Primary functions include:
- Develop effective Company internal tax and compliance procedures, processes, and policies to ensure adherence to applicable tax and compliance laws and regulations.
- Calculate and review all tax obligations working with external advisors, auditors and internal stakeholders to ensure tax obligations are met on time and correctly calculated/paid.
- File all tax returns, and prepare all other regulatory requirements on time, as required by applicable laws and regulations.
- Develop and implement strategic tax planning programs for all necessary taxes to paid by the Company and its stakeholders.
- Assess risks and advise management on on-going tax and compliance audits and concerns.
- Liaise with tax authorities and government regulators.
- Assist external auditors during audits of taxes and compliance transactions.
- Support Finance Team in appropriate accounting for tax and completing government compliance-related matters/submissions.
- Identify tax and regulatory issues and concerns associated by reviewing contracts and other documents to be executed with Clients, Vendors, and other External Parties.
- Keep up to date with the latest tax and compliance laws and regulations and ensure that the company is compliant.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting (Certified Public Accountant License is required)
- 4 years managerial experience in high growth organizations handling tax and compliance, performing tax computation, reconciliation, planning and analysis of tax practices and regulatory compliance requirements.
- Experience with PEZA and BOI – registered Entities is a must.
- Strong Computer skills, MS Office Applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Power BI, etc.
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Accounting/Financial software experience, experience with Xero is preferredPrior experience as Tax and Compliance Officer/Associate in any Audit Firm is preferred.
PERSONAL SKILLS & QUALITIES
- Good English communication skills, both written and verbal
- Excellent interpersonal, stakeholder and people management skills
- Strong business acumen and problem-solving skills
- Strong time management with a sense of urgency to deliver with TAT
- Strong and High Attention to details and documentation
- Precise and accurate attention to detail a must
- Ability to work with minimal supervision
- Ability to quickly adapt and provide resolutions
- Must demonstrate initiative and a ‘can do’ attitude – solutions-oriented and results focused
