Job description
Join uhomes.com as an Accounting Associate - Tax Officer and become a pivotal part of our finance team in Quezon City. This role focuses on tax compliance across the Philippines, ensuring accurate and timely tax filings, meticulous record-keeping, and proactive tax governance that supports business growth.
As Tax Officer, you will oversee end-to-end tax processes, collaborate with across-the-organization teams, and stay ahead of regulatory changes. You will play a hands-on role in preparing and reviewing VAT, income tax, withholding tax, and other local tax obligations, while maintaining robust documentation to support audit readiness and regulatory compliance. You will be expected to meet tight deadlines, communicate findings clearly to management, and drive continuous improvement in tax workflows to optimize efficiency and minimize risk.
Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, analytical, and comfortable working with accounting software and Excel. A strong foundation in Philippine tax regulations and experience in tax accounting will help you excel in this role.
Responsibility
- Manage end-to-end tax compliance for the business, including monthly, quarterly, and annual tax filings with BIR and other relevant authorities.
- Prepare and review VAT, income tax, withholding tax, and local business tax computations; ensure timely payment and accurate remittances.
- Maintain organized tax records, schedules, and supporting documentation; reconcile tax ledgers with the general ledger.
- Coordinate with internal teams (Finance, Accounting, Procurement) to gather information for tax filings and resolve tax-related discrepancies.
- Monitor changes in Philippine tax laws; assess impact on business operations; implement process improvements to maintain compliance and optimize tax positions.
- Support tax audits and inquiries; liaise with government agencies and external auditors; prepare management reports on tax performance.
- Assist in tax planning initiatives to minimize risk and optimize tax efficiency.
Qualification
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Professional certification (CPA) is preferred.
- 2+ years of experience in tax accounting or tax compliance in the Philippines.
- Strong knowledge of Philippine tax laws (BIR, VAT, withholding taxes, local taxes).
- Proficiency in accounting software and advanced Excel; experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) is a plus.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and attention to detail.
- Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills; ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.