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