Taxes and Licensing Officer

Waffle Time Inc.; Iloilo City; On-site; PHP 300,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

Waffle Time Inc. in Iloilo City is seeking a detail-oriented Taxes & Licensing Officer to ensure compliance with tax regulations, business permits, and government licensing obligations.

You will work with BIR, LGUs, SEC, and other agencies, maintaining meticulous records and meeting deadlines. The role requires strong organizational skills, independence, and excellent communication to support multiple departments across the Philippines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field is required.
• Experience with tax compliance, permits, or government regulatory processes is advantageous.
• Familiarity with BIR regulations and government licensing requirements.
• Proficient in MS Office, especially Excel, with strong data accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, process, and monitor tax filings and ensure timely submission of documents.
• Process, renew, and maintain business permits, licenses, and other regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with government agencies such as BIR, LGUs, SEC, and others.
• Maintain accurate records of tax payments, permits, licenses, and compliance documents.
• Monitor compliance deadlines and prepare reports for timely completion.
• Assist in responding to tax-related inquiries, audits, and document requests.
• Review compliance documents for accuracy before submission.
• Coordinate with internal departments to gather necessary documents for tax and licensing.
• Recommend process improvements to enhance compliance efficiency and record management.
• Perform other duties related to tax compliance and licensing as assigned by management.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy / related field

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the role

We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Taxes & Licensing Officer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the company's compliance with tax regulations, business permit requirements, and other government licensing obligations. The ideal candidate has strong organizational skills, a keen eye for accuracy, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines while working closely with different departments and government agencies.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare, process, and monitor tax filings and ensure timely submission of required documents.

• Process, renew, and maintain business permits, licenses, and other regulatory requirements.

• Coordinate with government agencies, including the BIR, LGUs, SEC, and other regulatory offices, as needed.

• Maintain accurate records of tax payments, permits, licenses, and compliance documents.

• Monitor compliance deadlines and prepare reports to ensure timely completion of all requirements.

• Assist in responding to tax-related inquiries, audits, and document requests.

• Review compliance documents for accuracy and completeness before submission.

• Coordinate with internal departments to gather necessary documents for tax and licensing requirements.

• Recommend process improvements to enhance compliance efficiency and record management.

• Perform other duties related to tax compliance and licensing as assigned by management.

About you

• Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy, Accounting Technology, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.

• Experience in tax compliance, permits, or government regulatory processes is an advantage.

• Familiarity with BIR regulations, business permit processing, and government compliance requirements.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

• Strong attention to detail, organizational, and time management skills.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work independently while managing multiple deadlines.