certified public accountant

Job Description: Senior Tax Accountant (Large Taxpayer Specialist)

Position Title: Senior Tax Accountant / Tax Compliance Manager

Location: Davao City, Philippines (On-site / Hybrid)

Employment Type: Full-time

Reports To: Chief Financial Officer/Executive Assistant

About the Role

As our company transitions to Large Taxpayer (LT) status, we are seeking an experienced, proactive, and highly knowledgeable Certified Public Accountant (CPA) based in Davao City.

This pivotal role will lead our transition to the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) Large Taxpayers Service (LTS) / Large Taxpayers District Office (LTDO). You will serve as the primary liaison between our organization and the local Revenue District Office (RDO), ensuring full tax compliance, optimizing tax strategies, and mitigating tax exposure as our operational footprint expands.

Key Responsibilities

1. BIR Large Taxpayer Transition & Liaison

• Lead the official onboarding and administrative transition to BIR Large Taxpayer status.
• Serve as the primary contact for BIR Revenue Officers, RDO officials, and examiners in Davao City.
• Ensure full compliance with BIR rules, regulations, and reporting requirements applicable specifically to Large Taxpayers (e.g., Computerized Accounting System / CAS compliance, eFPS, Electronic Invoicing/Receipting System / EIS).

2. Tax Compliance & Filing

• Oversee and manage the accurate and timely preparation, reconciliation, and filing of all national and local tax returns (VAT, Withholding Taxes, Income Tax, Documentary Stamp Tax, etc.).
• Monitor and analyze updates in Philippine tax laws (e.g., CREATE Act amendments, BIR Revenue Regulations, Circulars, and Local Tax Codes) to ensure proactive compliance.
• Maintain complete, well-organized, and audit-ready tax records, schedules, and workpapers.

3. Audit & Assessment Defense

• Manage end-to-end tax audits, Letter of Authority (LOA) investigations, notices, and assessments issued by the BIR or Davao City LGU.
• Prepare clear, well-supported legal and accounting responses to preliminary and final assessment notices (PAN/FAN).
• Coordinate with external legal counsel or tax advisors when necessary.

4. Tax Advisory & Optimization

• Provide actionable tax planning and advisory services to executive management regarding business expansion, capital expenditure, and operational restructuring.
• Identify lawful tax incentives, deductions, and tax-saving opportunities aligned with BIR and Davao City local regulations.
• Conduct regular internal tax health checks to identify potential exposure areas and implement corrective controls.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education & Certification:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy.
  • Must be a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in good standing with the PRC.

• Experience:

  • Minimum of 5+ years of progressive experience in Philippine corporate tax compliance and strategy.
  • Proven experience dealing directly with BIR Large Taxpayers Service (LTS) or Large Taxpayers District Office (LTDO) is strongly preferred.
  • Prior experience working in a "Big 4" accounting firm or a large enterprise in Mindanao/Davao Region is a major advantage, but not a requirement.

• Technical Skills:

  • Deep knowledge of the National Internal Revenue Code (NIRC), BIR Revenue Regulations, and the Davao City Revenue Code.
  • Hands-on experience with BIR electronic systems (eFPS, eBIRForms, EIS, CAS registration/compliance).
  • Advanced proficiency in ERP software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or QuickBooks) and MS Excel.

• Location: Must be residing in or willing to relocate to Davao City and available for regular on-site coordination with local tax authorities.

Key Competencies

• Regulatory Relationships: Strong diplomatic and professional negotiation skills when engaging with tax authority representatives.
• Analytical Thinking: Exceptional ability to interpret complex tax rulings and assess their financial impact on business operations.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Visayan/Cebuano.
• Attention to Detail: High precision in reviewing numerical data, financial statements, and tax returns.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience and CPA qualifications.
• Comprehensive health and medical benefits (HMO).
• Professional development opportunities and support for continuing professional education (CPE).
• A strategic leadership position during a transformational growth phase for the company.