Assistant Accountant - Tax

Assistant Accountant – TAX

Finance Team · Colombo

Lead tax compliance and strategy across the organization, ensuring regulatory accuracy, effective risk management, and optimized tax planning.

Location: Corporate Office, Colombo 05

Type: Full-Time

Experience: 10+ years

What you'll do

• Ensure timely and accurate submission of VAT, SSCL, APIT, and CIT filings in compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Develop, implement, and monitor an effective tax control framework to identify, assess, and mitigate tax risks.
• Liaise with the Inland Revenue Department and the Tax Appeals Division, representing the organization in tax assessments, settlements, and appeal hearings.
• Oversee tax audits and investigations, ensuring proper documentation, reconciliations, and responses to regulatory queries.
• Manage and review intercompany transactions, ensuring compliance with local tax laws and alignment with group policies, including reviewing intercompany agreements.
• Provide strategic guidance on tax planning and compliance, ensuring optimization within the legal framework.
• Independently manage tax matters for multiple entities, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and compliance across the group.
• Keep abreast of changes in Sri Lankan tax regulations and proactively advise management on potential impacts.

What you bring

• Passed Finalist in CIMA, ACCA, CA Sri Lanka is a must.
• Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, or a related field will be an added advantage.
• 10+ years of experience in a similar role, preferably in the apparel sector.
• Strong understanding of cost accounting and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced MS Excel skills.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills in English.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team in a challenging environment.
• Strong knowledge of local tax laws and a basic understanding of international tax practices.