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Business Unit:  Eastern Hemisphere
Location: 

Bangkok, TH, 10500

Travel:  Up to 20%
Req ID:  3325

Tax Specialist

Summary

The Tax Specialist will manage all aspects of tax compliance and advisory for upstream and downstream oil & gas operations in Thailand. This includes handling Petroleum Income Tax (PITA), Corporate Income Tax (CIT), VAT, WHT, and other sector-specific obligations. The role ensures full compliance with Thai tax laws and supports strategic tax planning to optimize fiscal efficiency and mitigate risks.

Key Responsibilities

Petroleum Tax Compliance

  • Prepare and file Petroleum Income Tax (PITA) returns for concession and production sharing contracts.
  • Calculate and report royalties payable to the Thai government.
  • Ensure proper treatment of capital expenditures, depreciation, and non-deductible items (e.g., interest expenses unless capitalized) 
  • Maintain dual reporting where applicable (PITA and CIT).

 

Corporate & Indirect Tax

  • Manage VAT submissions, including reverse charge mechanisms and input VAT tracking.
  • Prepare and submit Withholding Tax (WHT) returns, applying treaty benefits under Double Tax Agreements (DTA) 
  • Handle Specific Business Tax (SBT) and Stamp Duty (SD) obligations.

 

Transfer Pricing & International Tax

  • Prepare Transfer Pricing Disclosure Forms and documentation in line with Thai Revenue Department requirements.
  • Monitor intercompany transactions and ensure arm’s length pricing.
  • Support cross-border tax planning and treaty applications.

Tax Advisory & Audit Support

  • Advise internal stakeholders on tax implications of contracts, joint ventures, and asset transfers.
  • Liaise with the Revenue Department during audits and disputes.
  • Conduct tax research and prepare technical memos and presentations.

 

Regulatory Monitoring & Projects

  • Stay updated on changes in Thai tax laws, including carbon tax and BOI incentives 
  • Participate in system upgrades and process improvements related to tax reporting.
  • Support sustainability-related tax initiatives, including renewable energy incentives and carbon reporting.

Qualifications

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Taxation, Finance, or Law.
  • CPA or Master’s degree is a plus.

Experience

  • Minimum 3 years of experience in tax compliance, preferably in the oil & gas or energy sector.
  • Familiarity with PITA, CIT, and international tax frameworks.

Skills

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and Microsoft Office.
  • Excellent communication skills in Thai and English.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Preferred Attributes:

  • Experience with BOI incentives and carbon tax compliance.
  • Exposure to upstream/downstream operations.
  • Knowledge of international reporting standards and functional currency accounting.

Working Conditions

  • Based at Sathorn, Bangkok with occasional travel to field sites or government offices.
  • Standard working hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 17:00 PM.

 

About Us:

 

Transforming Energy for a Sustainable Future. Enerflex is a premier integrated global provider of energy infrastructure solutions, covering gas processing, compression, power generation, refrigeration, cryogenic, energy transition, and water solutions. We proudly employ more than 5,000 highly skilled employees across over 25 countries worldwide.

Enerflex places its core Values of Integrity, Commitment, Creativity, and Success into action across all aspects of the business. Our innovation, strong commitment to safety, and superior service to our customers positions us as the optimal partner to meet the needs of the dynamic energy industry.

We foster a culture of ensuring our employees have the tools to do their jobs right, but to also thrive in their roles. We pride ourselves in our competitive wages, extensive rewards programs, celebration of successes of individuals and teams, and are committed to ensuring Enerflex remains a safe and inclusive space for all.

 

Enerflex is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Enerflex grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, genetic information, mental or physical disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.  Equal employment opportunities are provided in recruitment, hiring, promotions, wages, benefits, and other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment.

 

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, tasks, duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities required.

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