Tax and Accounting Supervisor in laguna

Dempsey Resource Management Inc.; San Pedro; On-site; PHP 670,000 - 1,004,000; Full time

Job summary

Dempsey Resource Management Inc. is seeking a Tax and Accounting Supervisor to oversee client accounting, tax compliance, and reporting across multiple engagements in Laguna, Philippines.

The role focuses on onboarding new clients to Monthly Retainer Engagement (MRE) services, ensuring accurate record-keeping, timely tax filings, and strong BIR liaison. CPA preferred; experienced supervisors from tax practice or Big 4 backgrounds are encouraged to apply, with hands-on leadership in a small firm

Qualifications

• CPA preferred; unlicensed candidates with 3+ years of accounting and tax experience may apply if a CPA is not available.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience, including engagement in-charge or team lead roles.
• Big 4 firm experience (SGV, KPMG, Isla Lipana, PwC, Deloitte) or equivalent is highly preferred.
• Candidate from Tax practice background preferred over Audit-only experience.
• Strong knowledge of Philippine Financial Reporting Standards and BIR regulations.
• Ability to lead and coach junior staff; good written communication; comfortable with client discussions with BIR.

Responsibilities

• Accounting, bookkeeping, and tax compliance reporting.
• Lead onboarding for Monthly Retainer Engagement services, including kickoff meetings and setup.
• Prepare client working papers and review tax returns prior to filing.
• Oversee bookkeeping across client portfolio and BIR compliance.
• Oversee payroll processing and payable list monitoring.
• Maintain compliance tools, checklists, templates, and engagement letters.
• Prepare client reports and provide updates on engagement progress.

Skills

Engagement leadership

BIR compliance

Tax advisory

Client communication

Staff coaching

Education

CPA license preferred

Big 4 background

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Accounting, Bookkeeping, and Tax Compliance Reporting


• Lead onboarding for new clients availing Monthly Retainer Engagement (MRE) services, including kickoff meetings, document and account setup, compliance calendars, and briefing the assigned Junior Accountant.


• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of client working papers and review all tax returns prior to filing and payment.


• Oversee accurate transaction entries and bookkeeping across the client portfolio, and supervise the preparation of spreadsheets and books of accounts required for BIR compliance.


• Oversee payroll processing, commission reconciliation, check voucher preparation, and payable list monitoring across assigned engagements.

HMB Management Consultant | Tax and Accounting Supervisor - Job Description (Draft)

• Ensure accurate record-keeping and compliance with BIR regulations across all client accounts.


• Implement and maintain a sound accounting system to efficiently monitor client accounts and streamline accounting processes.


• Maintain updated compliance tools, including checklists, templates, and engagement letters.


• Prepare client reports and documentation, proactively addressing compliance issues and providing regular updates on engagement progress.

Qualifications

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred; unlicensed candidates with at least 3 years of practical accounting and tax experience will be considered if a suitably experienced CPA is not available.


• At least 3 years of relevant experience, including experience as an engagement in-charge, team lead, or direct supervisor.


• Meaningful experience (2+ years) in a Big 4 accounting firm (SGV & Co., KPMG R.G. Manabat & Co., Isla Lipana & Co./PwC, Deloitte) or another large, reputable audit and advisory firm.


• Candidates from a Tax practice background are strongly preferred over Audit-only experience, given this role's heavy BIR-facing scope. Senior-level candidates, not yet at Manager level, are welcome to apply.


• Strong working knowledge of Philippine Financial Reporting Standards (PFRS, including PFRS for SMEs), BIR regulations, and current issuances (RRs, RMOs, RMCs).


• Direct experience handling BIR audits, LOAs, or tax assessments is a strong advantage.


• Some experience leading, coaching, or reviewing the work of junior staff, whether as a direct supervisor or as an engagement in-charge. Candidates without formal direct-report experience are welcome; this will be actively supported during the ramp-up period.


• Strong written communication skills, with the ability to draft technical memos, protest letters, and client-facing advisory notes.


• Comfortable representing clients in direct, sometimes adversarial, discussions with BIR examiners and revenue officers.


• Adaptable to an SME environment. HMB is a 15-person firm, not a Big 4 practice: there is no bench of associates to delegate to and no dedicated learning and development function, and the Supervisor will do hands-on work personally, not only review it.