AkzoNobel Vietnam ★ 4.1

Purposes:

Main purpose of the job is to optimize the tax position of the companies in Vietnam, compliant with the law, and in accordance with company’s global business and tax principles, on the basis of a proper regional tax control framework, in a cost efficient way.

Job responsibilities:

- Assist in preparing tax returns, including CIT, FCT, VAT, TP documentation, etc., within agreed timescales, ensuring efficient and risk-managed compliance.

- Provide support for tax audits and inspections conducted by local tax authorities.

- Assist in preparing the tax accounting reports such as deferred tax calculation, tax risk registration, etc.

- Be in charge of preparation for some tax reconciliation reports such as Tax Balance Sheet accounts reconciliation, VAT and CIT revenue reconciliation, etc. to support the country accounting controller in identifying systematic tax issues to ensure sufficient tax declaration.

- Assist in carrying out tax projects to improve benefits/ minimize tax risks where required.

- Keep up to date with changing tax laws, and analyze the implications; Support the update of tax regulations and proposes changes if necessary.

- Liaise with tax authorities for tax related matters (such as profit remittance, tax payment reconciliation, tax payment confirmation, etc.).

- Support the preparation and drafting of official letters and other documents related to tax issues, ensure accuracy, clarity, and compliance with applicable tax laws, regulations, and internal policies.

- Conduct in-depth and well-supported technical research on tax matters.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify potential tax implications and develop effective strategies for compliance.

- Provide advice to the Sales & Marketing team on rebates, sales and promotion schemes regarding tax issues, advice to Customer Services for invoice related issues, proactively resolve tax-related issues.

- Support the preparation, review, and monitoring of data and reports for TAX AUDIT to ensure accuracy and timely completion.

- Perform other duties as assigned by the country accounting controller.

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, Auditing, Law or a related field.

At least 3 years experiences gained in various in-house tax roles.

Experience working with Big 4 firms (PwC, Deloitte, EY, or KPMG) is an advantage.

Hands-on experience in preparing and reviewing tax returns.

Experience supporting tax audits, tax inspections, and dealing with tax authorities.

Strong knowledge of Vietnamese tax regulations.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.

Good communication and stakeholder management skills.

Good command of English, both written and spoken.

Risk-aware and compliance-oriented mindset.