Job Description

　　TAX COMPLIANCE

　　Aligns and ensures consistent treatment of similar tax matters for all Philippine group companiesKeeps an overview of material tax topics and potential tax risks for all group sectors in the PhilippinesFinal review of Income Tax returnsGRC reporting for tax risks for Philippine entitiesManages tax audit inquires, coordinate between local finance / tax teams and tax advisors, supervise responses, define audit (negotiation) strategy together with tax advisor and align with Global Tax FunctionEnsures implementation of appropriate counter measures in relation to tax audit findingsReviews of local tax reporting (GTC tool)Leads and prepares Pillar 2 reporting and compliancePreparation of local transfer pricing documentation (based on global template)Ensures the correct understanding and implementation of the group tax department policies in the local companiesCOORDINATION AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT

　　Regular communication between Philippine group companies, tax authorities, tax advisors and Group Tax Function on all significant tax mattersReportsto / collaborateswith Group Tax FunctionRegular Jour Fixe with local group companies and Group Tax FunctionServes as first contact in tax related projects for project team, Group Functions or BAInitiates and coordinates of tax driven projects (e.g. reorganizations, corporate measures etc.)Initiates, develops and implements tax-relevant or tax optimization / planning concepts and ideasInitiates tax-related digitalization projectsDefines local tax processes / directivesEvaluates extraordinary events or transactions outside day-to-day business for tax impact upon request of Philippian group companies, as neededLobbying work (e.g. during legislation)TRAINING AND KNOWLEDGE TRANSFER

　　Monitorstax legislation and regulatory developments (Income Tax, VAT, Transfer Pricing, Pillar 2 etc.), evaluate possible relevance for the Philippine entities and communicate accordinglyEstablishes and runs an internal / external training landscape for relevant tax topics and legislation changes for all group sectors in the PhilippinesEnables transparent knowledge exchange between all Philippine tax responsible persons in all group entities as well between local level and Group Tax FunctionAdditional Information

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　　QualificationsBachelor / Master university degree with tax and/or accounting focus3 to 5+ years experience with industry and/or large tax consultancy firms in the field of domestic tax compliance + reporting and, ideally, also in international tax law and tax planningCPA qualification, optionally BIR tax agent certificateStrong knowledge in domestic tax law, especially Income Tax, VAT, withholding taxes, local taxes, and experience with tax compliance and tax audit procedures for corporationBasic understanding of international taxation fundamentals and domestic transfer pricing regulationsProfound experience with tax compliance for PEZA-registered corporationsAbility to organize, prioritize and coordinate multiple tasks and deadlines; capability of working well under time pressureExperienced in project managementCapable of working independently and with limited supervision; ability to take decisionsAbility to work with global teams and to build relationships with several internal and external stakeholdersStrong analytical thinking, strategic mindset and negotiation skillsExcellent written and oral communication skills incl. strong written and spoken English skillsAdvanced experience with MS office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)Ideally, experience with SAP and/or Amana GTCCompany Description

　　We make individual mobility safer, more comfortable and more sustainable. As a partner to the automotive industry, Continental develops and manufactures components, modules and systems. The safety and comfort of road users are at the center of our work. In addition, we develop ever more products which contribute to the protection of the environment by reducing fuel consumption.

　　Continental is one of the five largest automobile suppliers worldwide. Our development centers and production facilities are located where our customers are, so we are always nearby - worldwide. Many of our business units have excellent competitive positions: We are number one worldwide for foundation brakes, safety electronics, telematics, vehicle instrumentation, and fuel supply systems, and number two for electronic brake systems and brake boosters. We are the fourth worldwide for tires and are the European market leader for passenger and light truck tires, winter tires, and industrial tires. Our ContiTech division is the world market leader for foils used in vehicle interiors, conveyor belts, as well as for air springs used in rail transportation technology.

　　The Plant is certified on IATF 16949, ISO 14001, ANSI ESD S.20-2007, IEC 61340-5-1:2007.