About this role
Ensure the organization is prepared for scheduled and impromptu audits and provide auditors with all the information they may need. Conduct tax/compliance risk assessment and keeping an eye on any legislative changes to maintain Expeditor’s compliant position.
Tax Compliance :
Develop the organization’s tax compliance program to ensure all internal practices adhere to applicable laws, regulations and policies.Review and management of the filing and payment of tax returns for income tax, withholding taxes, payroll taxes, Value-added Tax (VAT), and other taxes with the BIR.Review and submission of reportorial requirements to the BIR and other regulatory agencies.Securing of licenses and permits from regulatory agencies such as BOC, DTI, MIAA and the SEC.Application of business permits and payment of local business taxes and real property taxes with the local government units (LGUs)Application of tax treaty reliefs and residency certificates for preferential tax availments.Preparation and review of Transfer Pricing Documentation (TPD) in coordination with external accounting firm.Registration and retirement with LGUs and BIR of all business branches.Overall management of tax accounting, corporate tax reporting, and document archiving.Inspect legal means of reducing tax liability and analyze income tax deductions.Participate in the creation and implementation of the organization’s tax strategy and guidelines.Manages and ensures company’s use and compliance with tax incentives with PEZA and its regulations.Provide assistance and tax expertise for internal company clients on tax-related queries.Leads major tax-relevant projects/initiatives.Tax Audits/Cases/Refunds :
Management and coordination with external legal consultants for the efficient closure of BIR tax audits and local tax inspections and investigations, including cases pending with the courts.Responsible for overall management of VAT refunds with the BIR.Responsible for official correspondences with the tax authorities and regulatory agencies in matters of tax compliance and registrations/accreditations of the Company.Tax Planning and Support/Risk Management :
Conduct research and study on tax minimization and tax efficiency initiatives and management of any tax exposure of the company.Provides tax update, advisories and tax trainings for the employees.Compliance:
Review company internal controls, specifically the Fınancıal Process Control Documentation.Promote compliance in diligently following all company policies and regulations and in being the role model of integrity and pride for all employees.Proactively communicate with the team to ensure continuous awareness and understanding of policies and regulations.Maintain a positive relationship with the Trade Compliance Manager and support all compliance efforts and trainings.Culture:
Proactively promote the company’s 10 cultural attributes: Appearance, Attitude, Confidence, Curiosity, Excellence, Integrity, Pride, Resolute, Sense of Humor, and Visionary.Systems:
Be open to implementing new system changes and enhancements into your department. Be involved and suggest system/process improvements.Set the tone of this environment within your department.Systems:
Be open to implementing new system changes and enhancements into your department. Be involved and suggest system/process improvements.Set the tone of this environment within your department. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND BEHAVIOURS:
Knowledge:
Strong Accounting and Finance knowledgeExpertise in Local Tax LawsGlobal Logistics Industry knowledgeSkills:
Proficient in MS Office, including Excel Formulas and Pivot TablesStrong organizational and analytical skills with an attention to the details.Fluent in EnglishEffective interpersonal skills, including proven abilities to listen, comprehend, effectively communicate clearly and concisely to financial persons as well as non-financial persons at all levels from Operations to Senior Management to obtain positive results.Proven leadership attitude and skillsAbility to drive through change.Ability to work with cross-functional teams, Accounting, Product, Sales, Account Management and LegalReport writing and Analytical skills.Behaviours:
Emotional resilienceSelf-reflecting and open to feedbackInitiative and ability to work in autonomyRole model of integrity and pride for all employeesProven leadership attitude and backgroundProfessional appearance and attitudeReliable and accurateBeing supportive of changeTaking initiative and working in autonomyBeing an advocate of Expeditors culture at all timesBeing approachable and proactiveEducation and Experience:
4 + years of accounting specific qualification and taxationCPA is an advantage Expeditors offers excellent benefits:
Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick TimeHealth Plan: MedicalLife InsuranceEmployee Stock Purchase PlanTraining and Personnel Development ProgramGrowth opportunities within the company