Tax Compliance

JRS Business Corporation; Pasig; On-site; PHP 446,400 - 725,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Transportation Allowance

Medical Reimbursement

Government Mandated Benefits

Job summary

A leading accounting firm in the Philippines is seeking a CPA to ensure compliance with tax laws and oversee accounting practices across 430 branches. This role involves filing tax returns, leading CAS compliance, and coordinating with auditors. Ideal candidates should have a 4-year degree in Accountancy, CPA certification, and 3-5 years of relevant experience. The position offers benefits including transportation allowance and medical reimbursement, along with a chance to manage tax audits and compliance effectively.

Qualifications

• 4-year Accountancy graduate, must be CPA.
• 3-5 years of experience in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely and accurate filing of all BIR returns.
• Serve as project lead for CAS compliance readiness.
• Review all tax returns prepared by staff before submission.
• Provide guidance on tax exposure and savings opportunities.
• Prepare necessary schedules for BIR audits.

Skills

Attention to Details

Audit Certified Public Accountant

SAP General Ledger Compliance

Quickbooks General Ledger Accounting

Bill Management

Education

4-year Accountancy graduate, must be CPA

Job description

Job Description

Transportation Allowance, Medical Reimbursement

Government Mandated Benefits

Insurance Health & Wellness

HMO

Maternity & Paternity Leave, Sick Leave, Solo Parent Leave, Vacation Leave

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The CPA ensures strict compliance with tax laws, BIR requirements, and CAS (Computerized Accounting System) regulations, while also acting as the company’s primary lead during BIR audits. The CPA will review, recommend, and implement corrections to current accounting practices to align with statutory, regulatory, and industry best practices.

1. Tax Planning & Compliance

• Ensure timely and accurate filing of all BIR returns (VAT, EWT, Income Tax, Documentary Stamp, etc.).
• Ensure compliance with BIR Large Taxpayer Audit Division (LTAD) requirements and other regulatory agencies.
• Monitor tax calendar and set reminders for deadlines.
• Oversee preparation of schedules and reconciliation of taxes vs. Books.

2. CAS (Computerized Accounting System) Compliance

• Serve as project lead for CAS compliance readiness and implementation.
• Ensure that all reports, invoices, and receipts generated from the CAS adhere to BIR-approved formats.
• Develop and enforce internal controls that ensure all accounting records reconcile with CAS outputs.
• Conduct periodic validation and testing of CAS-generated reports to guarantee accuracy and compliance.

3. Review & Approval

• Review all tax returns prepared by staff before submission.
• Validate correctness of tax computations, ensuring consistency with accounting records and compliance with current tax laws.
• Approve reconciliations between tax reports and GL balances.
• Review current tax and accounting practices across branches to identify outdated, inefficient, or non-compliant processes.
• Recommend updates, corrections, and improvements aligned with current BIR rules, accounting standards, and industry best practices.
• Coordinate with accounting manager for implementation of corrective actions.
• Develop checklists and manuals to ensure consistent application of updated practices across all 430 branches.

4. Advisory & Updates

• Provide guidance on tax exposure, risks, and savings opportunities.
• Assist Accounting Manager in planning transactions to minimize tax liabilities while staying compliant.
• Monitor changes in tax laws, regulations, and BIR issuances.
• Serve as internal consultant on tax and compliance matters for other departments.

5. Audit Handling

• Prepare necessary schedules, reconciliations, and documentary support for BIR audits.
• Coordinate with external auditors, consultants, and lawyers for tax-related concerns.
• Lead internal review of tax-related transactions to ensure compliance and minimize risk of penalties.
• Provide assistance in external audits (BIR audits, external auditors, LTAD compliance).
• Develop controls to strengthen tax reporting and prevent misstatements.
• Act as the point person during BIR audits, coordinating with internal teams, external consultants, and BIR auditors.
• Recommend and implement corrective measures based on audit findings.

Qualifications:

• 4-year Accountancy graduate, must be CPA
• 3-5 years of experience

Audit Certified Public Accountant SAP General Ledger Compliance Quickbooks General Ledger Accounting Bill Management Attention to Details Accounting Software