Situated in the heart of Singapore's Central Business District, Rakuten Asia Pte. Ltd. is Rakuten's Asia Regional headquarters. Established in August 2012 as part of Rakuten's global expansion strategy, Rakuten Asia comprises various businesses that provide essential value-added services to Rakuten's global ecosystem. Through advertisement product development, product strategy, and data management, among others, Rakuten Asia is strengthening Rakuten Group's core competencies to take the lead in an increasingly digitalized world.

Rakuten Group, Inc. is a global leader in internet services that empower individuals, communities, businesses, and society. Founded in Tokyo in 1997 as an online marketplace, Rakuten has expanded to offer services in e-commerce, fintech, digital content, and communications to approximately 1.7 billion members around the world. The Rakuten Group has nearly 32,000 employees and operations in 30 countries and regions. For more information visit https://global.rakuten.com/corp/.

As a Tax Manager you will be responsible for both Singapore and International tax matters. You will be working closely with our in-house global tax team and act as a liaison with external tax advisor.

Key Role and Responsibility:

• Global Minimum Tax Governance: Ensure compliance with international tax regulations and standards.
• Transfer Pricing Compliance Management & Advisory: Coordinate and/or prepare transfer pricing documentation in collaboration with local advisers. Manage risk assessments and prepare defense files. Review and ensure the accuracy of intragroup agreements.
• Tax Compliance Management: Oversee the preparation and filing of all tax returns to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal tax laws.
• Tax Project Management: Manage tax-related projects, ensuring timely and accurate completion.
• Tax Audit Management: Handle inquiries and manage tax audits effectively and maintain a close relationship with tax authorities to facilitate smooth audit processes.
• Collaboration with Regional Tax Teams and External Consultants: Work closely with regional tax teams to ensure alignment and consistency in tax practices and liaise with external tax consultants to obtain expert advice and support.
• Tax Controversy Resolution and Prevention: Proactively identify and resolve potential tax controversies. Develop strategies to prevent future tax disputes.
• Contract Review from a Tax Perspective: Review contracts to identify and mitigate potential tax risks.

Mandatory Requirements

• More than 10 years’ experience in the Tax Services
• Bachelor’s Degree in Tax or Accounting
• Ability to lead & work closely with stakeholders from all levels
• Excellent communication skills
• Experience in digital service and/or telecom industry
• Ability to take on challenge and work under pressure
• CA/CPA would be a plus

Rakuten is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications regardless of sex, marital status, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, religious belief or age.

Meta is seeking an experienced indirect tax professional to join its APAC Indirect Tax team, which manages the indirect tax function for APAC region. The position will be based in Singapore and reporting into the indirect tax lead for APAC. This role will collaborate and work closely with local and international direct and indirect tax teams, international and regional accounting and other finance functions.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Meta tax team to ensure integration with various business functions, bring awareness to the business and support new business initiatives in the region
• Responsible for indirect tax compliance, work closely with the local finance teams and manage compliance outsource service providers, provide oversight for indirect tax compliance across the region
• Assist with tax audit and controversy matters in the region
• Monitor developments of indirect tax policies in the region, work with internal policy teams and external advisors supporting tax policy initiatives
• Analyze current and proposed tax policy changes, evaluate impacts, develop and execute plans accordingly
• Work with finance and other cross-functional teams to implement and improve end-to-end indirect tax process and procedures to mitigate risks
• Provide day-to-day operational guidance to business and finance functions and provide end-to-end support to enable products/projects go-to-market

Minimum Qualifications

• 10+ years of related finance/accounting experience (with adequate VAT/GST knowledge) covering Asia Pacific
• Degree in Law, Accounting/Finance, or Economics or similar is required
• Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to communicate indirect tax matters succinctly to management
• Entrepreneurial spirit, hands-on and self-motivated
• Strong analytical skills, flexible, creative and results-oriented
• Able to work with and in a cross-functional team with the ability to build strong and scalable relationships
• Willingness to travel as some international travels are required

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience with regional indirect tax responsibilities

Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today—beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.

The Company

Our fast growing client is seeking for a dynamic APAC Tax Manager with a focus on compliance/ direct tax to play a key role in providing dedicated local tax expertise to support our business operations and collaborate with their global corporate tax team. If you thrive on challenges, value opportunities for professional growth, and excel in a collaborative team environment, we love to hear from you!

The Role

The skilled tax professional to provide comprehensive local income tax will support their team in spanning acquisitions, construction, operations, corporate finance, leasing, and accounting. This role involves coordinating with local tax advisors to manage tax compliance, including gathering required information, reviewing tax returns, and ensuring timely, accurate filings and payments. You will liaise with local tax authorities on notices, elections, and assessments while collaborating with internal and external teams to maintain tax and legal structures, ensuring alignment of legal documents and financial records. Additionally, you will lead value-added initiatives such as cost segregation studies to optimize cash flow and reduce tax leakage. You will also provide insights on local tax matters, assist in calculating and budgeting tax liabilities, and prepare US GAAP quarterly tax provisions to ensure appropriate reserves for US reporting. This role includes monitoring US REIT compliance, supporting due diligence, and documenting the company’s tax positions, including transfer pricing policies and internal control processes, for Asia-Pacific operations. This is a unique opportunity to engage with complex, multifaceted tax issues in a dynamic and expanding organization.

Your Profile

The ideal candidate will hold a bachelor’s degree in accounting, with professional certification being a plus. They should bring a minimum of 7 years of combined public and corporate tax experience, preferably including Big 4 exposure and familiarity with US GAAP tax accounting principles. Experience in a multinational corporation is highly desirable. The client is looking for a perceptive, self-motivated professional who thrives under pressure, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills and exceptional attention to detail. The candidate should possess excellent organizational abilities, capable of multitasking and meeting tight deadlines, and demonstrate proficiency in computer applications such as Excel, Windows, Word, and Outlook.

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EA Licence No: 07C5595 | Suriani Norahim | EA Registration No: R1109288

Purpose:

The Manager / Senior Manager, Tax Advisory works with the tax team to provide tax advisory services to a mixed portfolio of corporate and individual clients.

Core Responsibilities:

• Advise clients on Singapore corporate tax issues which include cross-border restructuring, tax treaties, withholding tax, permanent establishment issues, BEPS 2.0 Pillar Two matters, tax due diligence, acquisition tax structuring, and drafting tax advisory memos to a mix of corporate clients across industries.
• Identify tax planning opportunities
• Provide technical training
• Mentor and manage junior staff

Tasks / Duties:

• Manage the delivery of tax advisory services
• Advise client on restructuring exercise and cross-border transactions
• Assist clients with the application for income tax advance ruling, tax exemption, etc.
• Work with Head of Delivery to identify business development opportunities
• Identify and follow up on opportunities to grow tax advisory services
• Support tax compliance team in relation to tax advisory matters
• Conduct seminars on corporate tax topics for clients and within the firm
• Build relationships and communicates effectively in order to positively influence to the tax team.
• Work effectively in diverse teams within a highly inclusive team culture where everyone is supported, respected and recognised for their contribution
• Provide clients with tax efficient solutions which take into consideration sound knowledge of our clients’ businesses

Job Description

The successful candidate will work in a business tax team providing tax compliance and advisory services to a mixed portfolio of corporate and individual clients. Responsibilities will include preparation of tax computations, tax returns and assistance in dispute resolution.

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

· You should have at least 2 years of corporate tax experience preferably with an international accounting firm. Position offered will commensurate with experience.

· Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or other business-related field, with a Professional Qualification as recognized by ISCA. An SCTP accreditation would be an added advantage.

· Excellent communications and inter-personal skills, and passion to deliver quality work

· Ability to work under tight deadlines.

about the company

Our client is a global organization that specializes in testing and measurement solutions.

about the job

Reporting to the Director of Tax, you will be working in a team of 6 to support the business in providing tax advisory and planning support. You will mainly be involved in tax advisory where coverage includes corporate tax, indirect tax, cross border transactions, tax incentives and transfer pricing across the European entities.


skills and experience required
You should ideally possess a bachelor degree in Accountancy and come with minimally 6 years of experience in a tax advisory & planning capacity, you should also come with regional experience. You will be an independent learner with strong communication skills and have the confidence when engaging with senior stakeholders.

To apply online please use the 'apply' function, alternatively you may contact Francine at francine.wong(@)randstad.com.sg (EA: 94C3609/ R22104071)

Responsibilities:

• Handle a portfolio of corporate and individual tax compliance clients which include the preparation of income tax returns and maintaining good relationship with clients.
• Assist in tax advisory work such as advising on withholding tax matters, inbound and outbound investments, tax incentive schemes and tax planning.
• Assist in project work such as transfer pricing, mergers & acquisitions and corporate finance.

Requirements:

• Fresh university graduate from accountancy or related discipline and/or equivalent professional qualification in ACCA.
• Proficient in computer skills in MS office.
• Good analytical skills and attention to details is a must.
• Team player with strong analytical, follow-up skills and time management skills.
• Positive interpersonal and strong oral and written communication skills.

At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

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Our tax practice revolves around helping our clients effectively manage their tax obligations proactively and responsibly. As part of a global team of 35,000 tax professionals in 150 countries, you will advise clients on planning, compliance and reporting wherever the client has needs. Our unwavering commitment to quality service and our technical networks enable you to help clients reduce inefficiencies, mitigate risk and improve opportunities within their tax functions. Groups (or, as we call them – sub-service lines) within Tax include Business Tax Services, Global Compliance and Reporting, People Advisory Services, Indirect Tax Services, and International Tax & Transaction Services.

Positions are available in the following teams:

• Corporate Tax
• International Tax & Transaction Services
• Transfer Pricing
• People Advisory Services (Mobility)
• People Advisory Services (Global Immigration)
• Indirect Tax
• Private Client Services
• Tax, Financial Services
• Tax Technology and Transformation

What we look for

• You have an agile, growth-oriented mindset. What you know matters. But the right mindset is just as important in determining success. We’re looking for people who are innovative, can work in an agile way and keep pace with a rapidly changing world.
• You are curious and purpose driven. We’re looking for people who see opportunities instead of challenges, who ask better questions to seek better answers that build a better working world.
• You are inclusive. We’re looking for people who seek out and embrace diverse perspectives, who value differences, and team inclusively to build safety and trust.

Qualifications

• Pursuing university degree related to Accountancy or equivalent.
• Problem solving and numerical skills.
• Ability to work with complex and detailed information.
• Experience and/or demonstrated ability in time management and adaptability to change under pressure to build effective relationships at all levels.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and relationship building.

What’s in it for you

• Accelerate your technical capabilities and transformative leadership skills with future-focused courses and development programs.
• Broaden your horizons by working on highly integrated teams across the globe and collaborate with people of diverse backgrounds — both professionally and culturally.
• Bring out the best in yourself with continuous investment in your personal well-being and career development.
• Develop your own personal purpose and help us create a positive ripple effect on our teams, our business, clients and society – building a better working world, together.

This position is only applicable to students who are in their final year of study. We regret that applicants who do not belong to this category will not be shortlisted for this recruitment exercise.

Please note that for your application to be considered, you are required to upload the following documents together with your online application:

• Detailed Resume
• Copy of Highest Academic Certification and Transcripts

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EY | Building a better working world

EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets.

Enabled by data and technology, diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow, transform and operate.

Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax and transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today.

The Company

My client is an established US MNC and a key leader in its industry, currently hiring a detailed, hands-on and independent Tax talent to handle a regional Tax portfolio. The portfolio primarily focuses on Direct Tax Compliance.

Requirements

• Min. 7 years of strong Tax compliance experience, enjoys being hands-on, a self-starter who is able to go through work papers and is meticulous in going into details
• Regional Tax experience in the commercial sector (MNC) preferred
• Big 4 Tax exposure
• Good Excel skills
• Organised, detailed, hardworking, positive learning attitude, able to work with internal accounting and business teams in getting required information
• Comfortable with being in an individual contributor role, overseeing a Tax compliance portfolio

Budget
SGD 9,000 – 10,000 + Bonus

Scope

As an individual contributor reporting to the Regional Head of Tax, you will be responsible for a largely Direct Tax portfolio overseeing Asia Pacific countries. This will include tax compliance and filing matters, supporting in tax audit, tax accounting as well as research and analysis to ensure tax adherence and optimization. You will work closely with internal accounting and commercial teams in coordinating required information for tax purposes; as well as external tax agents and be responsible in the preparation of annual tax returns including estimated chargeable income, tax provisions, deferred tax calculations as well as preparation of consolidation tax and statutory reports from a tax perspective.

You will also support in US legal entity reporting processes, manage tax queries, ensure compliant to SOX as well as maintain appropriate internal control processes and local transfer pricing documentations.

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EA Licence no.: 07C5595 | Hor Man Teng (Geraldine) EA Registration no.: R1217737

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage client portfolio in the area of tax compliance and provide tax advisory services.
• Review, provide recommendations on agreements and/or documents of clients for compliance and risk mitigation purposes.
• Review, provide recommendations, solutions on clients’ portfolio and to understand what they have on hand and how this portfolio is to translate into a target revenue.
• Assist with the preparation of responses to queries from Tax authorities’ queries.
• Proficient in MAS reporting requirement.
• Work collaboratively with business areas as well as other corporate functions, such as provide tax technical support and advisory.
• Manage the management fee agreements, supporting documentations and computations.
• Perform income tax, GST. ECI experience preferred.

Requirements:

• Degree in Accountancy, Finance, or relevant discipline preferably with client or wealth professional qualification as recognized by SIATP
• Minimum 3 years related experience, preferably from a private service or financial services or professional services firm or Accounting firm
• Familiar with MAS requirements.
• Must be familiar with Singapore Tax regimes and guidelines.
• Experience with Single Family office or private wealth tax compliance and annual declaration to MAS is an added advantage.
• Knowledge of tax advising or international tax is an added advantage
• Self-motivated and looking for fast career growth and development

about the company

Our client is headquartered in Singapore, has robust presence in APAC and USA with it's core business in manufacturing activities. As part of their expansion and acquisition plans, they are seeking a dynamic Tax Accountant to manage the function in the APAC region.

about the job

In this role, you will report to the Finance Director and be working with the local finance team & in-country finance teams across the APAC region consisting of 6 markets for all tax compliance related activities. You will be hands on in implementing transfer pricing policies and strategies, conducting analysis to support the intercompany transactions. You will also be kept updated on any legislative changes and trends in the region and be an advisor to the stakeholders on areas relating to tax compliance.


skills and experience required

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor Degree in Accountancy or its equivalent and have regional experience in a similar capacity. Prior experience in big 4 audit firms will be advantageous. You should be comfortable being in an individal contributing role and be meticulous, agile and have strong communication skills to liaise with stakeholders effectively.

To apply online please use the 'apply' function, alternatively you may contact Francine at francine.wong(@)randstad.com.sg (EA: 94C3609/ R22104071)

The Tax Team

Our Tax team supports organisations at every stage of the lifecycle – from structuring business tax effectively and managing any employment tax issues to transactional tax obligations and compliance. The team helps businesses develop strategies that help businesses understand and manage tax liabilities and risk in a transparent and ethical way.

The friendly and supportive tax team works collaboratively across various four main specialties – corporate tax, goods and services tax (GST), transfer pricing, and employer solutions and private clients. The team openly communicates at all levels, giving the support and guidance to develop as individuals and use their voice to shape the future of the team.

Responsibilities

• Assist funds with tax incentive applications and annual declarations, including liaising with the MAS
• Review funds’ documentation (e.g., information memorandum, subscription agreement, etc.)
• Manage/support portfolio of fund clients for corporate tax compliance services
• Involved with other broader tax matters

Qualifications and requirements

• Any recognised bachelor’s degree in any discipline or equivalent qualification in accounting
• At least 1 year of relevant funds tax working experience
• Fresh graduates are welcome to apply
• Knowledge of fund operations and tax or relevant education background would be advantageous
• Attention to details and familiar with Microsoft Office
• Skilled in writing, interpersonal communication skills in building rapport and collaborating effectively with other team members
• Self-motivated while capable of partnering well with colleagues to successfully meet project objectives and deadlines
• Good communication and negotiation skills with clients

Companies, investors and government entities around the world turn to Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) for leadership, action and results. Privately held since its founding in 1983, A&M is a leading global professional services firm that provides advisory, business performance improvement and turnaround management services. When conventional approaches are not enough to create transformation and drive change, clients seek our deep expertise and ability to deliver practical solutions to their unique problems.

With over 10,000 people across six continents, we deliver tangible results for corporates, boards, private equity firms, law firms and government agencies facing complex challenges. Our senior leaders, and their teams, leverage A&M’s restructuring heritage to help companies act decisively, catapult growth and accelerate results. We are experienced operators, world-class consultants, former regulators and industry authorities with a shared commitment to telling clients what’s really needed for turning change into a strategic business asset, managing risk and unlocking value at every stage of growth.

At A&M, we are committed to delivering innovative tax solutions and exceptional service to our clients. The Director of Tax Technology, Governance, and Transformation will be responsible for designing and implementing end-to-end tax technology solutions that reinforce tax governance and compliance standards. This senior leadership role will ensure that tax processes are not only efficient but also aligned with the highest standards of regulatory compliance and technical accuracy. You will be accountable for shaping tax governance frameworks, overseeing the deployment of tax technologies, and leading a team dedicated to client success and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and implement the strategy for tax technology and governance services, aligning with company goals and client needs to drive long-term impact.
• Establish and maintain tax governance frameworks that promote regulatory compliance, risk management, and technical accuracy across all tax technology initiatives.
• Serve as a senior advisor for executive clients, addressing their governance, compliance, and technical needs through technology-driven solutions.
• Direct the successful delivery of complex tax technology projects, from concept to completion. Ensure projects are on budget, on time, and meet client specifications.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team focused on tax technology, compliance, and governance, fostering a culture of innovation and accountability.
• Oversee the selection, implementation, and optimisation of tax technology platforms (e.g., ERP integrations, automated compliance software, and AI-based tax solutions) to enhance governance and compliance.
• Ensure that tax technology solutions align with current regulatory requirements, including staying updated on global and local tax laws that impact client operations.
• Lead initiatives to standardise and automate tax reporting and compliance processes, enhancing accuracy, efficiency, and governance across client engagements.
• Drive adherence to regulatory standards and internal policies for all technology implementations, ensuring data integrity, privacy, and security.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, Information Systems, or a related field. Advanced certifications (e.g., CA, CPA, CTA, CISA) or an MBA are highly preferred.
• Minimum of 10+ years in tax, finance, or technology transformation, with at least 5 years in a leadership role focusing on tax transformation and governance.
• Expertise in tax technology platforms (e.g., Vertex, OneSource, Alteryx, ERP systems) with a strong understanding of tax governance frameworks and technical tax principles.
• Ability to develop strategies that bridge tax governance and technology, with foresight into market trends and regulatory changes.
• Proven track record in managing complex, high-stakes projects, with skills in budgeting, resource allocation, and performance tracking.
• In-depth knowledge of tax compliance, reporting standards, and regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate technical and governance-focused solutions to C-suite executives and other stakeholders.
• Experience in building and leading teams, driving a culture of accountability, and delivering on governance and compliance-focused objectives.
• Team player who can excel in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial, challenging work environment.

Why Join Us?

• Shape the future of tax transformation within a progressive and supportive environment.
• Work directly with clients at the executive level to drive meaningful change in tax operations.
• Access to leadership development programs, cutting-edge tax technology tools, and opportunities to shape best practices.
• Join a diverse, dynamic team committed to delivering excellence and transforming the tax landscape.

If you are a forward-thinking leader passionate about driving change through technology in the tax field, we encourage you to apply.

OVERVIEW OF A&M SOUTHEAST ASIA AND AUSTRALIA

Alvarez & Marsal established its Southeast Asia and Australia presence in 2017 and has in the last 3 years scaled up rapidly across the region, with 9 offices now in Singapore (HQ), Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Brisbane, Kuala Lumpur, Jakarta and Ho Chi Minh City; these are complemented by our offices in North Asia in Greater China (Hong Kong, Shanghai and Beijing) & Korea (Seoul) and India (Mumbai, Bengaluru, New Delhi). Our experienced team has an average of more than 15 years’ experience and combines top-tiers consultants and C-level executives from different industries and is led by Utsav Garg, Managing Director and Head, Southeast Asia and Australia. Our clients include private equity firms as well as well-known local and multinational corporations across Southeast Asia and Australia.

Job Description:

• Handling tax compliance for a fixed portfolio of clients;
• Advising on replies to IRAS queries;
• Able to work on ad-hoc advisory projects;
• Handling basic GST filing and queries.

The ideal candidate should possess the following:

• At least 1-5 years of relevant tax compliance or advisory experience preferably with a CPA firm in Singapore;
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or other business related field; and
• Professional qualification as recognised by ISCA or SIATP.

Are you thinking about improving your personal brand as an accounting professional? Be part of an environment that provides you with limitless opportunities.

Widely recognised as a Leader of Transformation in the accounting industry, Precursor is one of the top 25 accounting firms in Singapore offering audit, tax, accounting and advisory services to over 700 local and multinational enterprises across diverse industries.

Our commitment to quality and innovation excellence has earned us many accolades, including the Best Practice Award in 2018 and the Innovation Award in 2016 at the Singapore Accountancy Awards. Our relentless pursuit of Business Excellence in People Development made us the only accounting firm to be accredited as a People Developer by Enterprise Singapore.

We always put our people first and strive to serve every client with distinction. Our engagement with every client represents the start of a long-lasting relationship, through which we firmly hold on to our values of Mutual Respect, Integrity, Commitment and Excellence.

Check out all the milestones we have reached over the years: https://www.precursor.com.sg/en/about-precursor/our-milestones/

What are you waiting for? Come join our inspiring journey!

JOB SCOPE

• Perform assurance activities and document audit procedures in accordance with professional standards
• Manage time and multiple engagements effectively
• Prepare statutory tax filings and identify developments that impact tax compliance
• Provide timely and excellent services to clients
• Develop and understanding of the client's business and understand client specific needs

REQUIREMENTS

• Min Diploma in Accountancy or equivalent
• At least 1 to 2 years of audit experience
• No experience is welcome to apply
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office

QUALITIES

• Willing to learn
• Possess good interpersonal skills & able to work in team.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills required.
• Able to multi-task and work efficiently.

This Big 4 firm is hiring for a Business Tax role. Level of seniority will depend on your experience.

about the job

This role is a hybrid compliance and advisory business tax role. You will act as brand ambassadors, foster teamwork, and align efforts with stakeholder goals. You should collaborate effectively, take ownership of results, and inspire confidence through integrity and teamwork.

skills and experience required

You should ideally possess a degree in accounting and preferably SCTP/ATP. You have 2 to 6 years of experience in tax corporate roles. Your background could be in other Audit firms or pure commercial companies.

To apply online please use the 'apply' function. (EA R22111662)

Are you thinking about improving your personal brand as an accounting professional? Be part of an environment that provides you with limitless opportunities.

Widely recognised as a Leader of Transformation in the accounting industry, Precursor is one of the top 25 accounting firms in Singapore offering audit, tax, accounting and advisory services to over 700 local and multinational enterprises across diverse industries.

Our commitment to quality and innovation excellence has earned us many accolades, including the Best Practice Award in 2018 and the Innovation Award in 2016 at the Singapore Accountancy Awards. Our relentless pursuit of Business Excellence in People Development made us the only accounting firm to be accredited as a People Developer by Enterprise Singapore.

We always put our people first and strive to serve every client with distinction. Our engagement with every client represents the start of a long-lasting relationship, through which we firmly hold on to our values of Mutual Respect, Integrity, Commitment and Excellence.

Check out all the milestones we have reached over the years: https://www.precursor.com.sg/en/aboutprecursor/our-milestones/

What are you waiting for? Come join our inspiring journey!

JOB SCOPE

• Perform assurance activities and document audit procedures in accordance with professional standards
• Manage time and multiple engagements effectively
• Prepare statutory tax filings and identify developments that impact tax compliance
• Provide timely and excellent services to clients
• Develop and understanding of the client's business and understand client speciíc needs

REQUIREMENTS

• Min Diploma in Accountancy or equivalent
• At least 1 to 2 years of audit experience
• No experience is welcome to apply
• Proíciency in Microsoft Office

QUALITIES

• Willing to learn
• Possess good interpersonal skills & able to work in team.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills required.
• Able to multi-task and work efficiently.

Looking for an immediate starter with a minimum of 2-3 years of full set accounting experience. Candidates with taxation experience will be highly advantageous.

Job Details:

• Contract: 1 year
• Location: West - Clementi
• Working Hours: Mondays to Fridays: 8.30 am to 5.30 pm (Wednesday : 8.30 am to 6.00 pm)

Job Description:

• In charge of the preparation of entities’ monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements in compliance with all regulatory requirements, including SFRS, Corporate tax, Charity and IPC specific reporting obligations
• Ensure accurate and timely delivery of monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports, including the analysis and commentary on major variances
• Provide monthly audit schedules and assist in internal and external audit queries
• In charge for preparation of entities corporate tax (ECI) and work closely with tax agent to file annual corporate tax returns
• Handle all tax queries and tax audit whenever required
• Assist with preparation of transfer pricing documentation
• Support and ensure compliance with all financial filling requirements, corporate tax filling requirement
• Involve in continuous process improvement for more effective and efficient operation
• Assist in new business initiatives and system implementation when required
• Able to work within tight deadlines

Qualifications and requirements:

• Degree in accounting or ACCA and/or its equivalent
• Minimum 2-3 years working experience with full set accounting and preferably with audit/tax background.
• Good working knowledge of SFRS and Singapore tax.
• Well-versed in MS Office, especially MS Excel, Powerpoint, Word and Outlook
• A self-starter who can plan, organize and take initiative to meet job objectives and deadlines independently
• Can-do attitude, good team player, driven and passionate.

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Job Description & Requirements

The Global Compliance Management Services - Centre of Excellence (CoE) is seeking to fill a full-time role of senior tax PMO. The candidate should have tax background and experience on the asset management industry. Candidates for this position will be capable of understanding technology at an intermediate level and leading internal projects (Medium to large) from conception through to the successful delivery of the project. The role will work within the Global Tax Compliance and Transformation team at the direction of the GCMS CoE or their delegate based in Singapore. The role is designed to afford the right candidate with the opportunity to learn many facets of the Tax business and engage internally and externally with clients. The breath of the role will also require someone with the ability to easily adapt to the ever-changing tax environment and to be flexible in the work required by the role. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is ready for a challenge in a fast-moving role, working together with multiple teams.

KPMG’s Global Tax Compliance and Transformation team is specifically designed to help clients achieve cost-efficiencies and gain better process control and visibility. The team has been established to support the growth of KPMG’s tax compliance service offerings. The aim of the team is to drive the implementation of internal and external initiatives within the Global Tax Compliance and Tax Transformation arena and ensure high quality on-going services are provided to several our clients. As part of the transformation team, this role will support 5 main strategic goals:

1. The first goal will be to support the building / development of the internal operational processes. These internal projects will be critical to developing the foundation and the integrity of the services which can be delivered.
2. The second goal is to lead and implement the transition initiatives for new clients in various countries and regions. Intention is to ensure a consistent delivery model, which includes the preparation of standardized data packs, process maps, RACI, Local transition packs and all the activities necessary to conduct transition in an efficient manner. The candidate will be able to leverage the KPMG transition toolkit and methodology implemented by KPMG for these purposes.
3. To support with the PMO function by leading the coordination activity of compliance obligations of existing clients, supported by enabling technology and respective delivery centers.
4. Fourth, the role will be to serve as a liaison with other parts of Global Tax Compliance and Tax Transformation, most notably the technology team responsible for technology landscape
5. Finally, the role will be required to support business development activities to support the broader transformation team agenda and growth of Global Tax Compliance client base and targeting and Go-To-Market strategy.

As a senior manager/manager consultant level, the ability to effectively deliver the above services in a timely manner, of high quality, whilst keeping the broader team informed will be critical to your success. Strong communication both written and verbal are mandatory to the role. You will need to work collaboratively with other parts of the business and support the team as required in completing their tasks. To be successful you will need to have a ‘proactive’ approach to completing your work and supervising your peers’ work.

As such we are looking for professionals with previous experience (+7 years). Accounting and tax background in a plus. These professionals will have some specific goals around this competence, namely:

• Demonstrable project management or operational management experience
• The ability to engage across many levels of the client organisation and the ability to confidently interface across KPMG Global Tax Compliance network
• The ability to understand and pursue tax opportunities, tax offerings, how they are implemented and the technology that underpins them
• The ability to lead and support as requested internal projects to uplift Global Tax Compliance and tax transformation capability and most importantly, the ability to train other members of the team and share best practices based on experience
• The ability to support business development activities and lead other market facing activities that contribute to the winning of new engagements that support our clients to deliver their transformational objectives (i.e. Competitor intelligence initiatives, develop Go-to market initiatives, etc.)
• The ability to demonstrate logical processing of understanding an issue or project and developing a plan and overseeing its implementation to achieve the expected outcomes.
• The ability to set milestones, track, and report on status of compliance obligations to efficiently coordinate existing global tax compliance projects to support with the PMO function, as needed.
• In addition, as part of KPMG, you will need to complete annual requirements such as goal setting, timely completion of training and other KPMG specific activities.

Skills/ Knowledge and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree, Minimum 7 years work experience, with demonstrable project management experience on managing client portfolio and technical acumen.
• Preference for previous experience in similar roles. Needs to be able to operate in environments where there is uncertainty. Needs to quickly identify how work should be delivered and plan for its delivery with any known constraints such as pricing, skills available and timeframes and maximize the delivery center solution offering. Needs to be able to be articulate with clients, including in written form particularly when communicating on a project, its construct, and its status. Should be a self-starter and able to act with minimal guidance and be able to lead stakeholders through medium projects or process solutions.
• Should have skills to be able to manage all aspects of a medium-large project. The ability to appropriately structure a project for delivery is critical. Ability to identify risks and issues and drive resolution is important. Should possess skills to be able to understand the accounting/tax issues, implementation of technology solutions and other day to day issues. Tax acumen would be favorably considered.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills are a must. This person must be a team player and highly organized, as they will work internally and externally across many dimensions of the business. Important to have good listening skills to understand other points of view, and to be able to articulate these to other parties.
• Precision, reliability and positive attitude is a must.

KPMG Tax Services assists organisations with their tax compliance obligations and in enhancing their commercial value through tax planning, and incorporating tax strategies into an overall business strategy. Globalisation of businesses must be managed with international know-how and perspective. Through an in-depth understanding of our multinational clients' businesses and industries, KPMG Tax Services helps our clients identify tax-related challenges and opportunities.

Your responsibilities include:

• Advising clients on various areas of business transactions such as cross border transactions (including equity and debt investments, financing, leasing and trading), corporate restructuring, mergers and acquisitions and stamp duty / property tax.
• Developing innovative tax solutions for our clients, taking into consideration sound knowledge of their businesses.
• Providing support on projects such as tax due diligence, tax rulings, tax risk management, driving regional and/or global tax projects from Singapore.

Our ideal candidate:

• Possess a degree in Accounting, Economics, Finance, Business or Law.
• Knowledge in taxation from an economic and legal perspective will be an advantage.
• A strong team player with a proven track record of academic and co-curricular achievements.
• Possess the ability to work independently, multi task and perform in a fast pace environment.
• A fluent communicator with strong language skills.
• Strong organization skills with an eye for detail.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to work with colleagues from various levels and functions.

Job Summary:
We are seeking a skilled Tax Manager to plan and implement the organization’s tax strategies, optimizing the Group’s tax payables and ensuring compliance with relevant local and international tax laws and regulations. This role involves managing tax operations for both upstream and downstream Business Groups across multiple regions, including Malaysia, Singapore, China, Spain, and the United Arab Emirates (Dubai).

Key Responsibilities:

• Tax Operations Management:
  • Collaborate with the Senior Tax Manager to oversee Group’s tax operations, consolidating tax issues from onshore entities managed by respective onshore Tax Managers.
  • Ensure compliance with taxation laws and regulations, including timely and accurate tax filings and payments, while adopting appropriate tax positions.
• Compliance and Advisory:
  • Manage relationships with external service providers for direct and indirect tax compliance, transfer pricing compliance, and tax accounting services.
  • Lead annual tax budget planning and preparation with the respective Head of Finance.
  • Review and compile VAT forecasts, monthly withholding tax returns, and consolidated tax payment reports.
  • Oversee corporate income tax and deferred tax calculations for offshore companies for annual audits.
  • Prepare the annual GTP survey report and monitor GTP covenants compliance.
• Tax Planning and Strategy:
  • Provide tax advisory support to business units and support functions, collaborating with Legal, Treasury, Finance, and Accounting teams to meet strategic and operational tax objectives.
  • Support major M&A transactions and other strategic initiatives as part of the Corporate tax team.
• Legislation and Risk Management:
  • Manage tax legislation and controversy developments, driving lobbying efforts and communicating legislative and judicial changes to internal stakeholders.
  • Ensure compliance with Group tax controls and procedures, working collaboratively within a globally integrated tax function.

Requirements:

• At least 12+ years of relevant tax experience, with a focus on tax operations.
• Strong background in corporate income taxes, income tax accounting, indirect taxes, and transfer pricing.
• Experience in a multinational enterprise and Big 4 experience is preferred.
• Strong business acumen, commercial outlook, and risk awareness.
• Hands-on approach with attention to detail and flexibility.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage laterally with tax colleagues from different jurisdictions.
• Familiarity with tax regimes and DTA treaties in the Asian region, China, UAE, and Europe.
• Excellent communication skills in Mandarin are required to support the China market and liaise with Mandarin-speaking internal and external stakeholders.
• Knowledge of the palm oil or plantation or manufacturing industry is advantageous.
• SAP system knowledge is an added advantage.

At InCorp, you’re encouraged to lead with purpose and inspiration, question assumptions, and seize new opportunities to achieve quality outcomes in dynamic and innovative ways. We foster a culture built on openness, collaboration, and fairness. Above all, we invest in our people with programs that support their growth, both professionally and personally.

What You Will Do

Collections:

• Responsible for monthly collections of a specified amount. Handle client requests, send weekly reminders, and follow up on overdue accounts every 14 day until payment is received.
• Update and check the AR list weekly, coordinate with the credit control team to generate SOA, and chase payments.

Billings:

• Generate bills through the portal and track to ensure monthly targets are met.
• Compile managers' billing data in a pivot table, match against their allocated portfolio, and inform them of unfulfilled amounts and revenue targets.
• Manage fee recovery for each engagement, adjust recovery rates, and bill upon completion of work.
• Address low fee recoveries by flagging to managers for potential fee increases.
• Discuss financial matters with the finance team as needed.

Reports:

• Prepare weekly reports to track revenue targets.
• Update new and lost clients weekly.
• Prepare monthly management reports summarizing total portfolio revenue for forecasting.
• Generate various reports as requested by management.

Budgets:

• Track all tax deliverables and revenue in terms of Compliance, GST, Personal tax, Advisory, Due Diligence, etc.
• Discuss and update the partner on quarterly budgets for all tax deliverables.

Opportunities Pipelines:

• Track and update all opportunities in the software system, including wins and lost pipelines.

Timesheets:

• Compile staff timesheets in a pivot table to monitor chargeability and utilization.

Client Tax Progress Control (TPC)/Tax Status Report:

• Monitor staff work progress on all client matters.
• Generate weekly status reports to ensure financial accounts are received and updated, commence work, and start the fee quote process to bill clients timely.
• Allocate managers' portfolios in terms of budgets and assist in staff portfolio budget calculations.
• Update ceased client/waiver lists and maintain the clients' database.

General Admin:

• Update tax library books' listings as needed.
• Sort IRAS letters, scan, and disseminate to the engagement team.
• Assign tickets to the respective tax engagement team daily.

Requirements:

• Diploma in Business Studies, Business Management, Business Finance, Accountancy, or a relevant discipline.
• At least 4 years of relevant experience in a similar role, with strong budgeting, financial analysis, and project management skills.
• Proficient in data analysis and problem-solving, committed, resilient under pressure, and capable of working under tight deadlines.
• A good team player with strong interpersonal skills and attention to detail.
• Fluent in English and Chinese, both verbal and written.

What we offer:

We are committed to supporting the holistic well-being of our people as they grow alongside us. We cultivate a community where talent is nurtured and recognized, innovation thrives, and achievements are celebrated. Our health and wellness benefits offer physical, mental, and emotional support for both our team members and their families. Along with annual leave, performance bonuses, medical and insurance coverage, you can enjoy added benefits such as birthday leave and family care leave.

We believe that challenges are best solved together. That’s why, when you join us, you become part of a diverse and global community of problem-solvers. You'll find an unexpected mix of people who bring their unique expertise to build trust in society and tackle important issues. Here, we welcome and encourage you to lead with value and inspiration, question and challenge assumptions, as well as embrace new opportunities to deliver quality outcomes in exciting and unexpected ways, all with the support of technology.

Our Tax Services helps businesses and individuals to achieve their tax objectives in today’s global landscape with the experience and foresight to make the best strategic decisions. As one of the largest tax practices in Singapore, we are a trusted advisor to clients and foster a collaborative relationship, powered by the latest technology and data-driven insights to make decisions in tax strategy, planning and compliance.

How will you value-add?

With more than 400 tax professionals, our Tax Services group is one of the largest tax practices in Singapore. We help individuals, businesses, both public and private organisations, with tax strategy, planning and compliance. Our clients, both local and international, spans across different industries including Financial Services, Consumer and Industrial Goods, Real Estate, Transport and Logistics, Services, Technology, Info-communications, Entertainment and Media.

Your role as a Senior Manager will be the following but not limited to:

• Providing comprehensive and technically excellent Singapore and International corporate tax advisory services involving structuring, investments, M&A and other advisory work to a variety of Singapore/Globally clients across a diverse range of industries;
• Learning (we will train you as part of PwC’s Coaching Culture), applying and delivering Digital Tax Solutions including the use of Robotic Process Automation and Data Analytics;
• Assisting clients with dispute resolutions and enquiries from the tax authority;
• Fostering strong relationships with our clients and taking a pro-active role in ensuring that our clients are up to date with the market’s changes and trends;
• Playing an active role in identifying and winning new business opportunities;
• Actively participating in the coaching, mentoring and management of our team of young professionals;
• Collaborating with other areas of the firms (such as audit and transaction services) as well as government bodies (such as the Economic Development Board and Enterprise Singapore).

About you

• Recognised relevant Degree and/or relevant Postgraduate/Professional Qualification in Accounting, Tax, Business, Economics, Law or Technology;
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in Singapore and International corporate tax;
• Strong in written and spoken English;
• Communicates with impact, knowledge and strong understanding of client’s needs;
• Ability and willingness to keep up-to-date technically and learn digital skills to deliver effectively

*Only shortlisted candidates will be notified due to the high number of applicants for this role.

Looking for an immediate starter with a minimum of 2-3 years of full set accounting experience. Candidates with taxation experience will be highly advantageous.

Job Details:

• Contract: 1 year
• Location: West - Clementi
• Working Hours: Mondays to Fridays: 8.30 am to 5.30 pm (Wednesday : 8.30 am to 6.00 pm)

Job Description:

• In charge of the preparation of entities’ monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements in compliance with all regulatory requirements, including SFRS, Corporate tax, Charity and IPC specific reporting obligations
• Ensure accurate and timely delivery of monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports, including the analysis and commentary on major variances
• Provide monthly audit schedules and assist in internal and external audit queries
• In charge for preparation of entities corporate tax (ECI) and work closely with tax agent to file annual corporate tax returns
• Handle all tax queries and tax audit whenever required
• Assist with preparation of transfer pricing documentation
• Support and ensure compliance with all financial filling requirements, corporate tax filling requirement
• Involve in continuous process improvement for more effective and efficient operation
• Assist in new business initiatives and system implementation when required
• Able to work within tight deadlines

Qualifications and requirements:

• Degree in accounting or ACCA and/or its equivalent
• Minimum 2-3 years working experience with full set accounting and preferably with audit/tax background.
• Good working knowledge of SFRS and Singapore tax.
• Well-versed in MS Office, especially MS Excel, Powerpoint, Word and Outlook
• A self-starter who can plan, organize and take initiative to meet job objectives and deadlines independently
• Can-do attitude, good team player, driven and passionate.

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Should you be interested in this position, please contact Coco at 8121 4759 your resume directly for fast respond.

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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Looking for an immediate starter with a minimum of 2-3 years of full set accounting experience. Candidates with taxation experience will be highly advantageous.

Job Details:

• Contract: 1 year
• Location: West - Clementi
• Working Hours: Mondays to Fridays: 8.30 am to 5.30 pm (Wednesday : 8.30 am to 6.00 pm)

Job Description:

• In charge of the preparation of entities’ monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements in compliance with all regulatory requirements, including SFRS, Corporate tax, Charity and IPC specific reporting obligations
• Ensure accurate and timely delivery of monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports, including the analysis and commentary on major variances
• Provide monthly audit schedules and assist in internal and external audit queries
• In charge for preparation of entities corporate tax (ECI) and work closely with tax agent to file annual corporate tax returns
• Handle all tax queries and tax audit whenever required
• Assist with preparation of transfer pricing documentation
• Support and ensure compliance with all financial filling requirements, corporate tax filling requirement
• Involve in continuous process improvement for more effective and efficient operation
• Assist in new business initiatives and system implementation when required
• Able to work within tight deadlines

Qualifications and requirements:

• Degree in accounting or ACCA and/or its equivalent
• Minimum 2-3 years working experience with full set accounting and preferably with audit/tax background.
• Good working knowledge of SFRS and Singapore tax.
• Well-versed in MS Office, especially MS Excel, Powerpoint, Word and Outlook
• A self-starter who can plan, organize and take initiative to meet job objectives and deadlines independently
• Can-do attitude, good team player, driven and passionate.

Interested candidate please click "APPLY"to begin your job search journey and submit your CV directly through the official PERSOLKELLY job application platform - GO Mobile https://go.persolkelly.com/job/apply/8839

Should you be interested in this position, please contact Coco at 8121 4759 your resume directly for fast respond.

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

By sending us your personal data and curriculum vitae (CV), you are deemed to consent to PERSOLKELLY Singapore Pte Ltd and its affiliates to collect, use and disclose your personal data for the purposes set out in the Privacy Policy available at https://www.persolkelly.com.sg/policies. You acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree with the Privacy Policy.

PERSOLKELLY Singapore Pte Ltd • UEN No. 200007268E • EA License No. 01C4394 • EA Registration No. R23117223 (Poh Siew Ling)