Senior Tax Specialist

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 advice 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.