Senior Tax Specialist

Arvin International Marketing Inc.; Philippines; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Arvin International Marketing Inc. is seeking a Senior Tax Specialist to manage the company’s tax compliance, reporting, and tax-related requirements for its importation and distribution operations involving salt, chemicals, rice, and other agricultural products.

The role ensures accurate and timely tax filings, proper documentation, and compliance with BIR regulations, while supporting tax planning and minimizing tax risks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of relevant experience in taxation.
• Strong knowledge of Philippine taxation and BIR compliance requirements.
• Hands-on experience in VAT, withholding tax, income tax, and tax reconciliation.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and SAP or other ERP/accounting systems.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and ensure timely filing of BIR tax returns, schedules, and other regulatory reports.
• Handle tax compliance requirements covering VAT, withholding taxes, income tax, and other applicable taxes.
• Review tax calculations, tax-related journal entries, and supporting documents for accuracy and completeness.
• Monitor and reconcile tax accounts, including VAT and withholding tax balances.
• Ensure proper tax treatment and documentation of importation, purchases, sales, and other business transactions.
• Coordinate with AP, AR, General Accounting, Purchasing, Logistics, and other departments regarding tax-related concerns.
• Prepare and maintain documentation for BIR audits, assessments, and tax investigations.
• Monitor updates in tax laws, BIR issuances, and regulatory requirements and assess their impact on the company.
• Provide tax guidance to internal departments and recommend appropriate actions to ensure compliance.
• Assist in tax planning initiatives and identify opportunities to minimize tax exposure and manage tax risks.
• Review tax-related processes and recommend improvements to strengthen internal controls and compliance.
• Coordinate with external auditors, tax consultants, and government agencies when necessary.
• Perform other tax and accounting-related duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Coordination skills

Integrity & ethics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

SAP or ERP/accounting systems

Job description

Job Summary

The Senior Tax Specialist is responsible for managing the company’s tax compliance, reporting, and tax-related requirements for its importation and distribution operations involving salt, chemicals, rice, and other agricultural products. The role ensures accurate and timely tax filings, proper documentation, and compliance with BIR regulations and applicable tax laws, while supporting tax planning and minimizing tax risks.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and ensure timely filing of BIR tax returns, schedules, and other regulatory reports.

• Handle tax compliance requirements covering VAT, withholding taxes, income tax, and other applicable taxes.

• Review tax calculations, tax-related journal entries, and supporting documents for accuracy and completeness.

• Monitor and reconcile tax accounts, including VAT and withholding tax balances.

• Ensure proper tax treatment and documentation of importation, purchases, sales, and other business transactions.

• Coordinate with AP, AR, General Accounting, Purchasing, Logistics, and other departments regarding tax-related concerns.

• Prepare and maintain documentation for BIR audits, assessments, and tax investigations.

• Monitor updates in tax laws, BIR issuances, and regulatory requirements and assess their impact on the company.

• Provide tax guidance to internal departments and recommend appropriate actions to ensure compliance.

• Assist in tax planning initiatives and identify opportunities to minimize tax exposure and manage tax risks.

• Review tax-related processes and recommend improvements to strengthen internal controls and compliance.

• Coordinate with external auditors, tax consultants, and government agencies when necessary.

• Perform other tax and accounting-related duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

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

• At least 5 years of relevant experience in taxation, preferably in an importer, trading, distribution, or manufacturing company.

• Strong knowledge of Philippine taxation and BIR compliance requirements.

• Hands-on experience in VAT, withholding tax, income tax, and tax reconciliation.

• Experience handling BIR audits, assessments, and tax-related documentation is highly preferred.

• Knowledge of importation-related taxes and customs requirements is an advantage.

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and familiar with SAP or other ERP/accounting systems.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines.

• Good communication and coordination skills.

• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professional ethics.