Statutory Report Manager (Tax Manager)

Ask Asia Management Consulting Inc; Taguig; On-site; PHP 1,800,000 - 2,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Ask Asia Management Consulting Inc. in Metro Manila seeks a Compliance and Tax Leader to oversee statutory reporting, tax compliance, payroll tax, audits, and risk management. The role includes leading a team, aligning with company goals, and coordinating with regulators. The ideal candidate is a licensed CPA with at least three years of managerial experience in a similar scope, hands-on BIR experience, and willingness to travel to BIR offices to resolve matters.

Qualifications

• Must be CPA.
• At least 3 years of managerial experience in handling same scope of work.
• Hands-on experience in dealing with BIR matters.
• Willing to travel and visit different BIR offices.

Responsibilities

• Lead Statutory Reporting department, including accounting, tax, payroll, and liaison functions.
• Define departmental goals, priorities, and performance standards.
• Oversee tax compliance and timely filing of BIR returns and regulatory submissions.
• Lead tax planning initiatives to optimize tax exposure and manage risks.
• Oversee payroll processing and payroll tax compliance.
• Drive process improvements, governance, and internal controls across the department.

Skills

Managerial experience

BIR matters handling

Travel willingness

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.