Accountant

Jobtailor; Manila; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Manila seeks an experienced Tax & Compliance Accountant to handle Philippine tax returns, BIR filings, VAT, withholding taxes, and corporate income taxes. You will ensure accuracy, maintain records, and coordinate with government agencies while supporting payroll and financial reporting.

The ideal candidate has a CPA qualification (preferred), 5+ years in Philippine tax/compliance, and strong knowledge of BIR rules.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accountancy or related field required.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant accounting experience with PH tax compliance.
• Strong knowledge of Philippine BIR regulations and tax filing requirements.
• Experience with VAT, withholding tax and corporate income tax returns.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and file Philippine tax returns and other statutory submissions per BIR.
• Coordinate with government agencies and external accountants for compliance.
• Support payroll processing and ensure payroll taxes and contributions are remitted.
• Maintain accounting records, reconcile accounts and assist month-end/year-end closing.
• Assist internal/external audits and financial reporting tasks.

Skills

Accounting

Tax compliance

BIR regulations knowledge

Payroll processing

Financial reporting

General ledger reconciliation

Month-end closing

Accounts payable management

Accounts receivable management

Tax filing requirements

Discrepancy resolution

Documentation maintenance

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accountancy, Accounting, Finance

CPA qualification preferred

Tools

Xero Accounting Software

Job description

Prepare and timely file Philippine tax returns and other statutory submissions in accordance with BIR requirements
Prepare and file VAT, expanded withholding tax, final withholding tax, compensation withholding tax and corporate income tax returns
Prepare and issue BIR Form 2307 certificates of creditable tax withheld at source
Ensure tax payments, returns and supporting schedules are accurate and completed within applicable deadlines
Maintain supporting documentation and reconciliations for tax filings and payments
Monitor changes to Philippine tax regulations and BIR requirements
Coordinate mandatory government contributions, including SSS, PhilHealth and Pag-IBIG
Manage annual business permit and licence renewals with local government authorities
Support annual GIS and other SEC filings
Maintain a compliance calendar for tax filings, government remittances, permits and statutory deadlines
Liaise with BIR, SEC, local government units and other government agencies
Coordinate with external accountants, auditors, tax advisers and professional service providers
Support monthly payroll processing and ensure payroll taxes, deductions and contributions are correctly calculated, recorded and remitted
Maintain accounting records and process and review accounts payable, accounts receivable, expenses and daily accounting transactions
Perform bank, balance sheet and general ledger reconciliations
Assist with month-end and year-end closing
Prepare schedules, reports and documentation for internal and external audits
Assist with financial reporting and other accounting requirements
Investigate and resolve discrepancies or compliance issues promptly

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accountancy, Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant accounting experience, including hands-on experience with Philippine tax and statutory compliance
• Strong practical knowledge of Philippine BIR regulations and tax filing requirements
• Hands-on experience preparing VAT, withholding tax and corporate income tax returns
• Experience with BIR Forms 2550Q, 0619E, 1601EQ, 0619F, 1601FQ, 1601C, 1702Q, 1702RT and 2307
• Good knowledge of SSS, PhilHealth and Pag-IBIG contributions and remittance requirements
• Experience with payroll processing and payroll-related tax compliance
• Familiarity with Philippine business permit renewals and SEC corporate compliance requirements, including the General Information Sheet (GIS)
• Good understanding of general accounting principles, reconciliations and month-end processes
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple statutory deadlines
• Good written and verbal communication skills in English
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of local accounting and compliance requirements while collaborating effectively with an international Finance team
• CPA qualification is preferred
• Experience using Xero accounting software is preferred

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in Philippine tax compliance, including preparation and filing of various tax returns and forms, while maintaining accurate accounting records and ensuring adherence to statutory deadlines. Proficient in managing payroll processing and coordinating with government agencies for compliance and reporting.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Philippine Tax Compliance
• VAT Return Preparation
• Payroll Processing
• BIR Regulations Knowledge
• CPA Qualification

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Tax Return Preparation
• Financial Reporting
• General Ledger Reconciliation
• Accounts Payable Management
• Accounts Receivable Management
• Month-End Closing
• Statutory Compliance
• Tax Filing Requirements
• Discrepancy Resolution
• Documentation Maintenance

Soft Skills

• Organisational Skills
• Time Management
• Written Communication
• Verbal Communication
• Collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

• CPA Qualification

Industry Keywords

• Philippine BIR
• SSS Contributions
• PhilHealth Contributions
• Pag-IBIG Contributions
• SEC Compliance
• General Information Sheet
• Business Permit Renewals
• Withholding Tax
• Corporate Income Tax
• Expanded Withholding Tax

Tools & Technologies

• Xero Accounting Software