Senior Tax Specialist (Expert)

1. Operational & Compliance Management

• Prepare and file periodic tax returns (VAT, CIT, Foreign Contractor Tax, Transfer Pricing, PIT).

• Lead monthly and year-end tax reconciliations and settlements.

• Monitor, manage, assess and advise technical improvement of e-invoice systems and ensure invoices are issued in compliance with changing requirement by regulations.

• Reconcile tax liabilities with local tax authorities and resolve discrepancies.

• Coordinate and support tax audits, financial statement audits, and inquiries from authorities or internal stakeholders.

•  Maintain a robust internal tax compliance framework, including controls and process documentation.

2. Advisory & Strategic Tax Planning

• Provide tax advisory support for new services, business models, promotions, and pricing structures.

• Assess and advise on the tax implications of product or service launches, contractual structures, and commercial arrangements.

• Lead or participate in cross-functional projects on tax automation, compliance enhancement, or system integration (e.g. tax module in Oracle, e-invoice system, internal systems).

• Continuously analyze risks and opportunities from ongoing tax reforms, and update leadership on implications and strategies.

• Evaluate and recommend tax-efficient business structures and intercompany arrangements.

• Build and maintain strong working relationships with local and central tax authorities, including participation in consultations or lobbying activities where applicable.

3. Tax Policy Intelligence & Risk Management

• Proactively track and interpret changes in Vietnamese tax legislation, especially those impacting the digital economy, e-commerce, gig economy, and ride hailing

• Translate evolving regulations into practical business impact assessments and mitigation plans.

• Develop internal alerts, training materials, and update sessions for relevant stakeholders to enhance tax awareness across departments.

• Represent the company’s interests in policy discussions or through industry associations if applicable.

4. Leadership & Team Development

• Lead and mentor a small team of tax accountants, ensuring professional growth and performance.

• Foster a culture of ownership, curiosity, and collaboration in tax and finance operations.

• Collaborate with finance, legal, operations, and product teams to ensure tax-compliant business execution.

•  Ad hoc request/projects as needed.

Candidate Requirements

Must-Have:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in tax advisory, compliance, or audit—preferably with exposure to digital platforms, e-commerce, or ride-hailing.

• Strong understanding of Vietnamese tax system and its practical challenges (e.g., ambiguous laws, frequent reforms, complex administrative procedures).

• Track record of handling tax audits, regulatory inquiries, and compliance projects.

• Solid accounting knowledge; experience with systems (Oracle, e-invoice, etc.) is a plus.

• Strong analytical and communication skills in both Vietnamese and English.

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, tech-driven, and highly ambiguous regulatory environment.

• High level of integrity, ownership, and professional curiosity.

Preferred:

• Big 4 background or experience in international tax consulting.

• Prior exposure to managing stakeholder relationships with GDT or MoF.

• Experience in tax lobbying, public-private working groups, or legal advocacy.

• Familiarity with TP documentation, APA/MAP procedures, and BEPS regulations.

• Certification: CPA, CTA, or equivalent preferred

Ngành nghề: Thương mại điện tử, Kế toán / Kiểm toán

Kinh nghiệm: 5 Năm

Cấp bậc: Nhân viên

Hình thức: Nhân viên chính thức

Địa điểm: Hồ Chí Minh