Statutory Report Manager (Tax Manager)

ask asia management consulting inc; Philippines; On-site; PHP 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Ask Asia Management Consulting Inc. seeks a senior leader to oversee tax and regulatory functions in the Philippines. You will head the Statutory Reporting department, driving compliance, governance and timely financial reporting.

The role requires a CPA with at least 3 years of managerial experience handling BIR matters and a willingness to travel to BIR offices. You will collaborate with HR and Treasury on payroll matters and tax planning, while leading audits and process improvements.

Qualifications

• Must be CPA.
• Must have at least 3 years managerial experience handling same scope of work.
• Must have hands-on experience dealing with BIR matters.
• Willing to travel to visit different BIR offices.

Responsibilities

• Lead Statutory Reporting department including accounting, tax, payroll and liaison functions.
• Oversee tax compliance and statutory reporting requirements and manage audits/inquiries.
• Provide financial insights and analysis to senior management for decision making.
• Strengthen internal controls and governance; drive process improvements and automation.
• Coordinate with HR and Treasury on payroll-related matters and cross-functional initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Tax compliance

Regulatory compliance

Financial reporting

Education

CPA

Job description

The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing all tax related decisions and activities in the organization. You will help us stay tax-compliant and up-to-date on new tax laws.

Department Leadership and Strategy

• Lead and manage the Statutory Reporting epartment, including accounting, tax, payroll, and liaison functions.
• Define departmental goals, priorities, and performance standards.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve efficiency, accuracy, and compliance.
• Ensure alignment of departmental objectives with company goals.
• Oversee preparation and review of financial statements and management reports.
• Ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of financial reporting.
• Review consolidated financial reports across companies.
• Provide financial insights and analysis to senior management for decision-making.

Tax and Regulatory Compliance

• Oversee tax compliance and statutory reporting requirements.
• Ensure timely and accurate filing of BIR returns and regulatory submissions.
• Lead tax planning initiatives to optimize tax exposure and manage risks.
• Oversee and handles BIR audits, LOAs, and regulatory inquiries.

Payroll and Compensation Oversight

• Oversee payroll processing and payroll tax compliance.
• Ensure proper controls and accuracy in payroll computations and reporting.
• Coordinate with HR and Treasury on payroll related matters.

Audit and Risk Management

• Lead preparation for internal and external audits.
• Review audit findings and ensure implementation of corrective actions.
• Identify financial, tax, and compliance risks and recommend mitigation measures.

Process Improvement and Governance

• Establish and enforce accounting, tax, and compliance policies and procedures.
• Strengthen internal controls and governance frameworks.
• Drive process improvements and automation initiatives.
• Standardize workflows across companies under the department.

Stakeholder and Cross-Functional Coordination

• Serve as key contact for regulatory bodies and auditors, as needed.
• Escalate critical issues and provide recommendations to senior management.
• Manage Supervisors and key team members.
• Conduct performance evaluations and competency development.
• Provide strategic recommendations on financial, tax, and compliance matters.
• Handle ad hoc tasks and special projects

Qualifications

• Must be CPA
• Must have at least 3 years Managerial experience in handling same scope of work.
• Must have actual hands-on experience in dealing with BIR matters.
• Willing to travel and visit different BIR offices to attend to work related matters.