Assistant Tax Accountant

Job Description

Summary

We are looking for a motivated Assistant Tax Accountant to support our taxation team in providing high-quality tax services to Australian clients. This onsite role in Surat is ideal for candidates with some exposure to tax accounting who are eager to deepen their understanding of Australian tax laws and compliance. Strong communication skills and attention to detail are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and reviewing tax returns for individuals, companies, trusts, and other entities under supervision.
• Support tax compliance tasks including BAS, GST, FBT, Division 7A, and CGT computations and submissions.
• Help with tax planning activities and research tax-related queries.
• Prepare supporting schedules and documentation for tax lodgements and audits.
• Collaborate with senior accountants and clients to gather information and resolve tax issues.
• Keep up-to-date with Australian tax legislation changes impacting clients.

Requirements

Skills & Experience

Person specification

Behaviour

Benefits

Requirements

Skills & Experience 2-3 years of tax accounting experience, preferably with exposure to Australian clients or markets. Significant experience in preparing financial statements and tax returns Comprehensive knowledge on Division 7A, FBT & CGT matters Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Xero and MYOB). Strong understanding of Australian tax laws, accounting standards and compliance. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines. Willingness to work onsite in our Surat office. Person specification Ability to meet deadlines and cope with pressure. Able to demonstrate initiative, influence and problem-solving skills. Friendly and able to converse with people at any level. High sensitivity and awareness of working with people of many cultural backgrounds. Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, deductive reasoning, inductive reasoning and analytical skills. Strong project management skills, particularly with respect to organisation, prioritisation, and time management. Ability to manage ambiguity, risk and changing direction of projects and strategies. Behaviour Proactive, independent and with a “can-do” attitude. Good communication skills. Team player (group skill).