Tax Manager

The Tax Manager is responsible for overseeing all tax-related activities within the organization, ensuring compliance with Vietnamese tax regulations and international standards. This role also involves strategic tax planning, risk management, and providing expert advice to optimize the company's tax position while maintaining regulatory compliance.

Tax Compliance

• Ensure accurate and timely filing of all tax returns (corporate income tax, VAT, personal income tax, and other relevant taxes).

• Monitor compliance with Vietnamese tax laws and regulations.

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual tax reports.

• Liaise with local tax authorities for audits, inquiries, and compliance matters.

Tax Planning and Advisory

• Develop and implement tax strategies to optimize the company's tax position while ensuring compliance.

• Provide advice on the tax implications of business decisions, contracts, and investments.

• Analyze changes in tax regulations and provide proactive recommendations to mitigate risks or capture opportunities.

Risk Management

• Identify, assess, and manage tax risks, ensuring that they are communicated effectively to senior management.

• Conduct regular internal audits to ensure compliance with tax policies and procedures.

• Maintain proper documentation for tax filings to minimize exposure during tax audits or disputes.

Team Collaboration

• Collaborate with other departments to ensure alignment on tax matters.

• Manage relationships with external tax advisors, auditors, and consultants.

• Train and develop internal teams on tax compliance and regulatory updates.

Reporting and Analysis

• Provide regular reports to senior management on tax performance, risks, and opportunities.

• Conduct financial analysis to evaluate tax impacts on the company’s profitability and cash flow.

• Ensure accurate tax provisioning and accounting in line with local and international financial standards.

Education and Knowledge

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field.

• Tax certification (e.g., CPA, ACCA, or a local tax certificate) is a plus.

Experience

• At least 5-7 years of experience in tax management or a similar role.

• Strong understanding of Vietnamese tax regulations and international tax principles.

• Experience working with multinational companies or large organizations is preferred.

Skills and Abilities

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.

• Good communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

• Proficiency in tax software and financial tools.

• Fluency in English and Vietnamese (both written and spoken).

Other characteristics

• Timeliness and accuracy of tax filings.

• Compliance with all Vietnamese tax regulations.

• Effective management of tax audits with no significant penalties.

• Successful implementation of tax-saving strategies.

• Quality of tax advisory support to other departments.