Tax Manager

Job Description

The position is responsible for ensuring the organization's compliance with all tax, statutory, and regulatory requirements while overseeing tax reporting, audit coordination, VAT claims, and tax governance activities. It serves as the primary focal point for tax-related matters, providing guidance on business transactions, regulatory changes, and tax compliance requirements. The role collaborates closely with Finance, Operations, Shared Services, external consultants, and government agencies to ensure accurate tax reporting, mitigate tax risks, and maintain compliance with Philippine tax regulations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

You will:

• Lead and oversee all tax compliance activities, including the review, reconciliation, and timely filing of income tax, VAT, withholding tax, and other statutory requirements.
• Coordinate with external tax consultants and advisors to ensure compliance with government regulations and reporting obligations.
• Manage tax-related accounts, schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documents to ensure accuracy and audit readiness.
• Oversee local tax requirements, including municipal taxes and compliance obligations for head office and branch operations.
• Support statutory and regulatory filings, including Audited Financial Statements (AFS), General Information Sheets (GIS), and other government submissions.
• Manage VAT claims, refund applications, and supporting documentation while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Lead the preparation and coordination of tax audits, BIR assessments, Letters of Authority (LOA), and tax examinations.
• Support tax initiatives such as e-invoicing implementation, transfer pricing documentation, tax health checks, and process enhancement projects.
• Provide tax guidance and recommendations related to contracts, transactions, operational activities, and business decisions.
• Monitor changes in tax laws, regulations, and BIR issuances and communicate potential impacts to management and relevant stakeholders.
• Partner with Finance, Credit & Collection, Operations, Treasury, and Shared Services teams to ensure tax compliance is embedded within business processes.
• Promote awareness of tax requirements, internal controls, and best practices through knowledge-sharing initiatives.
• Provide functional guidance to treasury personnel to ensure compliance with treasury controls, cash management processes, and financial governance requirements.
• Support the development and implementation of tax strategies that align with business operations and regulatory obligations.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

• You must have a bachelor's degree in Accountancy, Finance, Taxation, or a related field.
• You must be a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
• You must have at least 4-5 years of experience in tax compliance, accounting, finance, or a related function, preferably within a corporate or multinational environment.
• You must have strong knowledge of Philippine taxation, including VAT, withholding taxes, corporate income tax, local taxes, and BIR regulations.
• You must have experience coordinating tax audits, BIR assessments, Letters of Authority (LOA), and engagements with external tax consultants.
• You must have experience handling VAT claims, refund applications, tax compliance reviews, and statutory reporting requirements.
• You must have strong account reconciliation experience, including tax accounts, balance sheet accounts, and general ledger reconciliations.
• You must be proficient in ERP systems, financial reporting tools, and Microsoft Excel SAP experience is an advantage.
• You must have strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to identify and resolve tax-related issues.
• You must have excellent communication, stakeholder management, and interpersonal skills.
• You must demonstrate a high level of integrity, attention to detail, and commitment to regulatory compliance.

Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Work Setup: Onsite - Biñan, Laguna