Tax Officer

LaVie; Manila; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

LaVie in Manila is seeking a Tax Specialist responsible for reviewing business units' compliance with national and local tax laws and regulations, identifying tax risks, and recommending corrective actions.

The role also involves assisting in tax audits and assessments by reviewing documents, assessing exposures, reconciling discrepancies, supporting responses to BIR findings, and researching defenses until case resolution.

Qualifications

• Graduate of Bachelor of Science in Accountancy.
• Must be a Certified Public Accountant.
• Minimum two years experience in tax services or Big 4.
• Experience in tax compliance review and audits.

Responsibilities

• Review returns and monitor statutory compliance.
• Evaluate tax exposure and mitigate risk.
• Assist in BIR audits or assessments.
• Support local taxes computation and payments.
• Provide internal tax advisory and process improvements.

Skills

MS Office

Tax knowledge

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor of Science in Accountancy

Certified Public Accountant

Tools

Tax software

Job description

Job Brief

Responsible for reviewing business units compliance with national and local tax laws and regulations, identifying potential tax risks, and recommending corrective actions. The role also involves assisting in tax audits and assessments by reviewing documents, assessing tax exposures, reconciling discrepancies, supporting responses to BIR findings, and researching possible defenses until case resolution.

Job Responsibilities

• Review Of Returns and Monitoring of Statutory Compliance - Responsible for the monthly/quarterly/annual review of returns and computation of taxes due; and monitoring of BUs' statutory compliance with BIR requirements.
• Tax Compliance Review - Responsible for the review, evaluation and monitoring of the compliance of BUs with the existing tax rules and regulations, identify possible tax exposures and recommend action plans to mitigate the risks.
• BIR Audit or Assessment - Assistance in case of BIR audit or assessment.
• Local Taxes Compliance and Monitoring - Assist in the computation, payment and monitoring of local taxes.
• Internal Tax Advisory and Support Services - Provide tax advisory services and support to business units.
• Process Improvements - Initiate project/s to simplify or optimize a process, reduce errors and/or improve tax compliance.

Job Qualifications

• Graduate of Bachelor of Science in Accountancy.
• Must be a Certified Public Accountant.
• Minimum two (2) vears of relevant experience with the big 4 accounting firms, or other firms offering tax services.
• With experience in handling tax compliance review, tax assessments and/or tax advisory services.
• Strong understanding of relevant tax laws and regulations.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office programs.