Tax & Compliance Head (CPA)

JRS Business Corporation; Pasig; In loco; PHP 1.200.000 - 1.800.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

JRS Business Corporation in the Philippines seeks a Senior Tax & Compliance Lead to ensure strict adherence to BIR laws, LTAD rules, and CAS regulations across all branches. You will guide tax planning, oversee return preparation, and drive improvements to accounting processes.

As the point person for BIR audits, you will coordinate with internal teams and external advisers, develop checklists, and supervise staff to maintain accuracy, timeliness, and regulatory compliance.

Competenze

• Experience in filing and reviewing BIR returns (VAT, EWT, income tax).
• Strong knowledge of BIR rules, LTAD and regulatory requirements.
• Proven ability to lead audits and implement corrective actions.
• Experience developing internal controls and CAS compliance.
• Leadership of tax/compliance staff and cross-branch coordination.

Mansioni

• Ensure timely filing of BIR returns and compliance with LTAD requirements.
• Lead CAS compliance readiness, implementation, and report validation.
• Review tax computations and reconcile with GL balances.
• Coordinate with accounting manager for corrective actions and updates.
• Develop checklists and manuals for updated tax practices across branches.
• Oversee audits by BIR, external auditors, and LTAD.
• Provide guidance on tax exposure, risks, and opportunities.
• Supervise and mentor tax staff to meet deadlines and quality.

Conoscenze

Tax compliance

BIR audits

CAS compliance

Internal controls

Staff supervision

Regulatory knowledge

Strumenti

CAS software

Descrizione del lavoro

You will be responsible for ensuring 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. You will review, recommend, and implement corrections to current accounting practices to align with statutory, regulatory, and industry best practices.

Duties & Responsibilities:

1. Tax Planning & Compliance

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

2. CAS (Computerized Accounting System) Compliance

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

3. Review & Approval

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

4. Advisory & Updates

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

5. Audit Handling

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

6. Coordination & Reporting

• a. Coordinate with GL and Bank Reconciliation sections to ensure consistency of tax data.
• b. Prepare monthly and quarterly tax compliance reports for the Accounting Manager and Management.
• c. Ensure that taxes withheld/collected from 430 branches nationwide are properly remitted and recorded.

7. Team Supervision & Development

• a. Supervise and mentor tax compliance staff/analysts.
• b. Provide guidance on technical issues, new regulations, and best practices.
• c. Ensure team performance is aligned with deadlines.
• d. Provide technical guidance to accounting staff on tax matters.
• e. Conduct training sessions to update the team on CAS usage, BIR compliance, and audit readiness.

8. Oversight & Support

• a. Supervise and guide staff under assigned section(s), ensuring accuracy and timeliness of their work.
• b. Assist in the preparation of financial reports, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• c. Support the Accounting Manager in projects and initiatives
• d. Perform other tasks that may be assigned from time to time.