About us
Join University of Canberra where we walk together to foster an inclusive community. Together, we endeavour to empower, connect, and exchange knowledge with our diverse people, cultures, and environments.
We stand firm and dedicated to upholding fundamental values such as inclusivity, honouring Indigenous cultures (Narragunnawali), driving positive change, nurturing curiosity, and promoting collaborative efforts. We are committed to leading the national education sector in championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility via Connected – A Decadal Strategy 2023-2032. UC encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
The UC Tax Clinic provides free, confidential and independent taxation advice and services to the Canberra and surrounding regions. Assistance is available to eligible individuals and small businesses in financial hardship who can't access or afford professional advice.
The UC Tax Clinic is part of a national network of University Tax Clinics, generously supported by the Australian Government.
The UC Tax Clinic provides a work-integrated learning opportunity for our students who are studying business and law-related degrees. Our students provide Tax Clinic services under the supervision of a registered tax agent.
For further information regarding the UC Tax Clinic, please visit the website: https://www.canberra.edu.au/future-students/study-at-uc/study-areas/business/uc-tax-clinic
Remuneration:
* Academic sessional (hourly) rates (for tutoring) will apply
* Part-time contract opportunity
Position Description
The Tax Clinic Supervisor will:
* Provide tax services to Tax Clinic clients.
* Coordinate the client-facing activities of the UC Tax Clinic.
* Supervise and mentor student participants in the UC Tax Clinic.
The position reports to the Head, Canberra Business School.
The University of Canberra is committed to the safety of vulnerable and young people. As such, successful applicants will be required to have a current ACT working with vulnerable people registration. For further details on how to apply please visit https://www.accesscanberra.act.gov.au
To be successful in the role you will require the following:
* Significant experience in tax practice at a senior level, either within a firm environment or as a sole practitioner, with evidence of effective client and practice management skills, including demonstrating a sensitivity to, and an ability to deal with, clients from diverse cultures and backgrounds.
* Highly developed technical knowledge in the area of taxation of individuals and small business.
* Proficiency in Xero tax preparation and accounting software and Microsoft office applications including strong Excel skills.
* Ability to supervise and mentor students in a work-integrated learning environment.
* Relevant qualifications in accounting or a related discipline.
* Registration as a tax agent with the Tax Practitioners Board.
* Full membership of a relevant accounting and/or tax professional body.
Desirable
Previous teaching experience in a tertiary environment.
Note: Our preference is for applicants to be based in the ACT. However, as some of the duties of the position can be performed online, applicants from outside the ACT or surrounding regions are welcomed. However, you must be willing to travel to Canberra to perform the duties of the position as agreed. In any case, you must also be available to travel with the students and deliver 'pop-up' Tax Clinic services at sites within the broader Canberra/Queanbeyan and surrounding regions.
Culture/ Offerings/Benefits:
* Flexible working arrangements
* Family-friendly policies
* On campus Gym, Medical services, Cafes, Post office, Supermarket and Childcare facilities.
* Innovative work environment with a diverse and inclusive culture.
How to apply
All we want is your CV, no other documentation required.
Please ensure you take the time to align your CV with the Position Description requirements.
We want to understand how your skills and experience relate to the position you are applying for.
Closing Date for Applications: Please send your CV to the Contact Officer (whose details are set out below) by 5pm 15 May 2026.
Working Rights: Applicants who wish to apply for this position should have valid working rights or eligibility to obtain a work visa for Australia.
Contact Officer
For further information, please contact the UC Tax Clinic Manager, Carole Grey by email: ***********@canberra.edu.au