At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct complex investigations and audits while mentoring team members.
- Company: Join the State Revenue Office, a key player in Victoria's revenue management.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, flexible working arrangements, and 12% superannuation.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace culture with opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on the Victorian community through your investigative skills.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills and experience in revenue or taxation fields are essential.
The predicted salary is between 49500 - 60500 $ per year.
At least three ongoing Senior Investigator/Auditor positions are being offered in the Investigations Ballarat Branch, Compliance Division.
Salary: $100,894 – $114,476 plus 12% superannuation – VPS Grade 4
Based in Ballarat 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.
The opportunity:
This role requires an outstanding communicator with excellent investigative/audit and research skills and the ability to juggle competing deadlines and priorities. Your demonstrated success in a revenue field will complement your strong negotiation and mentoring skills, and you will confidently represent the State Revenue Office during sensitive and complex reviews.
Reporting to a Team Leader, Investigations Ballarat, you will:
- Conduct sensitive and complex investigations/audits across multiple revenue lines and negotiate appropriate outcomes with customers.
- Produce accurate, clear, and concise reports on investigation findings.
- Mentor staff.
Who we are looking for:
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- The ability to work independently or as part of a team on complex investigations/audits.
- Demonstrated high-level communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Experience in interpreting and applying complex legislation in a taxation or revenue field.
- Experience 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).
More information can be found via the position description.
Please note, as part of our selection process, we conduct pre-appointment checks including those relating to references, identity, qualifications, work history, work visa, and police record history. This role may be subject to a probation period. Applications close Thursday 12 November 2026 at 11.59pm.
Senior Investigator in Ballarat employer: State Revenue Office
The State Revenue Office (SRO) is an exceptional employer located in the vibrant Melbourne CBD, offering ongoing Technical Officer Grade 3 positions with a competitive salary and flexible hybrid working arrangements. Our workplace culture prioritises inclusivity and employee recognition, fostering a rewarding environment where your contributions are valued and growth opportunities abound. Join us to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a supportive atmosphere that champions professional development and work-life balance.
