Tax Manager

Summary of Primary Job Responsibilities:

• Responsible for all tax matters in the Philippines both direct and indirect taxes, compliance and planning, tax accounting, and controversy in coordination with Global Tax 
• Manages and ensures company’s use and compliance with tax incentives with Philippines (PEZA)
• Oversight and compliance with PEZA regulations
• Manages tax audits and controversies
• Ensure compliance of tax reporting requirements set forth by government agencies in the Philippines
• Leads major tax-relevant projects/initiatives
• Assist the Global Tax Group in the preparation and completion of US tax reporting requirements under ASC 740 of US GAAP
• Managing all transfer pricing matters for the Philippines and coordinating with Global Tax;
• Assisting with planning and effecting tax strategies for the Philippines
• Provide assistance and tax expertise for internal company clients on tax-related queries
• Depending on the candidate - potential for expanded role in other Asia Pacific regional matters

Education:  College Degree – emphasis in taxation and accounting

Experience Target:  At least 7 years of related experience with Big Four or large multinational organizations. Preferably a combination of both.

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:

• Expertise in local tax laws
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams, Accounting, Treasury, Legal as well as Commercial teams to accomplish company goals
• Decision making
• Spreadsheet skills
• Analytical skills
• Report writing

Travel Required:

• 40% local travel to meet with government agencies
• Occasional international travel