EY Senior Consultant - Tax Controversy 

Australia, New South Wales, Sydney 

454577147

Manager – Tax Controversy

We bring together extraordinary people, like you, to build a better working world.

As our Manager – Tax Controversy, you will advise clients on a broad range of tax matters with a focus on the technical and tactical management of ATO reviews and engagement. You will also have the chance to shape and drive your career through our comprehensive development programs to help you be the best version of yourself, both inside and outside of work. To the right candidate, this position offers excellent opportunities for teaming, leadership and career advancement.

Your key responsibilities include:

• Advise a range of clients, from large corporates to high-net-worth individuals, contributing to the development and implementation of tax strategies and solutions for client.
• Research a range of tax matters including tax administration and international tax matters.
• Get involved in dispute resolution processes and help clients respond to requests for information in the context of ATO reviews and audits.
• Draft various documents including objections, private binding ruling requests, requests for amended assessments and submissions in relation to penalties.
• Collaborate with partners and staff across different geographies to maintain connectivity and visibility.

What we’re looking for

Here’s our ‘wish list’ but don’t worry if you don’t tick all the boxes. We’re interested in your strengths, what you want to learn, and how far you want to go.

• Law degree and admission to practice law in Australia with 4+ years PQE
• Strong tax technical and legal research skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work with a number of different clients and internal stakeholders on multiple deadlines

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Experience in tax advisory or tax controversy in a Big 4 firm, law firm or similar environment
• Problem solving abilities and a focus on solutions
• Willingness to learn and become involved in a range of different types of work

What we can offer you

• Explore how a career at EY is yours to build at
• Discover how, when and where you can work at
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• Discover the various ways our benefits can cater to your needs, across wellness, financial wellbeing, and family-friendly policies which include 26 weeks gender neutral paid parental leave at
• We offer a competitive salary which is open to negotiation pending on skills and experience.

Important Notice: End of Year Office Closure

Thank you for your interest in career opportunities at EY. Please be advised that our EY Oceania offices will be closed for the end of year shutdown. This will result in a delay in reviewing applications and responding to queries during this period.

• Australia, Fiji, and PNG : Offices will be closed from 20 December 2024 to 3 January 2025 inclusive.
• New Zealand : Offices will be closed from 23 December 2024 to 10 January 2025 inclusive.

We appreciate your understanding and patience during this time. We look forward to reviewing your application and will get back to you as soon as possible once our offices reopen.

Our preferred applicant will be required to undertake employment screening by EY or our external third-party provider.