_Are you looking for a supportive and collaborative workplace with great benefits and clear career development? You’ve come to the right place._ **Why choose Manulife?** + Competitive Salary packages and performance bonuses + Day 1 HMO + FREE coverage for your dependents (inclusive of same-sex partners) + Retirement savings benefit + Rewarding culture that values wellness and well-being + Performance Bonus + Global network of industry experts + Extensive training resources **Job Description:** The Tax Specialist role offers a unique opportunity to play a crucial part in ensuring MBPS's compliance with Philippine Tax Laws, directly contributing to the organization's financial integrity and operational efficiency. By maintaining accurate tax records and facilitating timely filings, the Tax Specialist supports our mission of transparency and accountability. In this role, you'll gain valuable experience in tax management, develop expertise in navigating complex tax regulations, and work collaboratively with experienced professionals, enhancing both your technical skills and professional growth. **Position Responsibilities:** + Timely filing and/or payment of PH national tax returns (i.e., Income Tax, VAT, Withholding Taxes, DST, FBT, etc.) with required attachments + Computation of monthly and quarterly tax provisions + Review of the hard copy of documents for VAT refund at the administrative and judicial level, with corresponding reconciliation, as necessary, and preparation of the schedules required for the VAT refund + Assist in handling BIR Audits (i.e., reconciliation of BIR Audit findings; and compilation of required documents to support the reconciliation) + Coordinate with external auditors for the required schedules or supporting documents needed for the completion of the audit + Provide responses to tax-related queries from other department + Maintain monitoring of tax compliance, filing and payment of all tax returns, both National and Local taxes + Prepare / compile documentary requirements for submission to BIR, SEC & LGU’s (e.g., registration updates, AFS, GIS, etc.) + Other duties as assigned **Required Qualifications:** + Typically, 0 to 3 years experience + College graduate with a degree in Accountancy, Finance, or any related course + Knowledge of Philippine Tax Laws and regulatory agency reportorial requirements + Ability to work under pressure and can adapt to changing paces in tax reporting requirements + Proficiency in MS Office specifically in MS Excel + Excellent oral and written communication + Detail oriented and can provide high quality output + Excellent time management skills + Ability to work independently, self-motivated, resourceful, and a team-player **Preferred Qualifications:** + CPA board exam passer is an advantage + At least one (1) year in audit firm/s with specialization in Ta **When you join our team:** + You'll be empowered to advance your career in tax management, gaining valuable expertise and skills. + We will support and recognize your efforts within a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are key priorities. + As a member of our global team, you'll have the opportunity to help shape the future of our organization and make a significant impact in the field of tax reporting and compliance. _Let's make every day better together. Learn about our opportunities at JOBS.MANULIFE.COM_ **Acerca de John Hancock y Manulife** Manulife Financial Corporation es un importante grupo internacional de servicios financieros que ayuda a las personas a tomar decisiones de una manera más fácil y a vivir mejor. Nuestra sede mundial se encuentra en Toronto, Canadá, y operamos como Manulife mediante nuestras oficinas de Canadá, Asia y Europa, y principalmente como John Hancock en Estados Unidos. Brindamos servicios de asesoría financiera, seguros y soluciones de gestión patrimonial y de activos para personas, grupos e instituciones. Para finales de 2022, ya contábamos con más de 40,000 empleados, más de 116,000 representantes y miles de socios de distribución que brindaban nuestros servicios a más de 34 millones de clientes. Para finales de 2022, los activos que gestionamos y administramos fueron de CAD 1.3 billones (USD 1.0 billones), incluidos los activos invertidos totales de CAD 0.4 billones (USD 0.3 billones) y los activos netos de fondos segregados de CAD 0.3 billones (USD 0.3 billones). Cotizamos en las bolsas de valores de Toronto, Nueva York y Filipinas como “MFC” y en la de Hong Kong como “945”. **Manulife es un empleador que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades** En Manulife/John Hancock, valoramos nuestra diversidad. Nos esforzamos por atraer, desarrollar y retener una fuerza laboral tan diversa como los clientes a los que servimos, y para fomentar un entorno de trabajo inclusivo que abarque la fuerza de las culturas y las personas. Estamos comprometidos con el reclutamiento justo, la retención, el ascenso y la compensación, y administramos todas nuestras prácticas y programas sin discriminación por motivos de raza, ascendencia, lugar de origen, color, origen étnico, ciudadanía, religión o creencias religiosas, credo, sexo (incluyendo el embarazo y la lactancia), orientación sexual, características genéticas, estatus de veterano, identidad de género, expresión de género, edad, estado civil, estatus familiar, discapacidad, o cualquier otro aspecto protegido por la ley aplicable. Nuestra prioridad es eliminar las barreras para garantizar la igualdad de acceso al empleo. Un representante de Recursos Humanos trabajará con los solicitantes que requieran una adaptación razonable durante el proceso de solicitud. Toda la información compartida durante el proceso de solicitud de adaptación será almacenada y utilizada de manera congruente con las leyes aplicables y las políticas de Manulife/John Hancock. Para solicitar una adaptación razonable en el proceso de solicitud, envíenos un mensaje a recruitment@manulife.com . Semana de Trabajo Comprimida Híbrido