Builds an understanding of domestic tax concepts and undertakes relevant study to develop or increase that knowledge.
Manage and review the whole tax compliance process for various clients in various industries
Prepares and reviews correct tax analyses and tax computations or returns relating to simple fact patterns and issues.
Lead the provision of various solutions for tax advisories
Manage the provision of special services and/or engagements related to taxation (such as, but not limited to tax due diligence, tax compliance reviews, independent CPA engagements, and tax assessments)
Lead client-related calls and third-party meetings necessary in the practice of taxation;
Demonstrates the ability to use local research, software and technology tools to efficiently produce work that is technically accurate and comprehensive.
Applies tax risk management tools and procedures consistently as appropriate to level and grade.
Displays an awareness of potential planning opportunities associated with the local tax environment by identifying and escalating them as appropriate.
Actively participate in roundtable discussions, seminars, and other trainings regarding tax developments
Complies with all confidentiality and privacy policies of own firm and applicable regulatory authorities.
Coordinate with various stakeholders including regional teams and finance heads of clients, and teams from KPMG offices in other countries
Displays up to date technical knowledge by attending all mandatory tax training within deadlines set and applying this training to tax work where appropriate.
Uses knowledge of tax to discuss key issues with clients, local revenue authorities and other team members, including how to assess conflicting, ambiguous or inconclusive authorities.
Interprets and applies key tax sources in order to carry out and document the results of tax compliance and advisory work.
Analyzes authorities and reaches conclusions relating to fact patterns and issues of moderate complexity.
Applies knowledge of changing tax law, regulatory requirements and industry specific concerns to client engagements, identifies where they may impact a client and reflects these in their client work.
Assesses the sufficiency and appropriateness of the analysis and conclusions reached on a tax issue by reviewing the working papers of junior staff and participating in the evaluation of issues raised with or by the manager and/or partner.
Experience working with a dynamic team including those of different expertise (such as but not limited to audit, advisory, offshore teams) depending on the nature and scope of the engagement; and
Experience the direct impact of taxation and the services KPMG has to offer in different business environments
Prepares complete, well-reasoned and reader-friendly technical tax analyses.
Qualifications:
Certified Public Accountant
Must have at least 6 years of managerial experience and a thorough understanding of tax practice
Must have relevant experience in Philippine tax practice tax advisory and some tax advocacy work. Be highly skillful with the intricacies of the taxation system in the Philippines;
Excellent verbal and written communication, presentation, interpersonal, and business development skills
Share expertise and demonstrate analytical, problem-solving, management, and communication skills necessary for tax practice;
To work collaboratively with and lead a dynamic team to provide excellent services to clients;
To live out the values cultured by the team and KPMG as a firm in the provision of services and in the general practice of taxation;
Be immersed in and contribute to the development of workplace environments/conditions surrounding the tax practice;
Develop and inspire continuous growth and high competency in both technical and soft skills of the tax practice for CPAs.
