Indirect Tax Associate

🇵🇭Remote - Manila, Philippines₱240K–₱360K/yri6h ago

Corporate Finance Tax Compliance Indirect Tax Finance Operations Process Improvement Cross Functional Collaboration

Role Snapshot

The Indirect Tax Associate supports global indirect tax compliance, including VAT and sales tax filings, while streamlining tax processes through technology. The role helps keep the company compliant and supports its treasury strategy and international expansion.

Key Responsibilities: Prepare and file indirect tax returns on time, gather financial data and records for tax calculations, support tax technology research, improve O2C tax processes with cross-functional teams, and assist with audits and tax rule monitoring.

Skills & Tools: Strong knowledge of indirect taxation (VAT, sales tax), attention to detail, analytical and research skills, familiarity with tax technology, and the ability to collaborate across Accounting, AR, AP, Collections, and Legal.

Qualifications: Relevant degree in accounting, finance, or taxation, with prior experience in indirect tax compliance, ideally in a multinational or Big Four environment. Experience with tax audits and tax automation tools is a plus.

Location: Remote - Manila, Philippines

Compensation: ₱240K–₱360K/yr (estimated)

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Job Description

Tax Department Role: Our tax team keeps the business compliant and helps it build an optimum treasury strategy for its worldwide operations. They manage day-to-day tax operations, support expansion into new countries, and structure legal entities and M&A deals efficiently. By adapting to the complex tax processes and strategically managing outflows, they help the company smoothly navigate changing global tax rules.

New Associate’s Responsibilities: This role primarily focuses on managing global tax compliance, streamlining tax processes with better use of technology, and building stronger partnerships with other teams across the company.

Collaboration: In this role, the Associate will work closely with the Indirect Tax team as well as cross-functional partners, including Accounting, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Collections, and Legal.

Responsibilities:

Assist in the preparation and filing of indirect tax returns (e.g., VAT, Sales tax) accurately and within deadlines.
Collate financial data, documents, and records required for tax calculations and filings.
Support the research and implementation of tax technology solutions.
Collaborate with other teams to improve the tax process in the O2C cycle.
Support the team in the research and analysis to identify tax opportunities and reduce potential risks.
Lead the discussions with tax authorities during the tax audits and assessments.
Support the team in keeping track of changes to the tax rules.