Tax Compliance Officer

Raemulan Lands; Pasig; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading real estate firm in Metro Manila is looking for a qualified accountant to ensure compliance with corporate tax regulations and assist with financial accounting tasks. The ideal candidate holds a BS in Accountancy, is a Certified Public Accountant, and has at least 5 years of experience in accounting. Responsibilities include filing tax returns, handling audits, and liaising with government agencies. Strong skills in Microsoft Excel and attention to detail are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years work experience in financial accounting and payables.
• 3 years experience in external audit preferred.
• Real estate and leasing industry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely filing and payment of corporate tax returns.
• Manage the application and renewal of business permits.
• Liaise with government agencies on tax issues.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

BS Accountancy

Certified Public Accountant

Job description

Responsibilities

• Ensures timely filing and payment of all corporate monthly, quarterly and annual tax returns and supporting schedules which includes, among others, Value Added Tax, Withholding Tax, Final Tax, DST, and other tax returns that arise during the course of business.
• Handles application and renewal of business permits and monitors real property taxes.
• Ensures compliance of all business units to BIRs tax mapping requirements.
• Timely issuance of Certificates of Tax Withheld (Form 2307)
• Handles tax queries from customers, suppliers, internal personnel regarding tax treatments.
• Provides assistance in the handling of BIR examinations and other special projects (e.g. tax planning, claim for refund and tax due diligence projects).
• Responsible for the response on BIR letter of notices and findings.
• Review tax accounts and proposes entries necessary to correct balances of tax accounts.
• Reviews tax provisions in contracts and if these are appropriate for the transaction being entered into by the Company.
• Liaise with the government agencies, consultants, lawyers on tax related issues.
• Deal with both external auditors and internal auditors and ensure resolution of audit issues
• Maintain master data in the financial system, as assigned
• Coordinate with Corporate Secretary and Company Lawyer to ensure that transactions are supported by corporate and legal documents
• Recommend, implement, and maintain process improvements
• Observe and comply with existing company codes, policies, agreements, rules, and regulations
• Additional duties as directed by immediate manager

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Must be a graduate of BS Accountancy
• Certified Public Accountant
• At least 5 years work experience in financial accounting and payables function or at least 3 years external audit experience
• Real estate and leasing industry experience preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word

Behavioral

• Unquestionable Integrity
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Sense of professionalism and confidentiality
• Strong organizational skills, detail oriented and ability to prioritize
• Strong analytical and communication (verbal and written) skills
• Good influencing and problem solving skills
• Flexible to work hours in order to complete tasks in required timely manner
• Willing and able to work with minimum supervision
• Willing and able to work under pressure
• Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently and work productively in a fast-paced, team oriented environment