Key Responsibilities:
Tax Compliance & Reporting
- Prepare, review, and file corporate tax returns in accordance with local tax laws and regulations.
- Ensure timely submission of VAT, withholding tax, and other statutory filings.
- Maintain accurate tax records and documentation for audits and compliance checks.
- Monitor changes in tax legislation and assess their implications for the business.
Tax Planning & Advisory
- Provide strategic tax planning to optimize the company's tax position while maintaining compliance.
- Advise management on tax-efficient structures for transactions, investments, and business expansions.
- Identify tax-saving opportunities and minimize tax risks.
Audit & Risk Management
- Coordinate and support internal and external tax audits.
- Prepare audit documentation and respond to queries from tax authorities.
- Ensure strong internal controls related to tax processes and compliance.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with Finance, Accounting, and Legal teams on tax matters.
- Support month-end and year-end closing processes, including tax accruals and provisions.
- Provide guidance to junior team members and help enhance overall tax function performance.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (Master's degree is a plus).
- Professional certifications such as CPA, CMA, or CTA preferred.
- 57+ years of experience in corporate taxation, preferably in a multinational or reputable audit firm.
- Strong knowledge of VAT, corporate tax, transfer pricing, and international tax concepts.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Proficiency in accounting systems and tax software.
