Andrey M.

Formulated and implemented strategic tax audit approaches, including defense strategies. Reviewed necessary documentation and created reconciliation schedules as mandated by the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) during audits. Identified key audit focus areas and managed interactions with BIR regulators and external stakeholders, such as tax consultants and independent CPAs.

Conducted analysis of BIR issuances and regulatory changes, engaging with team members to ensure compliance. Prepared attachments for income tax returns, including SAWT and BIR Form No. 2307, while ensuring validity and completeness of tax credits through accurate reconciliation. Issued certificates of Creditable Withholding Tax (CWT) to suppliers and supervised the computation of withholding taxes. Addressed tax inquiries from internal teams and external stakeholders, delivering timely and clear guidance. Participated in process enhancements related to the collection and monitoring of CWT.

Conducted tax compliance reviews, tax services, due diligence, and research for clients in various sectors, including PEZA, BPO, logistics, manufacturing, energy, IT, and the fast-food industry. Managed a variety of tax types: income tax, VAT, expanded withholding tax, and local business tax, among others. Supervised staff by coordinating tasks and ensuring output accuracy and compliance. Engaged with a client in the energy sector to reconcile reports against BIR assessments, resulting in a significant reduction of assessed liabilities through diligent analysis and reconciliation. Assisted in a tax litigation case for a VAT refund claim, providing research and documentation support. Additionally, contributed to preparing management reports for Unilever Philippines while seconded to the Records-to-Report department and managed accounts receivable operations, ensuring prompt invoicing and collections. Reviewed aging reports and facilitated the resolution of overdue accounts through proactive follow-up, and coordinated with teams to address billing disputes while overseeing the performance of the accounts receivable team.

Responsible for the accurate and timely preparation of Philippine tax returns and other statutory filings in alignment with BIR regulations. Acted as a strategic partner during tax audits by coordinating with local finance teams and external advisors while reviewing audit documents and responses. Provided insights on complex compliance issues, legislative changes, and specific industry tax treatments to aid in decision-making and risk mitigation. Reviewed transfer pricing documentation and benchmarking studies to ensure compliance. Verified sales and purchase invoices to confirm correct tax formats and VAT treatment, while offering guidance to finance controllers on best practices for documentation. Monitored updates in Philippine tax legislation and regulatory changes to evaluate their impact and suggest tax optimizations. Developed internal tax compliance procedures and SOPs for improved audit readiness.