1. Comprehensive Tax Optimization (PAGCOR & Other Taxes)

• Set up most cost effective structure to optimize tax.
• Ensure accurate and timely filing of all applicable taxes, including but not limited to:
• PAGCOR-related taxes (e.g., franchise tax, gaming tax).
• BIR taxes: income tax, VAT, withholding tax, DST, and local business taxes
• Interpret and implement circulars and regulatory updates from PAGCOR, BIR, and LGUs.
• Manage tax licenses, renewals, reporting, and documentary requirements.
• Serve as the in-house authority on all tax documentation, assessments, and payment obligations.

2. Tax Planning & Optimization

• Design and implement tax optimization structures tailored for gaming, fintech, or digital service business models.
• Evaluate transfer pricing, intercompany arrangements, and international tax exposures (including PE risks, DTA treaties, etc.).
• Advise on tax implications of corporate restructurings, investments, cross-border transactions, and holding structures.
• Partner with legal and finance to propose entity structures that are compliant yet tax-efficient.

3. Audit Support & Risk Mitigation

• Represent the company in BIR or PAGCOR tax audits, assessments, and ruling applications.
• Prepare robust documentation to defend the company’s tax positions.
  Identify areas of tax risk and build proactive mitigation strategies.

4. Reporting & Documentation

• Monitor tax calendar and ensure proper documentation for all statutory filings.
• Provide management with regular tax exposure reports and cashflow impacts of tax strategies.
• Maintain up-to-date records for internal audit and legal compliance.

5. Cross-Department Collaboration

• Work with accounting, legal, operations, and regulatory teams to ensure alignment of tax
  treatments and policy.
• Act as primary liaison with external tax advisors, BIR, PAGCOR, and other regulators.