Sr. Lead Tax & Regulatory Compliance

GECO Asia Pte. Ltd; Taguig; Hybrid; PHP 670,000 - 937,000; Full time

Job summary

GECO Asia Pte. Ltd. in Manila (Hybrid) seeks a Sr. Lead Tax & Regulatory Compliance to oversee tax compliance, regulatory reporting, and governance in line with Philippine laws. The role requires experience in PEZA/BOI incentives and contracts review.

The candidate will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, ensure timely statutory obligations, and guide tax/regulatory matters across the business.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accountancy, Taxation, Finance, Business Admin, Law, or related field.
• CPA certification is strongly preferred.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience in tax and regulatory compliance.
• Experience with PEZA and BOI compliance.
• Strong knowledge of Philippine tax laws and government regulations.
• Analytical mindset with strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee tax compliance activities, including preparation, review, and submission of tax returns and regulatory reports.
• Ensure compliance with Philippine tax regulations and other statutory requirements.
• Handle PEZA and BOI compliance requirements, including reporting and documentation obligations.
• Perform tax-regime and site-based income/expense allocation reviews.
• Review and assess contracts, agreements, and business arrangements for tax/regulatory implications.
• Coordinate with government agencies, external auditors, tax consultants, and legal teams.
• Support tax audits, assessments, and regulatory examinations.
• Monitor changes in tax laws, regulations, and government incentive programs.
• Develop and maintain internal controls and compliance processes to mitigate regulatory risks.
• Provide guidance to business stakeholders on tax and compliance matters.

Skills

Tax compliance

Regulatory reporting

Contract review

PEZA compliance

BOI compliance

Stakeholder communication

Analytical skills

Regulatory knowledge

Multiple priority management

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy/Taxation/Finance/Law

CPA certification

Advanced taxation/regulatory qualifications

Job description

Sr. Lead Tax & Regulatory Compliance

Location: Manila (Hybrid)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Work Schedule: Flexible to work on shifting schedules as business requires, including weekends, night shifts, and holidays
Salary Package: PHP 60,000 - PHP 84,000

Job Overview

We are seeking a Sr. Lead Tax & Regulatory Compliance to oversee tax compliance, regulatory reporting, and governance requirements while ensuring adherence to Philippine tax laws and government regulations. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in tax compliance, regulatory requirements, contract review, and government incentive programs such as PEZA and BOI.

This role requires a detail-oriented professional who can collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, ensure timely compliance with statutory obligations, and provide guidance on tax and regulatory matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee tax compliance activities, including preparation, review, and submission of tax returns and regulatory reports.

• Ensure compliance with Philippine tax regulations and other statutory requirements.

• Handle PEZA and BOI compliance requirements, including reporting and documentation obligations.

• Perform tax-regime and site-based income and expense allocation reviews.

• Review and assess contracts, agreements, and business arrangements to identify tax and regulatory implications.

• Coordinate with government agencies, external auditors, tax consultants, and legal teams regarding compliance matters.

• Support tax audits, assessments, and regulatory examinations.

• Monitor changes in tax laws, regulations, and government incentive programs, and recommend necessary actions.

• Develop and maintain internal controls and compliance processes to mitigate regulatory risks.

• Provide guidance and support to business stakeholders on tax and compliance-related matters.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy, Taxation, Finance, Business Administration, Law, or a related field.

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is strongly preferred.

• Advanced taxation, legal, or regulatory compliance qualifications are an advantage.

• Minimum of 3-5 years of relevant experience in tax and regulatory compliance.

• Experience handling PEZA and BOI compliance requirements.

• Strong understanding of tax-regime and site-based income and expense allocation.

• Experience reviewing and analyzing contracts and agreements.

• Knowledge of Philippine tax laws, regulatory requirements, and government compliance processes.

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

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in multinational companies, shared services, BPO, manufacturing, or similar corporate environments.

• Exposure to tax audits, regulatory inspections, and government incentive programs.

• Familiarity with financial reporting and compliance frameworks.