WE ARE HIRING: Senior Executive – Taxation

Location: Colombo, Sri Lanka
Employment Type: Full-Time
Work Arrangement: Onsite
Industry: Apparel Manufacturing

About the Role

Our client is seeking a knowledgeable and detail-oriented Senior Executive – Taxation to manage direct and indirect tax compliance, statutory reporting, tax computations, and regulatory coordination activities.

The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring compliance with Sri Lankan tax regulations, supporting tax planning initiatives, liaising with regulatory authorities, and maintaining strong governance and documentation standards across all taxation-related activities.

Key Responsibilities

Tax Computation & Reporting

• Prepare quarterly and annual tax computations.
• Assist with deferred tax calculations in accordance with applicable accounting standards.
• Reconcile tax accounts with general ledger balances.
• Support tax disclosures within financial statements.
• Ensure accurate tax reporting and compliance with statutory requirements.

Tax Compliance

• Prepare and submit:

  • Corporate Income Tax Returns
  • VAT Returns
  • Withholding Tax (WHT) Schedules
  • APIT Reconciliations

• Ensure timely payment of all statutory tax obligations.

• Monitor compliance with applicable tax regulations and filing deadlines.

• Support ongoing tax planning and compliance initiatives.

Regulatory & Statutory Coordination

• Liaise with:

  • Inland Revenue Department
  • External Auditors
  • Tax Consultants
  • Banks
  • Regulatory Authorities

• Handle tax-related correspondence, assessments, and inquiries.

• Coordinate information requirements and resolve taxation matters efficiently.

Audit & Documentation Management

• Maintain accurate tax documentation, schedules, and working papers.
• Support tax audits, reviews, and investigations.
• Ensure supporting documents are available for statutory and regulatory inspections.
• Maintain organized records to support audit readiness and compliance requirements.

Export & BOI Taxation

• Manage tax matters related to:

  • Export Sales
  • BOI Operations
  • VAT Exemptions
  • Zero-Rated Supplies
  • Import-Related Tax Documentation

• Coordinate with BOI and other government authorities as required.

• Ensure compliance with export-related taxation regulations and incentives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.

• Part qualification in CA Sri Lanka, CIMA, or ACCA will be an added advantage.

• Minimum 3–6 years of experience in taxation, finance, or a similar role.

• Strong understanding of:

  • Sri Lanka Inland Revenue Act
  • VAT Regulations
  • Withholding Tax (WHT)
  • Corporate Taxation

• Experience preparing and filing statutory tax returns.

• Proficiency in accounting and ERP systems.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.

• Ability to work under pressure and meet reporting deadlines.

• Strong communication and stakeholder management capabilities.

• Ability to work independently while coordinating effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

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