Tax Specialist

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior Tax Specialist to join our client's finance team in Thailand. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing all tax-related matters, ensuring compliance with local regulations, and supporting business operations with effective tax planning and advice. This role requires strong technical expertise in Thai taxation, combined with the ability to operate within an international corporate environment. Key Responsibilities: Ensure full compliance with Thai tax laws and regulations, including Corporate Income Tax (CIT), Value Added Tax (VAT), Withholding Tax (WHT), and other applicable taxes. Ensure all requirements are met to maintain and maximise the company’s Board of Investment (BOI) tax privileges and benefits. Support the Logistics team in resolving customs-related matters and ensuring compliance with applicable customs regulations. Prepare and review tax filings, returns, calculations, and reports accurately and within statutory deadlines. Manage tax audits and act as the key liaison with the Thai Revenue Department on tax-related matters. Provide practical tax advice and guidance to internal stakeholders regarding business transactions, contracts, and operational activities. Monitor changes in Thai tax legislation and regulations, assess their potential impact on the business, and recommend appropriate actions. Support transfer pricing documentation and ensure compliance with requirements relating to intercompany transactions. Coordinate with external tax advisors, auditors, and Group Tax teams on tax compliance and advisory matters. Support tax planning initiatives to optimise the company’s tax position while ensuring full regulatory compliance. Establish and maintain effective tax risk management processes and internal controls to minimise tax exposure. Qualifications & Experience: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Taxation, Finance, or a related field. Minimum 7–10 years of experience in Tax, preferably within a multinational company or Big Four accounting firm. In-depth knowledge of Thai tax laws, regulations, and compliance requirements, including CIT, VAT, WHT, and other applicable taxes. Proven experience managing tax audits and liaising with the Thai Revenue Department and other relevant authorities. Good understanding of international tax concepts, including transfer pricing, intercompany transactions, and cross-border taxation, is an advantage. Professional certification, such as CPA Thailand, is an advantage. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills. Good communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively with internal and external parties. Skills & Competencies: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess complex tax and financial matters effectively. High attention to detail and accuracy, particularly when preparing and reviewing tax calculations, filings, and supporting documentation. Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and consistently meet statutory and internal deadlines. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across different functions and levels of the organisation. Fluent in Thai and English, with strong written and spoken communication skills. Proficient in ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Microsoft Excel.