Our client is a renowned MNC based in town. It is now looking to hire a seasoned Tax Manager to join its regional tax team based in Singapore. For this role, you will report to Senior Tax Manager-Asia who is based in Singapore. The role covers Asia excluding China.
Key functions:
- Work with external consultants and or local finance team to ensure the tax compliance requirements of Asian entities’ are complied with accordingly:
- Tax returns are reviewed and filed on time
- Material tax issues are identified, highlighted and mitigated/resolved as required
- Review and improve tax compliance processes to ensure they stay robust and relevant
- Review quarterly tax provision and yearly hard-close provision
- Review financial statements and disclosures prior to finalization
- Manage the tax positions of tax entities in Asia
- Provide tax advisory support on assigned projects:
- acquisitions/divestures projects in Asia
- support for tax audits in all jurisdictions
- Some business travel in the region is expected (not more than 20%).
Requirements
- A degree qualified tax professional with around 6 to 12 years of post-graduate tax experience with a MNC preferred. Strong candidate from “Big 4” firm will be considered as a 2nd option/pool.
- Strong knowledge of Singapore tax laws and regulations.
- Some regional exposure is required. Knowledge of Asia Pacific tax laws and regulations.
- Effective bi-lingual skills, including English & Mandarin (given the coverage of some Mandarin speaking countries)
- Excellent communication & interpersonal skills with the ability to work independently.
- Work in a fast past environment with ability to project manage and multi-task.
- Regional exposure preferred.
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