Job Description

A Tax Accountant is responsible for analyzing fiscal matters and preparing, submitting and
managing tax statements and returns for businesses and clients. They also look after providing
advice on financial and tax matters, and should have an in-depth knowledge of the regulations,
laws and acts that govern this process.

Job Title

Tax Consultant/Accountant

Job Context

 Tax Accountant job description should emphasize the need for a candidate who has
exceptional attention to detail, strong analytical skills and is a good communicator.
 Sheer volume of work. Depending on the size of your practice you could be working your
butt off between January and April trying to get hundreds of tax returns done. This is why
tax accountants often work crazy hours.

Getting all of the information.

Even after you have completed the tax return and submitted it to the client with all of
their information and have them find something is missing (that you didn’t know about).

Dealing with clients who were never happy with their tax bill or lack of refund regardless
of what it was.

Dealing with clients who would always fight you over every little detail on the tax return
forcing you to justify why you recorded things where you did.
Job Evaluation

The salary range for a tax consultant can vary greatly depending on location, experience,
education and achieved designations. According to Robert Half Company, an entry-level
accountant specializing in tax services in a small public accounting firm should expect to earn
$45,125 as a starting salary in 2011. The same position in a mid-sized firm will pay around
$47,875 and those in large firms can expect $54,375.

Job Competencies

This role requires a high degree of accuracy and training in the practical, administrative and legal
elements of tax. As such, a Tax Accountant job description should ask for a degree in one of the
following fields:

Accounting

Finance or Economics

Business or Business Administration\

Requirements

Proven work experience as a Tax Accountant, Tax Analyst or Tax Preparer

Knowledge of accounting and bookkeeping procedures

Familiarity with accounting software packages

Computer literacy (MS Excel in particular)

Excellent analytical and time management skills

Strong numeracy skills

Keen attention to detail

BSc degree in Accounting, Finance or relevant subject; industry certification (e.g. CMA or CPA)
is preferred

To succeed in this role, you should show interest in following changes to tax regulations and
laws. Excellent time management skills are also essential, as you’ll have to ensure our company
meets tight deadlines. Tax Accountant responsibilities also include organizing and maintaining

Job Design

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Work Activities

Preparing tax statements, financial statements and BAS statements at required intervals

Creating and returning statements and documents to clients by set deadlines

Liaising with the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) and other regulatory bodies when required

Preparing business income tax returns and statements for audits

Assisting in financial planning

Regularly reviewing systems and making updates and improvements where necessary

Engaging regularly with clients and maintaining strong relationships

Identifying areas where clients and businesses can reduce tax, make claims and increase profit
Possessing strong knowledge of tax law and statutory regulations

Understanding financial landscape and market trends