This is a permanent full-time position commencing February 2026
The Business and Customer Services (BCS) Directorate supports the objectives and outcomes of clients by providing value for money corporate services through skilled and motivated people. The BCS aims to deliver services within an environment of standardised systems and processes.
The Finance Services Branch provides accounts payable, accounts receivable, maintenance of the Department’s asset registers, credit card management, lease administration, debt recovery, general ledger and taxation services.
The Role
The Taxation Accountant provides expert advice on complex taxation issues, services, policies and programs, including Goods and Services Tax (GST), Fringe Benefit Tax (FBT), superannuation and PAYG. They undertake research and interpret new legislation, assess its impact and provide advice to the Accounts Processing and Taxation Team Leader.
If successful, you will review compliance tax obligations through the provision of services outlined within the Service Delivery Agreement. Additionally, you will review transactional processes with an emphasis on ensuring GST input tax credits are being claimed and claims meet Australian Taxation Office and legislation compliance requirements. #linkedin
Professional Benefits
We are conveniently located in East Perth and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:
- 12% employer contributed superannuation.
- Flexible working arrangements are genuinely considered to create healthy work life balance including; working from home or remote, flexible working hours and part-time arrangements
- Generous leave entitlements including annual, personal, long service and parental leave
- Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance
- Access to salary packaging (in accordance with relevant industrial instruments)
- Enjoy easy access to public transport with the Claisebrook train station just a 5-minute walk away or, take advantage of the free Yellow Cat bus service that stops outside our building entrance. Additionally, various CPP parking locations are within walking distance.
Want to know more?
Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Fiona Anning, Manager Finance Services on (08) 9264 8576 or fiona.anning1@education.wa.edu.au
We are committed to building the leadership capability of our people (Building Leadership Impact).
Equity and Diversity
We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our workplaces and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.
Eligibility
To work with us, you must:
- be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
- consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.
- possess a Tertiary qualification in finance, accounting, commerce or business.
More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website and in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Application Instructions
Apply online in two easy steps:
Step 1: Select Apply for Job
Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
- A CV of up to five (5) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A three (3) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF:
Job Specific
- Demonstrated well developed skills and experience in the interpretation, impact analysis and application of the Financial Management Act, Regulations and Treasurer’s Instructions, financial legislation, the Australian Accounting Standards and government policies for taxation legislation such as FBT, GST and PAYG.
Capability Criteria (see the Education Business Services, Department of Education Learning and Growth Framework for more detailed information)
- Demonstrated ability to think strategically by evaluating information to draw accurate conclusions and make evidence based recommendations whilst engage others in change processes and providing clear guidance and coaching.
- Demonstrated ability to achieve results by initiating developing and monitoring team workplans and goals whilst allocating tasks taking into account strengths, capacity and capability.
Shortlisted applicants will have their skills and experiences in relation to the remaining selection criteria assessed in the further stages of the recruitment process.
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.
Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE1020963
Applicants assessed as suitable may be considered for similar vacancies that arise in our branch within the next 12 months. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 19 January 2026
