Preparing hypothetical tax and tax equalisation calculations
• Assisting with Australian entry and exit tax briefings
• Advising on Australian tax issues affecting internationally mobile employees
• Assisting with shadow payroll matters and employer compliance obligations
• Conducting technical research and preparing written advice
• Liaising directly with clients, assignees, HR teams and external advisers
• Supporting Partners and Directors on advisory projects and client engagements
• Contributing to technical publications, thought leadership and practice development initiatives
• Assisting in mentoring and supporting junior team members

About You

We are looking for someone who combines strong technical capability with excellent communication and client service skills.

• Approximately 3–5 years' experience in Global Mobility, Expatriate Tax, Employment Tax, Individual Tax or a related area
• Experience gained within a Big 4, mid-tier accounting firm, specialist mobility practice, law firm or the Australian Taxation Office
• Strong Australian income tax knowledge
• Experience preparing tax returns for internationally mobile employees
• Exposure to expatriate tax, tax equalisation and global mobility compliance matters
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organisational and project management skills
• The ability to build relationships and communicate confidently with clients and senior executives
• A proactive attitude and willingness to take ownership of client outcomes Additional Experience (Advantageous)
• Shadow payroll arrangements
• Fringe Benefits Tax
• Living Away From Home Allowance (LAFHA)
• Employee Share Schemes
• International assignment planning
• Cross-border employment tax matters Qualifications
• Degree qualified in Accounting, Commerce, Business, Law or a related discipline
• CA, CPA, CTA or Masters qualification completed or in progress

Why Andersen

• Direct access to Partners and senior leaders
• Exposure to multinational and global clients
• A collaborative and supportive team environment
• Ongoing professional and technical development
• Genuine career progression opportunities
• Flexible working arrangements
• Competitive remuneration package commensurate with experience

If you are looking to further your career in Global Mobility Tax and want to be part of a growing international firm, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now by submitting your CV and cover letter.