Accounting Staff- Tax Compliance

Velox Energy Philippines Corporation; Philippines; On-site; PHP 500,000 - 780,000; Full time

Job summary

Velox Energy Philippines Corporation is seeking a diligent Tax Accountant to ensure compliance with local and national tax regulations. You will manage tax-related accounting functions, prepare tax returns, and support the finance team in meeting statutory obligations.

The role requires a degree in Accounting or Finance, 2–3 years of tax experience, knowledge of Philippine tax laws, and proficiency in Excel and accounting software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• 2–3 years of tax accounting or tax compliance experience.
• Strong knowledge of Philippine tax laws and BIR rules.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Excel for data analysis.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and file tax returns in line with BIR requirements and deadlines.
• Maintain tax records, documentation and schedules for audits.
• Monitor changes in tax legislation and ensure compliance.
• Calculate income tax, VAT, withholding taxes and other obligations.
• Reconcile tax accounts and post tax transactions to GL.
• Assist with tax provision analyses and disclosures in financial statements.
• Process payroll tax withholdings and social security contributions.
• Coordinate with external auditors and tax consultants as needed.
• Support tax planning initiatives to optimise tax efficiency within law.
• Maintain organised tax files and archiving practices.

Skills

Tax accounting

Excel proficiency

Accounting software

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Job description

About the Role

This is a full-time position that plays a crucial role in ensuring our organization maintains full compliance with all local and national tax regulations. In this position, you will be responsible for managing tax-related accounting functions, preparing tax returns, and supporting our finance department in meeting all statutory obligations. This role is essential to our operations, helping to safeguard the company's reputation and financial integrity whilst minimizing tax liabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and file accurate tax returns in compliance with Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) requirements and deadlines

• Maintain comprehensive tax records, documentation and supporting schedules for audit purposes

• Monitor changes in tax legislation and regulations, ensuring the organisation adapts to new compliance requirements

• Calculate tax liabilities including income tax, value-added tax (VAT), withholding taxes and other statutory obligations

• Reconcile tax accounts and ensure accurate posting of tax transactions in the general ledger

• Support the preparation of tax provision analyses and financial statement footnote disclosures

• Process payroll tax withholdings and social security contributions

• Liaise with external auditors and tax consultants as required

• Assist with tax planning initiatives to optimise tax efficiency within legal boundaries

• Maintain organised tax files and ensure proper document retention and archiving

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field

• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in tax accounting or tax compliance functions

• Sound knowledge of Philippine tax laws, BIR regulations and tax compliance procedures

• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy, particularly when working with complex tax calculations

• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines

• Clear understanding of financial statements and general ledger accounting principles

• Good communication skills with the ability to explain tax matters to non-financial stakeholders

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment

• Knowledge of payroll accounting and statutory remittances is advantageous

• Prior experience in the energy or utility sector is preferred but not essential