Junior Accountant – Tax and Statutory Compliance

ZACHRY PHILIPPINES, INC.; Eastern Manila District; On-site; PHP 223,000 - 446,000; Full time

Job summary

ZACHRY Philippines, Inc. is seeking a Junior Accountant for Tax and Statutory Compliance to support timely tax returns, registrations, and regulatory filings.

You will prepare VAT and other tax schedules, maintain compliance records, and coordinate with BIR, SEC, LGUs, DTI and BOI/PEZA under supervision. The role requires 1–3 years in taxation or statutory reporting, a BS Accountancy, and knowledge of Philippine tax laws.

Qualifications

• BS Accountancy degree required; CPA preferred but not mandatory.
• 1–3 years in taxation, accounting, statutory reporting, or regulatory compliance.
• Basic knowledge of Philippine taxation, tax return prep, and BIR compliance preferred.
• Exposure to SEC, LGU, DTI, and a Philippine Investment Promotion Agency (BOI/PEZA) is advantageous.
• Experience in multinational or shared-services environments is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare tax returns, including VAT and other taxes, with supporting schedules.
• Maintain complete compliance records and monitor filing deadlines.
• Support submissions to BIR, SEC, DTI, LGUs, and Investment Promotion Agencies.
• Assist with tax and regulatory audits, permit and registration renewals.
• Provide governance and department support for compliance activities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Reconciliation

Problem solving

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Team coordination

Education

BS Accountancy or related accounting degree

CPA preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft 365

ERP systems

eFPS

eBIRForms

Regulatory portals

Job description

The Junior Accountant for Tax and Statutory Compliance supports the accurate and timely completion of the company’s tax, regulatory, and statutory compliance requirements. The role prepares tax returns, including VAT and other applicable taxes, supporting schedules, reconciliations, and documentation; maintains complete compliance records; monitors filing and renewal deadlines; and supports submissions to the BIR, applicable Investment Promotion Agency, SEC, DTI, and Local Government Units. The role also assists with tax and regulatory audits, permit and registration renewals, and other statutory compliance activities under appropriate supervision.

• Tax & Regulatory Compliance

• Compliance Monitoring and Record Management

• Tax Incentives and Research Support

• Tax Risk and Audit Support
• Compliance Updates, Training and Documentation
• Tax and Regulatory Analysis Support
• Governance and Department Support

Education:

• A graduate of BS Accountancy or a related accounting degree. CPA is preferred but not required.

Experience:

• 1–3 years of relevant experience in taxation, accounting, statutory reporting, or regulatory compliance.
• Basic knowledge or practical exposure to Philippine taxation, tax return preparation, and BIR compliance is preferred.
• Exposure to SEC, LGU, DTI, and compliance requirements of an applicable Investment Promotion Agency, including BOI or PEZA, is an advantage.
• Exposure to multinational or shared-services environments is an advantage.

Skills and Knowledge:

• Basic to working knowledge of Philippine tax laws and regulations, with willingness to develop deeper tax expertise.
• Basic knowledge of statutory and regulatory requirements involving the SEC, LGUs, DTI, and an applicable Investment Promotion Agency, including BOI or PEZA, is an advantage.
• Good analytical, reconciliation, research, and problem-solving skills.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills and the ability to coordinate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

Behavioral/Physical:

• High attention to detail, integrity, confidentiality, organization, and ability to meet recurring compliance deadlines.

Technical:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft 365; familiarity with ERP systems and e-filing platforms (eFPS, eBIRForms, and regulatory portals) is an advantage.