Tax Specialist

Job Summary

We are looking for a hands-on and detail-oriented Tax Specialist with solid knowledge of local tax regulations in the Philippines.

This role will be responsible for day-to-day tax compliance, tax risk management, tax incentive applications, bonded-related matters, and tax/finance registrations. The candidate will also provide support for tax and compliance matters relating to Singapore SPV entities. The ideal candidate should have 2-3 years of relevant experience, be familiar with Philippine local tax practices, and be able to independently handle practical tax matters in a fast-paced business environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle day-to-day tax compliance matters in the Philippines and ensure compliance with local tax laws and regulations.

• Review and support daily transaction-related tax matters, including indirect taxes, withholding tax, invoicing, and other routine tax treatments.

• Identify, assess, and manage tax compliance risks, and provide practical recommendations for risk mitigation.

• Prepare and support applications for tax incentives and ensure proper filing, follow-up, and compliance with relevant requirements.

• Handle bonded-related matters, including application, compliance, and ongoing administration where applicable.

• Manage tax and finance-related registrations, filings, and maintenance of statutory records.

• Provide support on tax and compliance matters relating to Singapore SPV companies.

• Liaise with internal teams such as finance, legal, and business teams to provide tax support for business operations.

• Coordinate with external advisors, auditors, and local authorities on tax-related matters when needed.

• Assist in tax audits, inquiries, and ad hoc tax projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or above in Tax, Accounting, Finance, Audit, Law, or other related fields.

• 5 years of relevant tax experience, preferably with hands-on experience in Philippine local tax matters.

• Good understanding of Philippine tax regulations, compliance requirements, and tax treatment of daily business transactions.

• Experience in tax incentive applications, bonded matters, and tax/finance registrations is preferred.

• Exposure to or experience with Singapore SPV companies is a plus.

• Strong hands-on execution ability with the capability to independently manage and follow through on tax matters.

• Detail-oriented, responsible, and sensitive to compliance and risk control. • Good communication and coordination skills, with the ability to work cross functionally.

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other office tools. •

Good command of English is preferred.