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This role has the responsibility to lead the Tax Compliance Organization based in Global Business Solutions-Manila (GBS-Manila). The Tax Compliance team’s responsibilities include but not limited to managing tax accounting (journal entries, accounts reconciliation) and tax return filing activities and supporting internal and external audits.
Job Responsibility
Lead the indirect tax and compliance function in accordance with tax principles applied in countries in-scope to optimize minimal scrutiny and audit assessments from jurisdictional reviews of processes and filings
Timely and quality review and submission of tax returns including but not limited to VAT / GST, Corporate Income Tax, Property Tax, and various annual reports
Responsible for managing the execution of monthly / quarterly / annual tax closing and reporting as per US GAAP and ensuring timely and accurate submission of associate journal entries and accounts reconciliation
Review and Approve Journal Entries and Account Reconciliations - High Risk Processes Reviewer, Approver, and 1st level Escalations
Maintain complete and current Tax department policies and procedures. Ensure compliance with GM accounting policies and procedures, internal controls, and external regulatory requirements
Support internal and external audits
Lead and facilitate audits with direct implementation of controls, when applicable, on a post audit basis to prevent future occurrences
Apply knowledge of accounting processes across several components of a specific business area or system. Interpret data to identify and resolve issues. Provide clear reporting of information and analyze data within a business area to identify reporting improvements. Own a highly complex set of processes (e.g. regional scope and multiple cross-functional seams), manage touchpoints and seams, resolve tradeoffs so that the processes deliver sustainable effectiveness and efficiency
Maintain and apply knowledge of indirect taxes and developments that affect the business/country
Develop case for change, regularly communicate on progress and status and lead transition plan for process, organization, systems, and tools
Bring any suspected issues (accounting or control related) forward immediately – work to quickly find solutions to such problem
Adept in managing and engaging a large, diverse group of professionals
ensuring a workplace of choice with growth opportunity for their personnel
Develop appropriate employee goal setting/CAP and development linked to overall GM GBS objectives
Provide guidance and expertise to professional staff, including but not limited to, Accounting Standards, and assistance with regulatory compliance
Driving force behind strengthening working relationships with Controllership stakeholders
Serve as liaison on key engagements undertaken by the business, especially for Controllership stakeholders
Focus on customer service and satisfaction, including developing/ monitoring/ publishing a holistic SLA/KPI performance dashboard and engaging key stakeholders in performance dialogues
Maintain relationships with other engagement teams (GBS/GM Controllership) and monitor teams’ progress against plan and drive performance as required
Lead the team to execute continuous improvements, redefine processes and continually raise the service level provided to our internal business customers
Drive automation & digitization in a professional services environment
Support and execute projects covering Tax Compliance activities
Requirements
5 years of relevant Taxation experience
Certified Public Accountant preferred
Experience working in a multinational organization or working with colleagues internationally is preferred
Demonstrate extensive knowledge in Tax Accounting and Regulations and US GAAP
Working knowledge of SAP and other GM systems as required for the assigned position
Minimum of 3 years supervisory or project management experience
Nice to have
Display on-going commitment to personal and professional development in leading technologies and business acumen
Proficient Leadership Skills - able to manage and groom talents
Advanced Communication Skills – fluent in English, effective and impactful verbal and written communication
Champion for Change Management and Increased Quality
Drive for Excellence and Organizational Results via Active Business Partnership
Highly analytical and problem solver
Flexibility in work night shift, hours to accommodate other countries/time zones