Tax Specialist

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Tax Specialist to support finance controlling functions. This role combines responsibilities in both tax compliance and accounts payable controlling, and is critical to ensuring accurate tax reporting, timely vendor payments, and strong internal controls across financial operations.

Who we are

Maersk is a global leader in integrated logistics and have been industry pioneers for over a century. Through innovation and transformation, we are redefining the boundaries of possibility, continuously setting new standards for efficiency, sustainability, and excellence.

At Maersk, we believe in the power of diversity, collaboration, and continuous learning and we work hard to ensure that the people in our organisation reflect and understand the customers we exist to serve.

With over 100,000 employees across 130 countries, we work together to shape the future of global trade and logistics.

Join us as we harness cutting-edge technologies and unlock opportunities on a global scale. Together, let's sail towards a brighter, more sustainable future with Maersk.

What we offer

This is an exciting career opportunity in an international, challenging business setting known for diversity and being a high paced environment. You will get to focus on creating valuable relations with current and new customers and work with highly professional teams in an environment where you will be valued, recognized and well rewarded.

You will work with amazing and diverse colleagues with a deep sense of commitment to live Our Values and together, go all the way for our customers, society and for each other.

Key Responsibilities

1. Tax Compliance & Reporting

• Ensure timely and accurate preparation, review, and submission of tax returns (VAT, WHT, CIT).
• Maintain supporting documentation and perform reconciliations for tax filings.
• Assist with tax audits and respond to queries from tax authorities.
• Monitor changes in local tax regulations and ensure full compliance.
• Support regional and global tax reporting requirements and other initiatives.
• Act as a trusted advisor to other functions within the organization on tax-related matters.

2. Process Improvement & Internal Controls

• Coordinate with the PTP team and oversee end-to-end accounts payable processes, including invoice validation, filing, and posting.
• Ensure timely vendor payments and resolve discrepancies.
• Monitor aging reports and follow up on outstanding items with relevant internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline tax and AP processes.
• Implement and maintain internal controls to ensure compliance and accuracy.
• Support other compliance-related tasks involving relevant authorities.

Critical Competencies

• Minimum 03 years' professional working experience in tax and/or accounts payable role(s).
• Bachelor’s degree or higher degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field(s).
• Experience in logistics industry is a plus.
• Language proficiency: Fluent level of English, Native level of Khmer.
• Solid understanding of Cambodian tax regulations.
• Strong experience with SAP or similar ERP systems.
• Good communication skill.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

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