General Accountant – Tax Compliance

Xinyx Design; Muntinlupa; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Xinyx Design in the Philippines is seeking an experienced accounting and tax professional to manage monthly, quarterly, and annual tax filings and ensure VAT, withholding taxes, and other taxes are properly handled. The role also covers general ledger reconciliations, month-end close, financial reporting, and ISO-compliant documentation.

The position requires at least 7 years in accounting and tax, with strong knowledge of Philippine taxation, BIR regulations, and audit coordination.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy required.
• Minimum of 7 years of relevant accounting and tax compliance experience.
• Strong knowledge of Philippine taxation and BIR regulations.
• Experience with audit coordination and financial reporting.
• Proficient in Excel and accounting systems.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and ensure timely filing of monthly, quarterly, and annual tax returns.
• Ensure compliance with VAT, withholding taxes, final taxes, DST, and other applicable taxes.
• Support BIR examinations, audits, assessments, and tax-related projects.
• Prepare responses to tax notices, inquiries, and audit findings.
• Coordinate tax-related matters with government agencies, external consultants, auditors, and legal counsel.
• Review contracts and transactions to ensure correct tax treatment.
• Maintain accurate tax records and compliance documentation.
• Perform general ledger reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Ensure the accuracy and completeness of accounting entries and financial records.
• Support month-end and year-end accounting activities.
• Assist in the preparation and review of financial statements and schedules.
• Maintain accounting policies, procedures, and documentation in compliance with company and ISO requirements.
• Coordinate with various departments to resolve accounting and audit issues.
• Support annual financial statement audits.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate audit requirements.
• Ensure supporting documents and reconciliations are complete and readily available.
• Assist in the review of financial reports and tax returns.

Skills

Tax compliance

Financial reporting

Audit coordination

Excel proficiency

Accounting systems

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy

Tools

Accounting software

Excel

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and ensure timely filing of monthly, quarterly, and annual tax returns.

• Ensure compliance with VAT, withholding taxes, final taxes, DST, and other applicable taxes.

• Support BIR examinations, audits, assessments, and tax-related projects.

• Prepare responses to tax notices, inquiries, and audit findings.

• Coordinate tax-related matters with government agencies, external consultants, auditors, and legal counsel.

• Review contracts and transactions to ensure correct tax treatment.

• Maintain accurate tax records and compliance documentation.

Accounting Operations

• Perform general ledger reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.

• Ensure the accuracy and completeness of accounting entries and financial records.

• Support month-end and year-end accounting activities.

• Assist in the preparation and review of financial statements and schedules.

• Maintain accounting policies, procedures, and documentation in compliance with company and ISO requirements.

• Coordinate with various departments to resolve accounting and audit issues.

Audit and Financial Reporting

• Support annual financial statement audits.

• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate audit requirements.

• Ensure supporting documents and reconciliations are complete and readily available.

• Assist in the review of financial reports and tax returns.

Key Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy

• Minimum of 7 years of relevant accounting and tax compliance experience

• Strong knowledge of:

  • Philippine taxation and BIR regulations
  • Financial accounting and general ledger reconciliation
  • Audit coordination and financial reporting
  • Microsoft Excel and accounting systems

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and compliance requirements

Nice to have:

• Experience handling BIR audits, assessments, and tax investigations

• Experience working with external auditors, legal counsel, and government agencies

• Exposure to ISO documentation and process compliance

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is an advantage but not required