Tax Manager

Vivant Corporation; Cebu City; On-site; PHP 800,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Vivant Corporation is seeking a Tax Manager to oversee compliance, planning, and advisory activities in line with Philippine regulations. You will lead a tax team, collaborate with Accounting, and drive improvements in tax processes.

The role requires strong knowledge of BIR regulations, CPA preferred, and at least 4 years in tax management. Excellent communication and leadership are essential for success in this position based in Cebu City, Philippines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, Finance, or related field; CPA preferred.
• At least 4 years of relevant experience in tax management or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of Philippine tax laws, BIR regulations, and LGU requirements.
• Experience in tax compliance, planning, advisory, and BIR audits/investigations.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee timely and accurate tax returns, reports, registrations, and other regulatory compliance with the BIR, LGUs, and authorities.
• Provide tax advisory and technical guidance on business transactions, acquisitions, and other tax matters.
• Lead BIR investigations, tax audits, assessments, and related regulatory engagements.
• Conduct internal tax assessments and develop strategies to enhance compliance and minimize leakage.
• Monitor tax laws and assess their impact on the organization and its transactions.
• Assist in tax planning, budgeting, and development of tax strategies.
• Develop and improve tax policies, processes, controls, and best practices.
• Prepare or review tax position papers and analyses.
• Lead or support tax-related projects and initiatives.
• Collaborate with Accounting and other stakeholders to ensure timely tax compliance.
• Lead, coach, and develop the Tax team.

Skills

Tax compliance

Tax planning

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Communication

Microsoft Office

BIR regulations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy/Finance

CPA preferred

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The Tax Manager oversees tax compliance, advisory, planning, and regulatory requirements to ensure adherence to applicable laws and regulations. The role provides tax expertise to internal stakeholders, manages tax audits and investigations, identifies opportunities to minimize tax exposure and leakage, and drives continuous improvement in tax processes and practices.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee timely and accurate tax returns, reports, registrations, and other regulatory compliance requirements with the BIR, LGUs, and other relevant authorities.
• Provide tax advisory and technical guidance on business transactions, including acquisitions, asset purchases, and other tax-related matters.
• Lead BIR investigations, tax audits, assessments, and related regulatory engagements.
• Conduct internal tax assessments and recommend strategies to enhance compliance, minimize tax exposure, and reduce tax leakage.
• Monitor tax laws and regulations and assess their impact on the organization and its transactions.
• Assist in tax planning, annual tax budgeting, and development of tax strategies and recommendations.
• Develop and improve tax policies, processes, controls, and best practices to strengthen tax compliance and efficiency.
• Prepare or review position papers, tax analyses, and other technical documents on tax issues and audit matters.
• Lead or assist in tax-related projects and initiatives.
• Collaborate with Accounting and other internal stakeholders to ensure accurate and timely tax compliance and resolution of tax concerns.
• Lead, coach, and develop the Tax team while promoting teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, Finance, or a related field; CPA preferred.
• At least 4 years of relevant experience in tax, preferably in a Tax Manager or similar managerial role.
• Strong knowledge of Philippine tax laws, BIR regulations, and LGU requirements.
• Experience in tax compliance, tax planning, advisory, and BIR audits/investigations.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and develop a team.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and accounting/tax systems.
• High level of integrity, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.