Compliance Manager

ABOUT OODC

At One Outsource, our mission is to provide innovative end-to-end business process solutions for our clients' every need. Our experienced team has been dedicated to delivering client success every day for over 20 years.

GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION

The Compliance Manager is responsible for ensuring accurate, timely, and fully compliant tax reporting and filing in accordance with national and local regulations. This role includes preparing tax returns, monitoring tax payments, managing compliance with key government agencies (e.g., BIR and SEC), and supporting both internal and external audits. The Compliance Manager also provides tax planning insights to help management minimize tax risks and enhance tax efficiency.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure full compliance with all governing and regulatory bodies across all CLFG units.
• Prepare and review corporate income tax returns, VAT/GST filings, withholding taxes, and other regulatory tax submissions.
• Manage BIR and LGU audits by coordinating with examiners, submitting required documents, reconciling findings, and drafting official responses.
• Monitor compliance updates and reportorial requirements issued by regulatory agencies.
• Conduct tax update webinars for employees and relevant departments.
• Review tax-related provisions in company contracts.
• Prepare tax forecasts for the company.
• Support tax planning initiatives and recommend strategies to reduce the effective tax rate.

Specific Responsibilities Tax Compliance and Filing

• Prepare and file all required tax returns and reports, including:

a. Value-Added Tax (VAT)

b. Expanded and Final Withholding Taxes (EWT/FWT)

c. Income Tax (Quarterly and Annual)

d. Fringe Benefits Tax, Documentary Stamp Tax, and other BIR requirements

• Ensure timely and accurate submission of BIR reports, tax remittances, and SEC corporate documents.
• Reconcile tax liabilities with general ledger accounts and official receipts.

Tax Audit and Documentation

• Maintain organized documentation and schedules supporting all tax filings.
• Liaise with BIR examiners during audits or investigations.
• Prepare supporting documents, explanations, and responses for tax assessments and correspondence.
• Monitor and resolve discrepancies or issues raised by authorities.

Tax Planning and Advisory

• Provide tax analysis and recommendations for cost-saving and compliance optimization.
• Evaluate the tax implications of business transactions and proposed projects.
• Stay updated on changes in tax laws, regulations, and rulings to ensure continued compliance.

Audited Financial Statement Reporting

• Coordinate with external auditors regarding the company's Audited Financial Statements.
• Work with accountants and bookkeepers to gather required documents within agreed timelines.
• Review tax accounts and propose adjusting entries to correct balances.
• Prepare and review financial statements, ledgers, and reconciliations for all CLFG units.
• Prepare, review, and approve tax returns for employees and CLFG units.
• Payroll Responsibilities

a. Review and approve payroll entries for employees and CLFG units.

b. Process and review commissions, allowances, and incentives.

c. Conduct regular reviews of manual adjustments to ensure accurate compensation and benefits calculations.

Internal Control and Reporting

• Implement and maintain effective tax controls and procedures.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly tax compliance reports for management.
• Coordinate with the accounting team to ensure proper tax treatment of financial transactions.
• Maintain a tax calendar and track all statutory deadlines.

Documents Management

• Maintain a systematic physical and digital filing system for tax and accounting documents, including:

a. Official receipts, sales invoices, and acknowledgment receipts

b. BIR returns, attachments, and payment confirmations

c. Certificates of Tax Withheld (2307, 2316, etc.)

d. Contracts, permits, and tax registration documents

• Ensure secure storage, confidentiality, and accessibility of all financial and tax records.
• Implement document retention and disposal policies aligned with BIR and company standards.
• Support digitization and indexing of financial records for improved efficiency.
• Coordinate with IT or Admin teams for data backup and secure archiving.

Others

• Represent the company in discussions with government bodies as needed.
• Liaise with other departments (e.g., HR, Procurement, Sales) for tax-related data requirements.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior staff on tax documentation and compliance processes.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduate of Accountancy, Business Management, or related field (State University preferred).
• Minimum of 2 years relevant experience in tax accounting or BIR liaison work.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Php40, Php50,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):

• How much is your asking salary?

Experience:

• Compliance Manager : 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) (Required)

Work Location: In person