Assistant Manager – Taxation, Regulatory Compliance and Accounting job opportunity at DHL.

Bachelor's (B.Sc.)

Colombo, Sri Lanka

Colombo....Sri Lanka

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ARE YOU PASSIONATE ABOUT TAXATION & EAGER TO MAKE AN IMPACT IN A DYNAMIC GLOBAL COMPANY? JOIN OUR FINANCE TEAM! The Assistant Manager – Taxation will be responsible for managing the company’s overall tax function, including compliance, planning, and reporting for both direct and indirect taxes in Sri Lanka. The role ensures full adherence to statutory requirements while effectively managing tax risks and optimizing the company’s tax position. This position will also serve as the key liaison with the Inland Revenue Department (IRD), external tax advisors, and auditors. Key Responsibilities Prepare, review, and file all direct and indirect tax returns accurately and on time, ensuring compliance with statutory and reporting requirements, including local and international Financial Report Standards Liaise with the Department of Inland Revenue (IRD), external auditors, and consultants on all tax-related matters, audits, and assessments. Provide tax planning and advisory support to management by evaluating the tax implications of business decisions, transactions, and new projects to optimize the company’s tax position. Conduct tax research and develop effective strategies to minimize tax exposure while ensuring compliance with local and international tax regulations. Maintain accurate documentation and records of all tax workings, reconciliations, and submissions, and ensure timely resolution of queries, appeals, and compliance matters. Required Qualifications & Skills Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Fully or partially qualified in CA Sri Lanka, ACCA, or CIMA. Minimum 4–6 years of experience in taxation, preferably within a multinational or audit firm. Strong knowledge of Sri Lankan tax laws and Inland Revenue procedures. Experience in managing corporate tax computations, compliance, and reporting. Proficiency in MS Excel and ERP systems. Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Location - Peliyagoda, Sri Lanka If you are up to the challenge, send your CV to [email protected] within 14 days of this advertisement, mentioning the email subject as “Assistant Manager – Taxation, Regulatory Compliance and Accounting”. (Please note that only candidates who have been shortlisted will be notified)