Overview
Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: $79,122 - $96,073
Grade: VPS 3
Occupation: Governance and risk management
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: VG/SRO/COM/1880338
Multiple ongoing and fixed term Tax Compliance Investigator/Auditor, Grade 3 positions are being offered in the Investigations Melbourne Branch, Compliance Division.
What we offer
The State Revenue Office is the Victorian Government's revenue management agency, administering a range of taxes, duties, levies, grants, and subsidies.
Who we are looking for
To be successful in this role, you will have:
How to apply
Submit an application via the ‘Apply now' button by 11:59pm on 2 September 2025.
More information
For more information, please read the position description or contact Shaun Agius on 03 9628 6140, via email at [email protected].
Tax Compliance Investigator/Auditor
- Multiple ongoing and fixed term roles
- Salary $79,122 plus 12% superannuation – VPS Grade 3
- Based in Melbourne CBD with hybrid working arrangements
What we offer
The State Revenue Office is the Victorian Government's revenue management agency, administering a range of taxes, duties, levies, grants, and subsidies.
We aim to develop our people to achieve great outcomes for the Victorian community. We offer flexible working arrangements and a workplace culture that is rewarding and productive, where contributions are valued and recognised, expectations are clear, and treatment is fair and equitable. We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to providing an inclusive, accessible, and safe working environment.
Find out more about working at the SRO at www.sro.vic.gov.au/careers or via our LinkedIn page.
The opportunity
This role, within a team of investigators/auditors, undertakes activities designed to maximise compliance with Victoria's revenue laws and ensure revenue is collected when it is due. As entry level roles specifically related to payroll tax, land tax and stamp duty investigations/audits, this is a great opportunity for anyone considering beginning their career in the tax compliance field, or for individuals looking to return to this field. Extensive training is provided, including one-on-one mentoring.
Reporting to a Team Leader, you will:
This role, within a team of investigators/auditors, undertakes activities designed to maximise compliance with Victoria's revenue laws and ensure revenue is collected when it is due. As entry level roles specifically related to payroll tax, land tax and stamp duty investigations/audits, this is a great opportunity for anyone considering beginning their career in the tax compliance field, or for individuals looking to return to this field. Extensive training is provided, including one-on-one mentoring.
Reporting to a Team Leader, you will:
- Conduct assigned desktop investigations/audits, under guidance, using audit and investigative skills.
- Quantify customers' tax liabilities and explaining to them the reasons for the decisions made as part of an investigation/audit.
- Produce accurate reports on investigation/audit findings and negotiating appropriate outcomes with customers.
- Be required to conduct field work on occasion
Who we are looking for
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- The ability to interpret and apply legislation.
- Effective communication skills to provide clear and concise advice to all stakeholders.
- Professional customer service skills to consult with customers and identify needs and negotiate outcomes
- Some theoretical knowledge and practical expertise in applying a range of investigative/audit skills and techniques to obtain information and evidence.
- A tertiary qualification or demonstrated commitment to tertiary studies in a relevant discipline (highly desirable).
How to apply
Submit an application via the ‘Apply now' button by 11:59pm on 2 September 2025.
For your application to be considered, you will need to:
- submit a cover letter which includes a Statement of Suitability, outlining why your skills and experience make you a suitable candidate for this role
- and provide a resume.
More information
For more information, please read the position description or contact Shaun Agius on 03 9628 6140, via email at [email protected].
If you require any adjustments to assist you to participate in the recruitment process, or you need a copy of this advertisement in an accessible format, email [email protected]
Please note, as part of our selection process, we conduct pre-appointment checks including those related to references, identity, qualifications, work history, work visa, and police record history.
Please note, as part of our selection process, we conduct pre-appointment checks including those related to references, identity, qualifications, work history, work visa, and police record history.
This role may be subject to a probation period.
Applications close Tuesday 2 September 2025 at 11.59pm
Posted
19 August 2025
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