About This Role
This accounting role focuses on Philippine tax compliance, reporting, and managing BIR audits. The successful candidate will ensure accurate and timely tax filings, maintain complete tax records, and provide tax-related support to management.
Responsibilities
- Prepare, review, and file monthly, quarterly, and annual tax returns accurately and on time
- Monitor tax compliance requirements, filing schedules, and payment deadlines
- Reconcile tax accounts, resolve discrepancies, and prepare supporting schedules
- Handle BIR audits, tax investigations, and assessments, including the preparation of required documentation
- Assist with tax planning and tax risk management initiatives
- Monitor changes in tax laws and regulations and advise management on their business impact
- Coordinate with external auditors, tax consultants, and regulatory agencies
- Maintain organized, complete, and confidential tax records
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy
- At least 2–3 years of experience in tax compliance, tax accounting, or related accounting functions
- Strong knowledge of Philippine tax laws, regulations, and reporting requirements
- Experience preparing and filing the following:
- Value-Added Tax (VAT)
- Expanded Withholding Tax (EWT)
- Final Withholding Tax (FWT)
- Compensation-related taxes
- Documentary Stamp Tax (DST)
- Income Tax Returns
- Annual Information Returns
- Familiarity with BIR electronic filing and payment systems
- Knowledge of accounting standards and financial reporting
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting or ERP systems
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with high attention to detail
- Good communication and time management skills, with the ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines
- Professional integrity and commitment to confidentiality
Nice to have:
- CPA license, although not required
- Relevant tax certifications or specialized tax training
- Public accounting or tax consulting experience
- Experience coordinating with government tax authorities and managing tax assessments