Tax Specialist

About the role

Avaloq is seeking a motivated Tax Specialist to join its Group Tax team in Manila. You will handle day‑to‑day local tax compliance for the company and support regional tax projects across APAC, ensuring global compliance and informing strategic decisions.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare Philippine tax calculations and periodic returns (corporate income tax, withholding tax, VAT, stamp tax) with required attachments.
• Ensure timely and accurate tax filings and maintain ownership of Philippine tax accounting responsibilities.
• Support Philippine and regional tax audits, inquiries, and tax treaty benefit requests.
• Coordinate with internal finance teams and tax authorities.
• Assist Group Tax with reporting, administrative tasks, and APAC‑wide tax initiatives.

Required profile

• Solid knowledge of Philippine tax laws.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, Business, Economics or related field.
• 1‑2 years experience in a Big Four tax firm or similar in‑house tax role within a multinational environment.
• Strong analytical and planning abilities, hands‑on approach, and excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team.

Required skills

• SAP FI

What we offer

• Opportunity to work with leading financial institutions worldwide.
• Collaborative, supportive, and flexible work environment.
• Exposure to regional tax projects and cross‑border initiatives.