Tax and Compliance Officer

Location: BGC, Taguig City

Company: McCann Worldgroup Philippines

About the Role

We are looking for a Tax & Compliance Officer who will play a critical role in ensuring the organization's tax compliance, regulatory obligations, and audit readiness across multiple entities.

This role requires strong technical tax expertise, excellent stakeholder management skills, and the ability to navigate complex tax and compliance requirements while supporting business operations. The successful candidate will serve as a key partner to Finance, external auditors, government agencies, and business stakeholders to manage tax risks and ensure full regulatory compliance.

What You'll Be Responsible For

Tax Compliance & Regulatory Reporting

• Prepare, review, and file accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual tax returns, including:
  • Income Tax
  • Value Added Tax (VAT)
  • Withholding Taxes
  • Final Taxes
  • Documentary Stamp Tax (DST)
  • Other applicable tax returns and regulatory reports
• Ensure complete compliance with Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) requirements, deadlines, and tax mapping activities.
• Monitor changes in tax laws, regulations, and BIR issuances, and assess their impact on the business.
• Support the preparation of tax-related disclosures, schedules, and computations required for financial reporting.
• Analyze tax implications of contracts, transactions, and business initiatives.

Tax Audit Management

• Lead and manage end-to-end BIR tax audits, including:
  • Preparation and submission of documentary requirements
  • Account reconciliations and supporting schedules
  • Coordination and representation during BIR discussions and meetings
  • Resolution of tax audit findings and compliance matters
• Partner with internal and external auditors on tax-related reviews and inquiries.

Advisory & Stakeholder Management

• Guide on tax-related matters to internal stakeholders, suppliers, customers, and employees.
• Collaborate with regional tax teams, consultants, legal counsel, regulatory bodies, and government agencies on tax compliance requirements and issues.
• Participate in tax-related projects, including tax planning initiatives, tax refund claims, and due diligence activities.

Compliance Documentation & Process Improvement

• Drive the collection and completion of BIR Form 2307 from clients to support accurate tax reporting.
• Ensure completeness and accuracy of vendor accreditation and supporting tax documentation.
• Maintain organized, up-to-date tax records, schedules, and compliance databases.
• Recommend process improvements that strengthen compliance controls and minimize tax exposure.
• Support business permit applications and renewals, and monitor real property tax obligations.
• Perform tax-related account reconciliations and analysis of general ledger accounts.

What We're Looking For

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy
• CPA designation is highly preferred
• At least 3-6 years of experience in taxation, compliance, or corporate tax reporting.

Non-Negotiable Experience

• Hands-on experience in preparing, filing, and submitting monthly, quarterly, and annual tax returns and reports to the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR)
• Proven experience managing end-to-end BIR tax audits, including document submissions, tax reconciliations, audit support, and direct coordination with BIR representatives

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of Philippine taxation and BIR regulations
• Experience working with SAP or similar ERP systems
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
• Strong financial analysis and reconciliation skills

Success in This Role

You'll thrive in this role if you can:

• Consistently meet tax and regulatory deadlines with accuracy
• Confidently manage BIR audits and compliance requirements
• Build strong working relationships across internal and external stakeholders
• Identify tax risks proactively and recommend practical solutions
• Balance attention to detail with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment