Tax Specialist

We are looking for a CPA to join our exclusive client in Makati as a TAX SPECIALIST.

The role involves handling BIR tax audits, addressing tax issues, reviewing tax compliance, preparing responses to the BIR, and keeping the team updated on the latest tax laws and regulations.

It also offers the opportunity to share expertise and guide junior team members.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Tax Advisories

Prepare tax advisories, technical memoranda, and updates on new tax laws, BIR issuances, and court decisions. Assess their impact on clients and develop internal tax reference materials and guidelines.

• Tax Compliance Review

Review tax returns, computations, payments, and reportorial requirements for medium-sized and complex clients. Identify compliance gaps and potential tax liabilities, recommend corrective actions, and review junior staff's work.

• BIR Audit Engagements

Lead BIR tax audits from the issuance of the LOA through case closure, including reviewing assessments, identifying procedural defenses and tax exposures, managing deadlines, supervising junior staff, and representing clients before BIR officials.

• Client Coordination

Act as the primary client contact throughout audit engagements, explain findings and tax risks, coordinate documentation, provide timely updates, and maintain client relationships while identifying additional service opportunities.

• Position Papers

Prepare and review position papers, protests, and formal responses to BIR assessments. Conduct legal and tax research to ensure submissions are well-supported, compliant with applicable laws, and filed within prescribed deadlines.

• Training

Conduct tax training sessions, mentor junior staff on audit procedures and technical research, and review team outputs to ensure quality, accuracy, and continuous professional development.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) with an active PRC license. At least 5 years of Philippine tax experience in an accounting firm, law firm, or corporate tax department.
• Experienced in handling BIR audits, LOA, including preparing formal replies and protests to tax assessments.
• Excellent understanding of Philippine tax laws, including TRAIN, CREATE, and Ease of Paying Taxes, as well as the latest BIR rules and regulations.
• Preferably with experience with tax refund claims, BIR rulings, or cases before the Court of Tax Appeals.
• Willing to build a long-term career in tax practice.

SKILLS FOR SUCCESS:

• Strong English writing skills, especially in preparing clear and well-supported responses to the BIR.
• Good research and analytical skills to understand tax laws and identify potential tax issues.
• Effective communication skills when dealing with clients and BIR officials.
• Ability to handle multiple client engagements and meet deadlines.
• Leadership skills, including the ability to guide junior staff and review their work.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word.

THE GOOD STUFF:

• Competitive Monthly Salary:PHP 45,000 to PHP 60,000, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Transportation Allowance: Provided for each day worked onsite.
• Fieldwork Allowance: Separate allowance for client meetings, field assignments, and BIR visits.
• HMO Coverage: Provided upon regularization.
• Career Advancement: A clear pathway to senior and managerial positions within our tax practice.
• Broad Professional Exposure: Opportunities to work with diverse clients, industries, and complex tax audit matters.
• Mentorship and Guidance: Direct learning and professional guidance from experienced tax partners and managers.
• Professional Development: Support for Continuing Professional Development (CPD), relevant training, and continuous learning.

Interested applicants may also send their updated resumes to [Confidential Information]

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted promptly for further discussion and assessment.