Senior Tax Strategy & Compliance Manager (Hybrid)

The Corporate Institute; Hinoba-an; Hybrid; PHP 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

The Corporate Institute seeks a seasoned Assistant Manager to lead the direct tax portfolio, ensuring compliant, strategic planning for domestic and international entities.

You will collaborate with cross‑functional finance teams, external advisors, and senior stakeholders to mitigate tax risks, optimize effective tax rates, and support litigation when needed.

The role demands 7–15 years in direct taxation, a CA qualification or equivalent, and the ability to thrive in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Deep technical proficiency in direct taxation, with experience handling assessments and appellate proceedings.
• Strong analytical skills in transfer pricing frameworks and evolving tax policies.
• Ability to communicate complex tax concepts clearly to non-finance stakeholders.
• CA qualification or equivalent professional degree with 7–15 years of direct taxation experience.
• Adaptable to a hybrid work environment with strong deadline discipline.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end direct tax compliance for domestic and international entities to ensure adherence to statutory deadlines and regulatory requirements.
• Lead litigation strategy by drafting submissions, appearing before tax authorities, and coordinating with legal counsel to resolve disputes efficiently.
• Manage transfer pricing documentation and benchmarking studies to ensure arms-length compliance and minimize exposure to transfer pricing audits.
• Provide strategic tax advisory to internal business units on new projects and transactions to optimize tax efficiency and ensure regulatory alignment.
• Monitor changes in tax legislation and proactively communicate potential impacts to leadership to facilitate informed decision-making.

Skills

Direct tax

Transfer pricing

Tax compliance

Regulatory interpretation

Stakeholder communication

Litigation coordination

Education

Chartered Accountancy (CA)

Job description

The Corporate Institute seeks a seasoned Assistant Manager to lead the direct tax portfolio, ensuring compliant, strategic planning for domestic and international entities.

You will collaborate with cross‑functional finance teams, external advisors, and senior stakeholders to mitigate tax risks, optimize effective tax rates, and support litigation when needed.

The role demands 7–15 years in direct taxation, a CA qualification or equivalent, and the ability to thrive in a hybrid work environment.