TERNYATA BEGINI MANFAAT PAJAK UNTUK INDONESIA

Summary

In this engaging podcast episode, Dian Amelia interviews Aulia Nafida, a top-performing student from Politeknik Bosowa's taxation program. Aulia shares her journey to becoming a Filmapres (Outstanding Student Award) winner and discusses her passion for taxation as a tool for national development. She explains the importance of paying taxes for public infrastructure and services, addressing common misconceptions, and highlighting her role as a tax volunteer. Aulia also reflects on her aspirations to become a tax consultant and her experiences preparing for the Filmapres competition. The discussion emphasizes the significance of education, community involvement, and perseverance.

Takeaways

• 😀 Aulia Nafida is a student from Politeknik Bosowa, majoring in taxation, and winner of the Filmapres competition, which recognizes top students in various fields.
• 😀 Filmapres is a prestigious competition for students at Politeknik Bosowa, with stages including the program study, institution, regional, and national levels.
• 😀 Aulia's competition essay addressed the common misconception that taxes are a burden, arguing that taxes contribute significantly to national development in areas like infrastructure, education, and healthcare.
• 😀 As a participant in the Filmapres competition, Aulia went through a rigorous selection process, including CV submissions, essays, and administrative steps.
• 😀 Aulia represented the 8th-year class in the Filmapres competition and was selected through a process that included tests and peer nominations from different cohorts.
• 😀 Aulia's victory in the competition reflects her deep understanding of taxation's role in societal progress and her ability to communicate complex ideas to a broader audience.
• 😀 Aulia stresses that tax is an essential contribution every citizen must make for the country's development, especially for those who are employed.
• 😀 Aulia is also a member of the *Relawan Pajak* (Tax Volunteer) program, where she helps taxpayers report their taxes, further demonstrating her commitment to improving tax compliance.
• 😀 Aulia believes that while paying taxes might seem burdensome, it is an obligation that brings long-term benefits, including improved public services and infrastructure.
• 😀 Aulia has aspirations to become a tax consultant, aiming to first work as a government employee in the Directorate General of Taxes (DJP) and later join a multinational corporation like PT Unilever Indonesia.
• 😀 Throughout her academic and extracurricular activities, Aulia encourages her peers to seize every opportunity and make the most of their educational journey, emphasizing that success comes with continuous effort and dedication.

Q & A

What is Filmapres, and what is its purpose?

Filmapres is the selection of outstanding students, specifically designed for the Politeknik Bosowa, particularly for the Taxation program. It aims to appreciate the achievements of students in this field. The process includes a selection at the study program level, followed by steps at the Polytechnic and regional levels, eventually reaching the national stage.

What was Aulia Nafida's role in Filmapres?

Aulia Nafida participated as a representative from the 8th batch of the Taxation study program at Politeknik Bosowa and won the first place in the Filmapres competition.

How did Aulia Nafida prepare for the Filmapres competition?

Aulia Nafida prepared by focusing on her CV writing and essay. She presented an essay on how taxation is often seen as a burden, and during the competition, she explained the importance of taxes as a compulsory contribution for the welfare of the country.

What was the main theme of Aulia's essay in Filmapres?

The main theme of Aulia's essay was addressing the misconception that taxes are a burden. She emphasized that taxes are vital contributions to the nation's development, including infrastructure, education, and healthcare.

What challenges did Aulia face during the Filmapres competition?

Aulia faced tough questions during the competition, including whether citizens could demand infrastructure improvements from the government in exchange for paying taxes. She also had to answer questions related to the public perception of taxation and its mandatory nature.

What are the main components of the tax system in Indonesia, according to Aulia?

According to Aulia, the Indonesian tax system includes both subjective and objective obligations. Even individuals without income are required to have a tax identification number (NPWP), and those with income are obligated to report and pay taxes. The system is supported by the Directorate General of Taxes, which has made processes more accessible online.

What is Aulia's involvement in the tax volunteer program?

Aulia Nafida is actively involved in the tax volunteer program organized by the Directorate General of Taxes. As part of this program, she is helping taxpayers in Makassar North by assisting with tax reporting and providing guidance on related matters.

Why do some people in Indonesia perceive taxes as a burden?

Many Indonesians perceive taxes as a burden because they associate taxes with additional financial pressure. There is also a misconception that even newborns are taxed, although this refers to personal tax allowances (PTKP) that help reduce taxable income.

How does the increase in VAT (PPN) from 10% to 11% affect the public?

The increase in VAT from 10% to 11% has sparked both support and opposition. While the government believes it will positively impact the economy, some people feel it might be burdensome, especially for businesses and consumers. However, the government aims to ensure that the tax system is fair across various income groups.

What is Aulia's career aspiration in the field of taxation?

Aulia aspires to become a tax consultant in the future. She plans to gain experience as a civil servant at the Directorate General of Taxes and aims to eventually work at PT Unilever Indonesia. She values the experience of being an employee before transitioning to become an employer and tax consultant.