Tax Associate

On-site - Taguig 1-3 Yrs Exp Diploma Full-time

The Tax Associate serves as the immediate assistant of Tax Manager for all tax matters and is responsible for the tax compliance of FDC and other related entities handled by FDC Accounting. He/she assists in executing and implementing tax strategies and policies that will help deliver maximum tax efficiency while maintaining strict compliance with enacted tax laws and regulations. In addition, he/she works to resolve potential tax problems and proposes corresponding solutions. He/she coordinates with Tax Counsel for tax audit requirements and reconciliations.

Tax Compliance

• Timely prepares and accurately files and pays the taxes.
• Prepares tax calculations, tax reports, applications, and tax returns for filing, payment, and submission with regulatory bodies and other external parties (BIR, LGU, External Auditors, etc).
• Reconciles tax balances in the accounting records (general ledger, trial balance, financial statements) and reconciles with tax returns (tax returns and certificate of creditable withholding taxes) to ease the process in reviewing the Tax Deficiency in cases of Tax Assessment/s.
• Prepares the annual computation of gross receipts to be filed to the local government and its reconciliation against VAT returns and Gross Revenue certification as of year-end, monitoring and submission of requirements, filing, and payment of business permits in LGU.
• Promptly obtains tax assessment to avail of the early payment discounts for certain taxes (real property taxes, interest on final tax assessments).
• Prepares the annual registration and submission of computerized books of accounts (registered books under Computerized Accounting System/CAS).
• Monitors the appropriate use, handling, requisition, and registration of BIR issued receipts (Official receipts, Acknowledgment receipts), sales invoice, service invoice, billing statement, and other applicable documents, including coordination with accredited printers and obtaining.
• Attends tax updates, regulations, and tax compliance processes and ensures that tax regulations and policies are documented and complied.

The key functions on tax compliance apply to the following tax types:

• VAT
• Withholding tax (Expanded, Final, Compensation)
• Income tax
• DST
• CGT
• Registration fees
• Local government taxes such as business taxes, LGU permits
• Real property tax
• Other applicable taxes, reports, etc. (inventory list, books of accounts)

Tax Audits and Assessments

• Monitors the status of tax audit, applies timely coordination of the audit with the Tax Counsel, and ensures strict compliance and response to BIR assessments.
• Prepares the documentary requirements, supporting vouchers and contracts, and other proofs to substantiate the tax issues.
• Prepares reconciliation of tax schedule and related reports for review of Tax Manager.
• Liaises, assists, and monitors the documents for signature such as waivers, petitions, testimonials, etc.
• Prepares computation of tax savings.
• Coordinates with BIR, Independent CPA (ICPA), Tax Counsel, and External Advisors in handling tax audits.
• Prepares tax computation required in petition drafts and replies to BIR correspondences, and provides necessary recommendations to Tax Manager.
• Organizes tax files and notices.

The key functions on tax assessments apply to the following audits:

• BIR Audit
• Court of Tax Appeal or CTA case/s
• Bureau of Importation Audit
• Business Tax Audit/LGU

Tax Planning, Related Party Transaction, and Other Tax Reporting

• Complies with the requirements in the annual tax review of SGV Tax Team.
• Prepares the presentation of critical tax issues for review of Tax Manager.
• Studies new Tax Laws, Rules, and Regulations (includes attending trainings and seminars) to ensure company's compliance with the new tax laws that are applicable. Prepares the draft of Related Tax Memos (seminar to be conducted as needed) and submits to Tax Manager for approval.
• Prepares the projected tax computation for budget and 5-year forecast to foresee any future tax impact such as expiration or possible application of NOLCO, utilization of creditable withholding taxes, and other tax simulation activities required for fundraising activities.
• Prepares the tax study of recommendations for future roll-out after a careful study of tax issues, e.g. disposition of issues on non-tax or business expenses, optional standard deduction, etc.
• Assists in providing requirements during the transition from CAS permit applications of the current accounting system to the new ERP, as needed.
• Prepares the electronic reporting requirements for E-receipting, and other electronic submissions to be required by the BIR.

Related Party Transactions (RPTs) and Other Tax Reporting

• Prepares the periodical reports on related party transactions for reporting to the BIR and SEC (BIR 1709) on an interim and year-end basis.
• Prepares the Annual Tax Summary required by RR 15-2010 disclosed and filed together with the AFS.
• Prepares reports and recommendations on proper take-up and tax implications of RPTs.

Transfer Pricing

• Checks and reviews the transfer pricing documentation or TPD.
• Coordinates with External Advisors and internal finance heads to obtain updated TPD every two years or as necessary.

Others

• Assists in internal tax advisory services and support on business operation matters.
• Conducts status meetings to ensure that the team is on the same page with the goal of the department, to address certain issues that need to be cascaded to Accounting and Tax Head. In some cases, organizes meetings with related entities to promote uniformity and consistency in the application of tax rules and policies.
• Identifies and mitigates tax risks by developing or implementing best practices.
• Coordinates with other departments and other entities regarding various tax matters.
• Ensures that tax policies are implemented, monitored, and documented.
• Implements proper tax filing system, initiates and monitors the organization of tax files to be useful for tax audit.
• Entertains transactional queries concerning tax issues from staff and other departments/sections, subsidiaries, affiliates, and auditors (e.g. VAT remitted for contracts and response to access letters from BIR).
• Renders other related tax services as needed from time to time.

• Graduate of BS Accountancy
• Preferably CPA
• With minimum 2 years of relevant experience in taxation accounting, tax compliance, and all types of tax returns. Preference given to those with experience in handling tax audits or conducting tax audits.
• Experience in BIR, BOI, LGU, and other statutory regulatory requirements.
• Experience in BIR Audit.
• Advanced skill in Microsoft Excel.
• Proficient in CAS.
• Knowledge in Financial Analysis and Reporting.
• Experience in conglomerate company or related industries.
• Effective business communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal, people management, and development skills.
• Conversant with existing corporate and business tax laws and regulations.
• Can interpret tax requirements, procedures, and compliance; and can anticipate its implications and impact on the business.
• Capable of communicating to all levels of the organization to express ideas clearly.
• Can manage various projects simultaneously.
• Ability to think strategically and see the bigger picture.
• Well-developed IT skills (including word processing, databases, spreadsheets, and presentations).
• Ability to assess and make effective decisions under pressure in complex situations.

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