Tax Assistant

BDO Phuket provides outsourced accounting, outsourced admin, outsourced tax accounting, financial advice, and outsourced CFO services for businesses in Phuket. In conjunction with its fellow office in Bangkok, we are also able to provide auditor, tax and advisory services.

Operating in Phuket for more than 10 years, we have built a strong reputation and a clear international identity, making us “Global in Reach, Local in Touch”.

BDO is a worldwide network that is present in over 165 countries, with approximately 100,000 staff including partners in 1,700 offices worldwide.

We serve clients from a wide range of industries, including but not limited to hospitality businesses, property developers, and boating & yachting.

Overview

As a Senior you will operate as part of the team within the line of service and at times across the practice. You will assist the team in providing quality client services, meeting business objectives, supporting other priorities, as well as supervise Tax Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivery of small tax compliance clients
• Assist in preparation and review of corporate secretarial documents
• Communication with clients requesting information and seeking clarifications
• Assist in preparation of proposal and engagement letter
• Assist with job take on process
• Assist with tax advisory, specifically drafting tax advisory memorandum, email advice, etc.
• Preparation of registration/ application forms and verifying information/documents
• Assist with submission (manual/ online) of application/ documents with Revenue Department, Ministry of Commerce, Board of Investment, and other government bodies.
• Efficient and effective delivery of tasks on time and on budget, and in compliance with quality and risk standards including ISQC1 and firm policies and procedures, and in accordance with exceptional client service
• Assist in coaching and training of Assistants on the job
• Assist in advisory related engagements
• Support business development activities and ensure active on social media platforms
• Commence building a network internally and externally, and staying aware of industry trends

It is expected you will have developed an understanding of the following technical areas:

• Thai Revenue Code, including corporate income tax, personal income tax, specific business tax, value added tax and stamp duty
• Civil and Commercial Code
• Thailand’s income tax treaties
• Preparation and review of tax returns
• Assisting clients with tax audits by the Thai Revenue Department

• New graduate or 1 year of experience in relevant field
• University degree
• Good in English both written and spoken
• Demonstrates accountability for personal development and continuous growth
• Work effectively as part of a team
• Awareness of opportunities for improvement internally and externally, and assistance in digital solutions