Tax Specialist

PlayTime Entertainment; Taguig; On-site; PHP 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

PlayTime Entertainment in Taguig is seeking a Tax Specialist to ensure timely and accurate tax compliance. You will prepare tax returns, maintain records, calculate liabilities, and collaborate with finance to optimize tax outcomes.

Requirements include a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation or related field, experience with BIR/LGU compliance, and proficiency in Excel and tax software. You will monitor tax law changes, assist with planning, respond to notices, and support audits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, taxation, or a related field is required.
• Experience handling BIR and LGU compliance is required.
• Experience in tax review, preparation, processing and filing.
• Experience conducting tax research and interpreting tax regulations.
• Strong knowledge of applicable tax laws, regulations, and reporting requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and tax preparation or accounting software.
• Ability to handle confidential financial information with integrity.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and file tax returns, reports, and related documentation accurately and on time.
• Calculate tax liabilities, payments, and refunds in accordance with applicable tax laws.
• Review financial records to ensure tax compliance and identify discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate tax records and supporting documentation.
• Monitor changes in tax legislation and assess their impact on the organization.
• Assist with tax planning initiatives to optimize tax efficiency while maintaining compliance.
• Respond to tax notices, inquiries, and requests from government agencies.
• Support internal and external tax audits by preparing required documentation.
• Reconcile tax accounts and assist with month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Collaborate with accounting, payroll, and finance teams to ensure accurate tax reporting.
• Ensure compliance with corporate tax policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Tax compliance

Tax research

Regulatory knowledge

Confidential information handling

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Tax software

Accounting software

Job description

A Tax Specialist is responsible for ensuring timely and accurate tax compliance by preparing tax returns, maintaining tax records, calculating tax liabilities, and staying up to date with changes in tax laws and regulations. The position works closely with finance, accounting, and external agencies to ensure all tax obligations are met while identifying opportunities for tax efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and file tax returns, reports, and related documentation accurately and on time.
• Calculate tax liabilities, payments, and refunds in accordance with applicable tax laws.
• Review financial records to ensure tax compliance and identify discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate tax records and supporting documentation.
• Monitor changes in tax legislation and assess their impact on the organization.
• Assist with tax planning initiatives to optimize tax efficiency while maintaining compliance.
• Respond to tax notices, inquiries, and requests from government agencies.
• Support internal and external tax audits by preparing required documentation.
• Reconcile tax accounts and assist with month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Collaborate with accounting, payroll, and finance teams to ensure accurate tax reporting.
• Ensure compliance with corporate tax policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, or a related field (strictly required).
• Experience in handling BIR and LGU compliance (strictly required).
• Experience in tax review, preparation, processing and filing.
• Experience conducting tax research and interpreting tax regulations.
• Strong knowledge of applicable tax laws, regulations, and reporting requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and tax preparation or accounting software.
• Ability to handle confidential financial information with integrity.