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Sophos is a global leader and innovator of advanced security solutions for defeating cyberattacks. The company acquired Secureworks in February 2025, bringing together two pioneers that have redefined the cybersecurity industry with their innovative, native AI-optimized services, technologies and products. Sophos is now the largest pure-play Managed Detection and Response (MDR) provider, supporting more than 28,000 organizations. In addition to MDR and other services, Sophos complete portfolio includes industry-leading endpoint, network, email, and cloud security that interoperate and adapt to defend through the Sophos Central platform. Secureworks provides the innovative, market-leading Taegis XDR/MDR, identity threat detection and response (ITDR), next-gen SIEM capabilities, managed risk, and a comprehensive set of advisory services. Sophos sells all these solutions through reseller partners, Managed Service Providers (MSPs) and Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs) worldwide, defending more than 600,000 organizations worldwide from phishing, ransomware, data theft, other every day and state-sponsored cybercrimes. The solutions are powered by historical and real-time threat intelligence from Sophos X-Ops and the newly added Counter Threat Unit (CTU). Sophos is headquartered in Oxford, U.K. More information is available at www.sophos.com.

The PEZA Compliance Officer is accountable for ensuring the organization's adherence to all regulations and reporting requirements mandated by the Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA). Responsibilities include managing statutory filings, liaising with PEZA officials, tracking regulatory updates, and assisting internal departments in maintaining compliance with PEZA standards applicable to registered enterprises. In addition to PEZA-related compliance, the selected candidate will also oversee finance, accounting, and tax matters in collaboration with the finance and tax teams.

What You Will Do

Regulatory Compliance

Ensure company compliance with all applicable PEZA rules and regulations.
Monitor updates and circulars issued by the Philippine Economic Zone Authority and advise management on regulatory changes.
Maintain all PEZA registration documents, permits, and approvals.

Finance and Accounting Support

Review and validate employee expense claims in SAP Concur to ensure accuracy, compliance, and proper documentation.
Coordinate with suppliers for timely collection and issuance of payment receipt and BIR Form 2307 (Certificate of Creditable Tax Withheld at Source).
Assist in monitoring vendor payments, ensuring proper tax compliance and documentation.
Support finance/tax team in local coordination with Govt. authorities and consultant for preparation of compliance-related financial reports.

Reporting & Documentation

Prepare and submit mandatory PEZA reports such as Annual/Quarterly/Monthly
Ensure timely filing and proper documentation of all PEZA submissions.
Liaison with Authorities
Act as the primary contact point with PEZA officers and zone administrators. Coordinate with PEZA for Compliance inspections, Permit applications, Amendments to registration, Incentive compliance requirements.

Internal Coordination

Work with Finance, Operations, and HR teams to gather required data for PEZA reporting.
Provide guidance to internal stakeholders on PEZA procedures and documentation.

Audit & Monitoring

Support PEZA compliance audits and internal compliance reviews.
Maintain organized records for regulatory inspection.

What You Will Bring

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Law, or related field.
3–5 years experience handling PEZA compliance or regulatory reporting.
Experience coordinating with Philippine government agencies is an advantage.
Strong understanding of PEZA rules and incentives
Knowledge of Philippine regulatory and tax compliance.
Excellent documentation and reporting skills.
Strong communication and coordination abilities.
Availability during key PEZA reporting deadlines.

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Ready to Join Us

At Sophos, we believe in the power of diverse perspectives to fuel innovation. Research shows that candidates sometimes hesitate to apply if they don't check every box in a job description. We challenge that notion. Your unique experiences and skills might be exactly what we need to enhance our team. Don't let a checklist hold you back – we encourage you to apply.

What's Great About Sophos

Sophos operates a remote-first working model, making remote work the primary option for most employees. However, some roles may necessitate a hybrid approach. While we are a remote first organization, applicants must have legal authorization to work in the jurisdiction where the position is posted, without requiring employer sponsorship.
Our people – we innovate and create, all of which are accompanied by a great sense of fun and team spirit
Employee-led diversity and inclusion networks that build community and provide education and advocacy
Annual charity and fundraising initiatives and volunteer days for employees to support local communities
Global employee sustainability initiatives to reduce our environmental footprint
Global fitness and trivia competitions to keep our bodies and minds sharp
Global wellbeing days for employees to relax and recharge
Monthly wellbeing webinars and training to support employee health and wellbeing

Our Commitment To You

We're proud of the diverse and inclusive environment we have at Sophos, and we're committed to ensuring equality of opportunity. We believe that diversity, combined with excellence, builds a better Sophos, so we encourage applicants who can contribute to the diversity of our team. All applicants will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, sex, gender reassignment, marital status, race, religion or belief, color, age, military veteran status, disability, pregnancy, maternity or sexual orientation. We want to give you every opportunity to show us your best self, so if there are any adjustments we could make to the recruitment and selection process to support you, please let us know.

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PEZA Compliance Officer (6 Months Contract)