Finance specialist - indirect tax (taxation)WHG Customer Services Philippines, Inc.

Your role in the team
The Finance Specialist is responsible and accountable for delivering accurate and timely reports and analysis as required by the Group Tax team. The role requires understanding and application of the processes as mandated for the role. A knowledge of accounting standards and tax accounting relating to taxation is desirable, but not a pre-requisite as there will be plenty of in-house training.
If you're a team player who's passionate about accounting and taxation then you're exactly the one, we need. We've prepared exciting compensation package for you!
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Tax returns and regulatory report validation and review
Assist with the calculation of tax payments as guided by the Group Tax
Review the tax returns as prepared by the Senior Finance Analyst, submit and file the tax returns for recommendation to the Group Tax on a weekly, biweekly, quarterly, or annual basis or as requested by the Group Tax team
Assist with providing data/financial information to help respond to queries arising from the tax authorities, including working with overseas advisors
Assess the reportable transactions and collaborate the inclusion with Group Tax if it is part of the regulatory requirements
Ensure payment of tax in coordination with Group Treasury
Liaise with external advisors on the submission and filing of taxes as well as ensure timely resolution for any tax related issues
2. General accounting, Tax Analysis, and Issue Resolution
Review and validate tax entries as required and prepared by the Finance Analyst
Prepare audit reports as requested from time to time
Handle reconciliation of balances if necessary and collaborate with various stakeholders for resolution and understanding
Work with wider finance team to review budget variances of taxes and explain the same
Manage a network of third party, indirect tax advisors who input into the tax compliance
Assist with responding to any queries arising from the tax authorities, including supporting external advisors with obtaining factual information and supporting documentation
Ensure completeness of the database for taxes assigned
Attend to administrative issues with the filings made
3. Project and adhoc activities
Conduct trainings on Shared Services Tax processes
Provide technical coaching to Finance Analyst
Participation in any finance transformation projects
Lead projects that may be assigned or required
Update of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Process Manuals and other documents that may be required
Continuous improvement around data quality and insightful management reporting to ensure real value-add to the business
Requirements:
Graduate of Accountancy or accounting-related course.
At least 5 years' experience working in the field of accounting, finance, or audit. Experience in Taxation is an advantage.
Proficiency in accounting software and payment processing tools, preferably in Oracle or Income Access
Highly accurate and detail orientated in processes undertaken and work produced.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Preparation and in-depth understanding of the concepts of taxation
Understanding of the Online gaming business revenue recognition and related cost accounting
Exposure to international working environments.
Knowledgeable in using finance systems.
Proficient in MS Office application (e.g., Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
Thrive in a small team, but also in a larger group environment.
Can work independently without the need for much guidance.
Ability to recognize potential issues and make suitable recommendations to resolve the challenge.
Thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Attention to detail
Organizational skills - applicants for the tax analyst role must be highly organized individuals with the ability to multi-task and prioritize projects to ensure completion within assigned deadlines
Follow-through skills - this skill is also essential for them to take ownership of projects and see them through to completion
Excellent problem-solving skills
Sound analytical skills - they require strong analytical skills to create highly detailed tax reports and accurately review filled out tax forms