Tax and Financial Accountant

at  Volvo Group

TRANSPORT IS AT THE CORE OF MODERN SOCIETY. IMAGINE USING YOUR EXPERTISE TO SHAPE SUSTAINABLE TRANSPORT SOLUTIONS FOR THE FUTURE? IF YOU SEEK TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE ON A GLOBAL SCALE, WORKING WITH NEXT-GEN TECHNOLOGIES AND THE SHARPEST COLLABORATIVE TEAMS, THEN WE COULD BE A PERFECT MATCH.

At Volvo Group Australia you will contribute to the transformation of our company, the transport industry and society at large. Volvo Group has been in Australia since 1972 and has a strong track record of helping our customers succeed in their respective industries. Volvo Group Australia manages the manufacturing, distribution and operation of well-known brands such as Volvo Trucks, Mack Trucks, UD Trucks, Volvo Bus, Volvo Penta, Volvo Construction Equipment and Volvo Financial Services.

WHO WE ARE AND WHAT WE BELIEVE IN

Our focus on Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity allows each of us the opportunity to bring our full authentic self to work and thrive by providing a safe and supportive environment, free of harassment and discrimination. We are committed to removing the barriers to entry, which is why we ask that even if you feel you may not meet every qualification on the job description, please apply and let us decide.
Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, across the globe, our trucks, buses, engines, construction equipment, financial services, and solutions make modern life possible. We are almost 100,000 people empowered to shape the future landscape of efficient, safe and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents with sharp minds and passion across the group’s leading brands and entities.
Group Finance contributes to realizing the vision of the Volvo Group by developing and providing a wide range of expert services from financial planning to accounting, business controlling, M&As, financial reporting and investor relations. With Volvo Group Finance you will be part of a global and diverse team of highly skilled professionals who work with passion, trust each other and embrace change to stay ahead. We make our customers win

WHAT YOU WILL DO

As a Tax & Financial Accountant at Volvo Group Australia, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the efficient execution of accounting and reporting activities to support our business operations. Reporting directly to the Tax & Treasury Manager, you will be responsible for preparation and submission of accurate financial reports, while actively contributing to process improvements and best practices. This is an exciting opportunity to develop your skills within Tax and Treasury and work within a great team.

Your responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Deliver accurate accounting and financial reporting in compliance with local GAAP and International Financial Reporting Standards.
• Contribute to the end-of-month financial reporting process, including preparation and review of financial reports for AB Volvo Sweden.
• Assist with the preparation and reconciliation of FBT returns, income tax calculations, BAS statements, and Transfer Pricing reports.
• Support treasury functions, including cash flow projections, working capital management, and bank facility maintenance.
• Conduct detailed general ledger analysis and monthly reconciliations, proactively resolving issues.
• Collaborate with Business Partners to review financials and identify improvements in reporting processes.
• Assist with annual internal and external audits, as well as the stock take process.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance month-end reporting efficiency.

Do you dream big? We do too, and we are excited to grow together. In this role, you will bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce or Business with a major in accounting or equivalent.
• Membership of CPA/ICAA or working towards accreditation.
• Previous accounting experience in a commercial environment.
• Knowledge and experience working with FBT and Corporate Income Tax
• Advanced knowledge of Excel.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage workflow with minimal supervision