Tax Manager - Food Manufacturing

We are looking for a seasoned and proactive Tax Manager to lead and coordinate all tax-related functions for our Food Business operations in Vietnam. This role is pivotal in ensuring full compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, supporting smooth business operations, and managing key interactions with government bodies and partners. Responsibilities span across tax compliance, licensing, land matters, contract management, and governmental engagement.

Primary Responsibilities:

1. Tax Compliance & Regulation Oversight

• Supervise tax obligations including VAT, PIT, customs duties, and other relevant taxes across all business units and sites in Vietnam.

• Monitor legislative and regulatory updates that could affect business practices.

• Create and enforce internal processes to ensure conformity with Vietnamese tax regulations and legal mandates.

2. Licensing & Regulatory Filings

• Coordinate the acquisition and timely renewal of operational licenses, regulatory approvals, and registrations for the Food Business.

• Maintain a central system to track the status and validity of all required documents.

3. Land Rights & Property Coordination

• Manage matters related to land use rights, leasing contracts, and property documentation.

• Interface with local authorities and property owners to address and resolve disputes or concerns.

4. Contract Administration

• Draft, analyze, and revise commercial agreements including service contracts, supplier terms, and partnership arrangements.

• Ensure that contractual terms are legally sound and structured to protect the company’s interests.

5. Government Liaison

• Build and sustain productive relationships with regulatory bodies and local government agencies.

• Serve as the company's main contact point for compliance and legal discussions with external entities.

6. Documentation & Reporting

• Organize and maintain a comprehensive archive of compliance and legal correspondence.

• Provide periodic compliance and legal activity reports to the executive team.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related discipline.

• Solid experience in tax leadership roles, preferably within manufacturing or FMCG sectors.

• Deep understanding of Vietnamese tax laws, business regulations, and compliance practices.

• Skilled in reviewing and negotiating contracts.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills in both Vietnamese and English.

• Capable of working independently while contributing effectively within cross-functional teams.

• Highly detail-oriented with excellent analytical thinking.