Finance Specialist - Indirect Tax

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Please review our complete list of job postings on our Careers page: https://huron.avature.net/careers/SearchJobs/LocationAseana City, Paranaque City Metro ManilaHours8Workplace policyHybridJob DescriptionWilliam Hill Manila - We Go One BetterLike any great sports team, we’ve been hard at work since we got going in 1934. It’s not by chance we became one of the largest global sports betting and gaming companies, and we’re not relying on luck.Together we’re on a journey to build a better business. With us, you’ll balance flexibility and performance in a culture built on trust. We’ll give you the space to be yourself and the tools you need to protect our customers while they play. We’ll invest in your future to help you develop your unique strengths and build a career that’s right for you. Sound good? Then you belong here.If you have keen interest in taxes and finance, this role might be just for you! As a Financial Specialist – Indirect Tax, you are responsible and accountable for delivering accurate and timely reports and analysis as required by the Group Tax team.The Financial Specialist – Indirect Tax is expected to collaborate with finance and non-finance colleagues across the business, and specifically with the Group Tax team.The role may expand as based with the requirements of the Shared Service Center deliverable requirements.The position will also include requirements to document new methods and procedures as reporting continues to evolve with the business it is supporting.The Finance Specialist – Indirect Tax shall handle the following taxes but not limited to:i.UK VAT;ii.UK gambling taxes and levies – specifically General Betting Duty, Machine Gaming Duty, Remote Gaming Duty and the UK Horseracing Board levy; andiii.Non-UK VAT/GST, gambling taxes and levies, which will include gambling taxes (for example in Gibraltar, Malta, Italy, Spain and Ireland), as well as VAT payable on gambling income.iv.Other indirect taxes that may ariseMain Duties And Responsibilities

• Tax returns and report validation and review

Percent of time spent in this area: 50%

• Assist with the calculation of tax payments as guided by the Group Tax
• Review the tax returns as prepared by the Finance Analyst, submit and file the tax returns for recommendation to the Group Tax on a weekly, biweekly, quarterly, or annual basis or as requested by the Group Tax team
• Assist with providing data/financial information to help respond to queries arising from the tax authorities, including working with overseas advisors
• Assess the reportable transactions and collaborate the inclusion with Group Tax if it is part of the regulatory requirements
• Ensure payment of tax in coordination with Group Treasury
• Liaise with external advisors on the submission and filing of taxes as well as ensure timely resolution for any tax related issues
• Gain sufficient understanding on any new changes or requirements on tax filings
• Prepare reports that may be required for the submission of the tax returns
• General accounting, Tax Analysis, and Issue Resolution

Percent of time spent in this area: 30%

• Review and validate tax entries as required and prepared by the Finance Analyst
• Prepare audit reports as requested from time to time
• Handle reconciliation of balances if necessary and collaborate with various stakeholders for resolution and understanding
• Work with wider finance team to review budget variances of taxes and explain the same
• Manage a network of third party, indirect tax advisors who input into the tax compliance
• Assist with responding to any queries arising from the tax authorities, including supporting external advisors with obtaining factual information and supporting documentation
• Ensure completeness of the database for taxes assigned
• Attend to administrative issues with the filings made
• Project and adhoc activities

Percent of time spent in this area: 20%

• Conduct trainings on Shared Services Tax processes
• Provide technical coaching to Finance Analyst
• Participation in any finance transformation projects
• Lead projects that may be assigned or required
• Update of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Process Manuals and other documents that may be required
• Continuous improvement around data quality and insightful management reporting to ensure real value-add to the business

RequirementsEducationGraduate of any accounting coursePrevious experience5 years’ experience external and internal combined experience in the field of Finance. Understanding of taxation is an advantage (Internal Hire)5 years’ experience working in the field of accounting, finance, or audit.Experience in Taxation is an advantage. (External Hire)Foreign languagesSpeaks English proficientlyProfessional qualification & knowledgeGraduate of BS Accountancy or any related courseCPA qualified or any finance related certification is an advantage but not a requirementSkills & AbilitiesHighly accurate and detail orientated in processes undertaken and work producedExcellent communication skills, both verbal and writtenPreparation of TaxExposure to international working environmentsKnowledgeable in using finance systemsProficient in MS Office application (e.g., Excel, PowerPoint, Word)Thrive in a small team, but also in a larger group environmentAbility ToWork independently without the need for much guidanceRecognise potential issues and make suitable recommendations to resolve the challengeMultitaskThrive in a fast-paced environmentAttention to detailOrganizational skills: Applicants for the tax analyst role must be highly organized individuals with the ability to multi-task and prioritize projects to ensure completion within assigned deadlinesFollow-through skills: This skill is also essential for them to take ownership of projects and see them through to completionExcellent problem-solving skillsSound analytical skills: They require strong analytical skills to create highly detailed tax reports and accurately fill out tax forms