Tax Manager

Asia Select, Inc. (ASI); Biñan; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Asia Select, Inc. (ASI) in the Philippines is seeking a Senior Tax Leader to oversee all tax compliance activities including income tax, VAT, and withholding tax. The role requires a CPA and 4–5 years of relevant experience, with strong knowledge of local tax laws.

You will coordinate with external tax consultants, manage tax accounts, and prepare statutory filings like AFS and GIS, ensuring audit readiness across head office and branches. This position operates on-site in Laguna/Biñan.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, Finance, Taxation, or related field.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
• 4–5 years of experience in tax compliance, accounting, or related function.
• Strong knowledge of Philippine taxation (VAT, withholding taxes, corporate income tax, local taxes).
• Experience coordinating tax audits and engagements with external consultants.
• Strong reconciliation skills and proficiency in Excel; SAP experience is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee tax compliance activities across income tax, VAT, and withholding tax.
• Coordinate with external tax consultants and advisors.
• Manage tax accounts, schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documents for audit readiness.
• Oversee local tax requirements for head office and branch operations.
• Support statutory filings (AFS, GIS) and other government submissions.
• Lead VAT claims, refunds, and related documentation within regulatory requirements.
• Guide transfer pricing documentation and tax health checks.
• Provide tax guidance related to contracts and business decisions.
• Monitor changes in tax laws and communicate impacts to management.
• Collaborate with Finance, Operations, Treasury, and Shared Services to embed tax in processes.

Skills

Tax compliance

CPA

Philippine taxation

Excel

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy/Taxation/Finance

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Job description

• Lead and oversee all tax compliance activities, including the review, reconciliation, and timely filing of income tax, VAT, withholding tax, and other statutory requirements.
• Coordinate with external tax consultants and advisors to ensure compliance with government regulations and reporting obligations.
• Manage tax-related accounts, schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documents to ensure accuracy and audit readiness.
• Oversee local tax requirements, including municipal taxes and compliance obligations for head office and branch operations.
• Support statutory and regulatory filings, including Audited Financial Statements (AFS), General Information Sheets (GIS), and other government submissions.
• Manage VAT claims, refund applications, and supporting documentation while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Lead the preparation and coordination of tax audits, BIR assessments, Letters of Authority (LOA), and tax examinations.
• Support tax initiatives such as e-invoicing implementation, transfer pricing documentation, tax health checks, and process enhancement projects.
• Provide tax guidance and recommendations related to contracts, transactions, operational activities, and business decisions.
• Monitor changes in tax laws, regulations, and BIR issuances and communicate potential impacts to management and relevant stakeholders.
• Partner with Finance, Credit & Collection, Operations, Treasury, and Shared Services teams to ensure tax compliance is embedded within business processes.
• Promote awareness of tax requirements, internal controls, and best practices through knowledge-sharing initiatives.
• Provide functional guidance to treasury personnel to ensure compliance with treasury controls, cash management processes, and financial governance requirements.
• Support the development and implementation of tax strategies that align with business operations and regulatory obligations.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

• You must have a bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, Finance, Taxation, or a related field.
• You must be a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
• You must have at least 4–5 years of experience in tax compliance, accounting, finance, or a related function, preferably within a corporate or multinational environment.
• You must have strong knowledge of Philippine taxation, including VAT, withholding taxes, corporate income tax, local taxes, and BIR regulations.
• You must have experience coordinating tax audits, BIR assessments, Letters of Authority (LOA), and engagements with external tax consultants.
• You must have experience handling VAT claims, refund applications, tax compliance reviews, and statutory reporting requirements.
• You must have strong account reconciliation experience, including tax accounts, balance sheet accounts, and general ledger reconciliations.
• You must be proficient in ERP systems, financial reporting tools, and Microsoft Excel; SAP experience is an advantage.
• You must have strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to identify and resolve tax-related issues.
• You must have excellent communication, stakeholder management, and interpersonal skills.
• You must demonstrate a high level of integrity, attention to detail, and commitment to regulatory compliance.

Work Schedule:

Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM