About the role
Job Description
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.
Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND BEHAVIOURS:
Knowledge:
* Strong Accounting and Finance knowledge * Expertise in Local Tax Laws * Global Logistics Industry knowledge
Skills:
* Proficient in MS Office, including Excel Formulas and Pivot Tables * Strong organizational and analytical skills with an attention to the details. * Fluent in English * Effective 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 skills * Ability to drive through change. * Ability to work with cross-functional teams, Accounting, Product, Sales, Account Management and Legal * Report writing and Analytical skills.
Behaviours:
* Emotional resilience * Self-reflecting and open to feedback * Initiative and ability to work in autonomy * Role model of integrity and pride for all employees * Proven leadership attitude and background * Professional appearance and attitude * Reliable and accurate * Being supportive of change * Taking initiative and working in autonomy * Being an advocate of Expeditors culture at all times * Being approachable and proactive
Education and Experience:
* 4 + years of accounting specific qualification and taxation * CPA is an advantage
Additional Information
Expeditors offers excellent benefits:
* Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick Time * Health Plan: Medical * Life Insurance * Employee Stock Purchase Plan * Training and Personnel Development Program * Growth opportunities within the company