Tax & Compliance Officer

Primary DetailsTime Type: Full timeWorker Type: EmployeeThe purpose of this role is to support complex tax accounting and compliance activities, ensuring accurate and timely tax reporting across multiple jurisdictions. The role involves analysing financial data and supporting tax projects. Additionally, this role supports audit and regulatory engagements and drives process improvements to enhance tax reporting efficiency and accuracy. Job Description

Primary Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of the team strategy to enable delivery of overall business targets

• Prepare analysis to support management decision on tax planning and strategy

•Ensure that all processes conducted are documented in a standard format and maintained in an accessible fashion

• Ensure training and knowledge is up to date

• Recommend changes to procedures to improve the management of taxation and compliance risks

• Support the development and further enhancements of projects promoting efficiency in preparation of government reports and compliances

•Provide guidelines to internal stakeholders on proper tax treatment of transactions

• Timely submission of compliance trackers to GSSC Risk and Compliance team

• Close coordination with various business units for documents/information needed to complete the reports/operational compliances

•Timely preparation of accurate tax returns with supporting calculations/schedules that have been properly reconciled with accounting records

• Filing and payment initiation of approved tax calculations through BIR's Electronic Filing and Payment System (EFPS) within timelines

• Preparation and submission of tax packs to Group Tax and Strategy through the Global Consolidation System (GCS)

• Timely preparation and submission of accurate regular and ad hoc reporting requirements and operational compliances of PEZA and BOI

• Secure business permits for all sites within timelines

Required Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy or equivalent combination of education and work experience

Required Experience

• With at least 2 years relevant experience

Required Licenses/Certifications

• Certified Public Accountant

Preferred Competencies/Skills

• Strong skills in spreadsheets, data analysis and reconciliation procedures

• Strong communication skills

• Great attention to details

• Proficiency in MS Office Applications especially in Excel

Preferred Knowledge

• Advance knowledge of local tax laws and regulations

• Knowledge of PEZA and BOI regulations and operational compliances

• Knowledge of LGU requirements and procedures in securing business permits

Global Disclaimer:

The duties listed in this job description do not limit the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the duties normally to be performed in the position or those occasionally assigned outside an employee's normal duties. Our Group Code of Ethics and Conduct addresses the responsibilities we all have at QBE to our company, to each other and to our customers, suppliers, communities and governments. It provides clear guidance to help us to make good judgement calls.

US Only Disclaimer:

To successfully perform this job, the individual must be able to perform each essential job responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential job responsibilities.

US Only: Travel frequency:

Infrequent (approximately 1-4 trips annually)

US Only: Physical demands:

General office jobs: Work is generally performed in an office environment in which there is not substantial exposure to adverse environmental conditions. Must have the ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time. Must be able to operate basic office equipment including telephone, headset and computer. Incumbent must be able to lift basic office equipment up to 20 lbs.

Skills:

Accounting, Analytical Thinking, Communication, Critical Thinking, Financial Data Reporting, Financial Management, Intentional collaboration, Managing performance, Process Improvements, Regulatory Compliance, Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Tax Accounting, Tax Audits, Tax Preparation

How to Apply:

To submit your application, click "Apply" and follow the step by step process.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.

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