Tax Officer

Talent Search Recruitment - Indonesia; Jakarta Pusat; On-site; IDR 89,280,000 - 156,240,000; Full time

Job summary

The Tax Officer at Talent Search Recruitment - Indonesia will oversee the calculation, withholding, reporting, and filing of all Indonesian taxes for the school. You will assist expatriate staff with annual tax reporting through Coretax, ensure timely submissions, and maintain proper documentation and controls.

The role requires a Diploma or Bachelor in accounting or finance, 3–5 years in tax compliance, and hands-on experience with Coretax, e-Faktur, e-Bupot, and standard accounting software.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor in Accounting, Taxation, Finance or related field.
• 3–5 years in tax compliance or taxation role, preferably in education, non-profit, or international organization.
• Strong knowledge of Indonesian tax regulations (PPh 21, PPh 23, PPh 4(2), PPh 26, VAT/PPN).
• Familiar with Coretax system and expatriate tax reporting requirements.
• Proficient in MS Excel and accounting software (Tally, Zoho, SAP).
• Excellent written and spoken Indonesian and English communication.

Responsibilities

• Tax calculation, withholding, reporting, and filing across applicable taxes.
• Prepare monthly and annual tax returns (SPT Masa and SPT Tahunan) accurately.
• Generate and manage tax documents (e-Bupot, e-Faktur, withholding slips, proofs).
• Coordinate with HR and expatriate staff for Coretax reporting and timelines.
• Maintain reconciliations between tax filings, payroll, Coretax data, and accounting records.
• Liaise with tax consultants, auditors, and authorities during audits.

Skills

Tax regulations knowledge

Communication skills (Eng/Ind)

Attention to detail

Integrity & confidentiality

Multicultural adaptability

Team collaboration

Education

Diploma/Bachelor in Accounting/Taxation/Finance

Tools

Coretax

e-Faktur

e-Bupot

DJP Online

MS Excel

Accounting software (Tally/Zoho/SAP)

Job description

The Tax Officer is responsible for managing and ensuring full compliance of all tax obligations of the school in accordance with Indonesian tax regulations. This role covers tax calculation, withholding, reporting, and filing for all applicable taxes, while also providing support to expatriate staff in fulfilling their annual individual tax reporting obligations through the Coretax system. The Tax Officer ensures accurate documentation, timely submission, and alignment with internal financial controls and organizational policies, supporting transparency and regulatory compliance within an international school environment.

JOB DESCRIPTIONS

1. Tax Calculation & Compliance
   • Calculate, prepare, and review all applicable taxes, including but not limited to PPh 21, PPh 23,PPh 4(2), PPh 26, VAT/PPN, and other relevant taxes.
   • Ensure correct tax treatment for local and expatriate staff, vendors, consultants, and serviceproviders.
   • Review accounting transactions to ensure accurate tax classification and proper tax basecalculation.
   • Ensure compliance with prevailing Indonesian tax laws, regulations, and Directorate General ofTaxes (DGT) requirements.
   • Monitor tax deadlines and ensure timely tax payments and submissions to avoid penalties andinterest.
2. Tax Reporting, Filing & Coretax
   • Prepare and submit monthly and annual tax returns (SPT Masa and SPT Tahunan) accuratelyand on time.
   • Generate, issue, and manage tax documents such as e-Bupot, e-Faktur, withholding tax slips,and tax payment proofs.
   • Support expatriate staff in the preparation and submission of annual individual income taxreturns (SPT Tahunan Orang Pribadi) through the Coretax system, including guidance onrequired documents and timelines.
   • Coordinate with HR and expatriate employees to ensure accuracy of income, benefits, and taxdata used for Coretax reporting.
   • Maintain proper reconciliation between tax filings, payroll records, Coretax data, and accountingrecords.
3. Coordination with Internal & External Parties
   • Coordinate with Accounting, Finance, HR, and Procurement teams to ensure tax complianceacross all transactions.
   • Work closely with HR on payroll tax, benefits-in-kind, expatriate taxation, and staff tax-relatedmatters.
   • Liaise with tax consultants, external auditors, and tax authorities during audits, inspections, orinquiries.
   • Provide tax clarification and guidance to internal stakeholders and expatriate staff whenrequired.
4. Tax Control, Audit & Risk Management
   • Conduct periodic tax reviews to identify potential risks, discrepancies, or non-compliance issues.
   • Prepare tax reconciliations between general ledger, payroll, Coretax data, and tax filings.
   • Assist during tax audits by preparing required documents, explanations, and supportingschedules.
   • Implement and maintain strong tax controls to minimize exposure to tax risks and penalties.
5. Documentation, Systems & Process Improvement
   • Maintain orderly, accurate, and complete tax documentation in both physical and digital filingsystems.
   • Ensure adherence to internal finance policies, SOPs, and Clean Desk Policy at all times.
   • Support the implementation, optimization, and maintenance of accounting and tax systems,including Coretax.
   • Stay updated on changes in tax regulations and proactively recommend process or policyadjustments.
   • Escalate complexor unclear tax matters to Senior Accounting Officer, Finance Manager, or CFOas appropriate.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Minimum Diploma/Bachelors degree in Accounting, Taxation, Finance, or related field.
2. At least 3–5 years of experience in tax compliance or taxation role (experience in education, non-profit,or international organization preferred).
3. Strong knowledge of Indonesian tax regulations, including PPh 21, PPh 23, PPh 26, VAT/PPN, and otherrelevant tax rules.
4. Familiar with Coretax system, including support for annual individual tax reporting (SPT Tahunan OrangPribadi), particularly for expatriate employees.
5. Familiar with tax systems such as e-Faktur, e-Bupot, DJP Online, and related tax applications.
6. Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (e.g., Tally, Zoho, SAP, or similar).
7. Good written and verbal communication skills in Indonesian and English.
8. High attention to detail, accuracy, and strong analytical skills.
9. Integrity, accountability, and ability to handle confidential financial and tax information.
10. Team-oriented, proactive, and adaptable to a multicultural, international school environment.
11. Willing to work full-time on-site and flexible during peak tax reporting periods (month-end, year-end, taxseason, or audit).