This role offers an excellent opportunity for Tax advisory and compliance professional, who is client service focused, highly organized and detail orientated, to play a key role in the growth of the Tax business unit. A key member of the management team, your role is pivotal to client experience, to accelerating team success and to manage our diverse portfolio of corporate and individual clients. Your responsibilities will include the provision of comprehensive and effective tax advisory services and/or the preparation of tax computations, tax returns and GST compliance.

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
• Assess and identify (cross business line) business development opportunities, whilst managing tax engagements
• 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
• Work along with staff, peers and partners on the delivery of tax advisory to multinational clients across industries in Singapore and globally
• Lead the team and the process for all tax related engagements
• Manage junior staff coaching, training and development
• Build strong external and internal relations with clients, networks, teams and across other service
• Involve in any other adhoc projects and related tasks as and when required by the Partner(s)

Requirements:

• Degree in Accountancy, Finance, or relevant discipline preferably with a professional qualification as recognised by SCTP
• Minimum 6 years related experience, preferably from a professional services firm/Accounting firm
• Must be familiar with Singapore Tax guidelines
• Strong delivery management, enforcement of timely execution and on time delivery
• Proven leadership, project management and analytical skills
• Proven communication skills, including spoken and written English, and ability to work across all levels
• Strong team player
• Motivated and looking for career growth and development

Company Overview:

Traveloka is a leading technology company that provides a one-stop travel and lifestyle platform for customers in Southeast Asia. Our platform offers a wide range of travel-related services, including flight and hotel bookings, activities, attractions, and more. With a mission to empower travelers with seamless experiences, we're committed to pushing the boundaries of technology and innovation in the travel industry.

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!

Job Description:

Traveloka is seeking an experienced indirect tax professional to join our Tax team as a Senior Manager. Reporting to the VP of Tax, this role will be responsible for working with other Tax team members in driving our business partnering capabilities to proactively support Traveloka’s business expansion efforts, ensuring seamless alignment of tax strategies with overarching business objectives.

The Senior Manager will serve as strategic advisor to business teams, collaborating closely with business teams to understand their business goals, operations, and challenges on a proactive basis. This role will team with cross functional business and stakeholder teams for development and implementation of key strategic tax advice, and facilitate effective communication on tax requirements to all stakeholders.

The ideal candidate should be a motivated self-starter with good business acumen and be able to communicate complex tax concepts in ways that are relevant and meaningful to non-tax professionals. The candidate should have proven experience in international indirect taxes, and have strong collaboration skills to work in partnership with other tax and transfer pricing team members, as well as external tax advisors, to deliver holistic and practical tax solutions. Importantly, the candidate should be comfortable operating in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with a high degree of ambiguity and change, working with a high level of collegiality on projects spanning multiple teams.

In this position, you will:

• Serve as a trusted tax advisor to all areas of our business, building deep and meaningful relationships with all relevant stakeholders
• Management and coordination of all tax business planning and related business enquiries
• Assess business initiatives/enquiries to understand business goals and requirements on a proactive basis for purposes of tax analysis
• Drive standardization and automation of indirect tax processes
• Research and document tax issues, including coordination with external advisors and internal teams, and drafting technical memos/opinions
• Scope impact of new business initiatives on existing processes and systems
• Identify and track planning and policy trends for the geographies we operate in and proactively work with the business on updates required
• Develop commercially viable tax solutions that are consistent and scalable, and ensure projects launch with tax requirements and processes implemented
• Manage the delivery of tax deliverables, coordination and problem-solving across a multi-functional team, including business, legal, accounting, finance teams
• Effectively communicate tax solutions and requirements to internal stakeholders
• Reporting on planning initiatives and launches to tax and business leaders

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Requirements

Basic Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Law or relevant related discipline
• 10+ years of tax experience working in large multinational corporations and either legal or public accounting firms
• Experience in international indirect taxes is a must, with ability to navigate direct tax and transfer pricing issues in partnership with support from internal and external advisors
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex tax issues effectively to non-tax audiences
• Knowledge of accounting principles, concepts and entries
• Good business acumen and interpersonal skills with ability to influence and build deep relationships with stakeholders at all levels
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively on multiple complex projects across cross-functional teams

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience within a multinational technology business is preferred
• CA (Chartered Accountant) or equivalent
• Experience with tax technology, automation and transformation

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

Company’s Profile

Julian Grey’s client, a Public Accountants and Chartered Accountants firm in Singapore that provides a full range of professional services.

Key Responsibilities

· Advise on tax-efficient operations, investments, and financial transactions while ensuring accurate tax compliance.

· Handle tax audits, liaise with authorities, and mitigate tax-related risks.

· Monitor tax law changes, analyze impacts, and update strategies and policies.

· Lead and mentor a team, ensuring quality in tax advisory and compliance.

· Collaborate with clients and advisors to resolve complex tax matters.

· Track tax administration progress and prepare revenue forecasts.

· Support special projects like tax restructuring and international tax planning.

Requirements:

· Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, Finance, or a professional qualification (e.g., ACCA, CPA/CA).

· Accredited Tax Professional with SCTP in Income Tax; GST accreditation is an advantage.

· Minimum of 5 years of relevant business tax experience, preferably in a public accounting or audit firm.

· Strong technical tax knowledge, including corporate tax, GST, and tax policy development.

· Experience in managing complex and sizable tax engagements.

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Our client is an international professional services provider with a wide network spanning across various parts of the world. Due to continuous business expansion within their corporate tax team, they are now seeking to hire a driven and tenacious individual as their Corporate Tax Manager or Senior Corporate Tax Manager and be part of their team.

Responsibilities:

Corporate Tax Compliance:

• Oversee and manage the preparation and review of corporate tax returns for a portfolio of clients, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Ensure compliance with corporate tax regulations, including the filing of tax returns, tax computations, and other tax-related documents.
• Monitor changes in tax laws and regulations, ensuring that clients are informed and their tax strategies are adjusted accordingly.

Tax Advisory & Planning:

• Provide proactive tax planning strategies to minimize tax liabilities and enhance tax efficiency for clients.
• Advise on the tax implications of mergers, acquisitions, restructurings, and other corporate transactions.
• Support clients in managing corporate tax risks, identifying opportunities for tax savings, and addressing tax challenges.

Client Relationship Management:

• Serve as the main point of contact for corporate clients on tax matters, managing day-to-day client interactions and ensuring a high level of service.
• Develop strong relationships with clients, understanding their business needs and offering tailored tax solutions.
• Lead client meetings, delivering complex tax information in a clear and practical manner.

Tax Audits & Dispute Resolution:

• Support clients during tax audits, including the preparation of documentation, managing communication with tax authorities, and addressing audit queries.
• Assist clients in handling tax disputes, providing technical support and negotiating settlements with tax authorities when necessary.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Collaborate with other departments within the firm, such as audit and advisory, to deliver integrated solutions for clients.
• Work closely with the firm’s international tax teams to address cross-border tax issues and provide clients with global tax solutions.

Team Leadership & Development:

• Supervise, mentor, and train junior staff in the corporate tax team, ensuring their professional growth and development.
• Manage and allocate resources to ensure the successful delivery of client projects.
• Review work prepared by junior staff and ensured high-quality service delivery.

Research & Technical Analysis:

• Conduct research on complex tax issues and provide clients with technical advice based on the latest tax legislation and case law.
• Stay updated on tax developments, including local and international tax regulations, and share insights with clients and the team.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Degree in Accountancy, Finance, or relevant discipline preferably with a professional qualification as recognised by SCTP
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in corporate tax, with experience in a mid-tier or Big 4 tax firm preferred.
• Must be familiar with Singapore Tax guidelines.
• Strong understanding of corporate tax laws, regulations, and tax accounting.
• Experience in providing tax advisory services, with a focus on strategic tax planning and risk management.
• Proven ability to manage multiple client engagements and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain client relationships.
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to manage and develop junior team members.
• Proficiency in tax software and financial reporting tools is advantageous.

about the company

A well known consulting company that has over 10 offices globally. They have 19 Partners in total bringing in clients from diverse industries.

about the job

Provide tax advisory services to clients, including tax research, return preparation, and optimization strategies, while ensuring compliance with tax laws and regulations.

skills and experience required

You should ideally be degree qualified in accounting or an equivalent. You should have 3 years of experience in Tax. It can be direct or indirect tax. Office is in CBD - 1 day work from home, 4 days work in the office. Culture is easy going, good work life balance. Senior candidates get to do BD and bring in clients to service. Junior level staff are more delivery-focussed.

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

Job Description:

We are looking for an experienced person to join the International Tax Department to help shape, develop and execute SHEIN’s global indirect tax strategies. This person will have the chance to work with different departments in SHEIN and alongside business leaders. The ideal candidate should enjoy non-conventional tax work and thrives in a fast-paced work environment. He or she should have a strong background in international indirect taxation, be self-driven and possess a strong sense of ownership to see projects to conclusion.

Job Responsibilities:

• Monitor changes in global indirect tax policies and regulations, assess their impact on the company's operations and advise senior management on potential risks and opportunities.
• Develop and implement global indirect tax strategies to optimize the company's global indirect tax position and risks, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations and optimising indirect tax costs.
• Lead the planning, execution, and monitoring of indirect tax projects that directly impacts Business eg. Cost optimization, Automation.
• Provide day-to-day operational indirect tax guidance to business and finance functions and provide end-to-end support to enable products/projects go-to-market.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
• At least 12 years of international Indirect tax experience with a passion to make a difference.
• Experience in E-commerce/online business is a plus.
• Demonstrates thought leadership ability to communicate complicated tax matters across all levels of th oerganization in a value driven manner.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, while maintaining a high level of accuracy and professionalism.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset, with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Proven track record of successfully managing complex projects from initiation to completion and meeting deadlines.

About SHEIN

SHEIN is a global online fashion and lifestyle retailer, offering SHEIN branded apparel and products from a global network of vendors, all at affordable prices. Headquartered in Singapore, with more than 16,000 employees operating from offices around the world, SHEIN is committed to making the beauty of fashion accessible to all, promoting its industry-leading, on-demand production methodology, for a smarter, future-ready industry.

To learn more about SHEIN follow us at sheingroup.com

This role offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced GST professional, who is client service focused, highly organized and detail orientated, to play a key role in the growth of the Tax practice. A key member of the management team, your role is pivotal to client experience, to accelerating team success and to manage our diverse portfolio of corporate and individual clients. Your responsibilities will include the provision of GST advisory and compliance services to our clients.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

• Advise clients on the GST implications of their business operations and transactions of various industries including financial industry
• Assist clients with the applications of GST registration, exemption and various GST schemes
• Review and e-file the clients’ GST returns
• Conducting GST health check reviews, GST due diligence reviews, Assisted Self Help Kit (ASK) reviews, Assisted Compliance Assurance Programme (ACAP) reviews
• Assist clients in managing IRAS GST audits/investigations
• Assist clients in seeking GST rulings from IRAS
• Supporting the partners in developing the GST practice and be involved in any other adhoc projects and related tasks as and when required by the Partners

Job Requirements

• Bachelor of Accountancy, Finance, or relevant discipline preferably with a professional qualification as recognised by SCTP
• Minimum 6 years of Singapore GST experience, preferably from a professional services firm/accounting firm
• Must be familiar with Singapore Tax laws and guideline
• Strong delivery, enforcement of timely execution and on time delivery
• Proven leadership, client, staff and project management and analytical skills
• Strong spoken and written communication skills, and ability to work across all levels. Effectively bilingual
• Strong team player
• Ability to work under pressure and multi-task
• Motivated and looking for career growth and development
• Possessing an accreditation by SCTP will be an advantage, eg. Accredited Tax Practitioner (ATP) (GST) or Accredited Tax Advisor (GST)

Tax Team

The 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:

• Manage a portfolio of corporate tax compliance clients
• Work on tax advisory engagements
• Provide clear updates to the leaders in the team
• Review and improve the process
• Identify tax planning opportunities
• Provide technical training, and
• Mentor and manage junior tax staff including Associates and Senior Associates

Qualifications and requirements:

• Preferably possess any recognised degree in any discipline or equivalent qualification in accounting and/or relevant Professional Qualification
• At least 3 years of relevant corporate tax working experience
• Attained / Attaining Singapore Chartered Tax Professionals (SCTP) Level 2 Corporate Tax accreditation would be an added advantage
• Leading a team and have strong understanding of corporate tax issues
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with a commitment to understand client requirements
• Good writing and communication skills with good knowledge on Microsoft office

about the company

Fortune 500 manufacturer with international presence. They are looking for a Tax Assistant Manager to deal with SEA tax.

about the role

We are seeking a skilled professional to support internal teams with tax-related matters, including preparing tax returns and supporting documents for income tax, VAT/GST, and other areas. Responsibilities include reviewing tax work papers and returns, preparing tax provisions for global financial statements, and analyzing changes in tax laws. The role also involves preparing or reviewing transfer pricing studies, conducting tax research, and addressing tax authority inquiries. Additionally, you will ensure the accuracy of tax packages, provide technical support for restructuring, liaise with external service providers, and stay updated on changes in tax legislation and regulations that impact the business.

skills and experience required

You should possess a finance or accounting degree. You should have at least 3 years of relevant experience in Corporate tax. Prior experience in big 4 tax role will be advantageous. You have to be able to converse in Mandarin OR Vietnamese in order to work seamlessly with colleagues in those regions with limited English proficiency. Office is in the Northeast part of Singapore.

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

Tax Team

The 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.

As a Corporate Tax Manager, your responsibilities include:

• managing a portfolio of corporate tax clients, delivering high quality professional services
• working with clients to understand business requirements to develop and maintain client relationships
• handling tax queries, planning and restructuring inquires
• acting as an engagement lead which includes planning, scheduling and budgeting of projects
• mentoring and managing junior tax staff including Senior Associates and Associates

Qualifications and requirements

• Recognised Degree and/or relevant Professional Qualification
• Singapore Chartered Tax Professionals (SCTP) accreditation would be an added advantage
• Able to lead a team and have a strong understanding of corporate tax issues
• Minimum 6 years of relevant experience
• Strong technical and analytical skills
• Strong leadership, communication and interpersonal skills, with a commitment to understand clients’ requirements

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.

Key Responsibilities

1. Tax Strategy & Compliance Optimization

Identify opportunities to maximize cash flow and minimize the effective tax rate.

Detect tax issues and potential savings through Interim Tax Compliance Checks.

Lead the design and implementation of tax strategies across the region.

2. Tax Issue Management & Capability Building

Conduct local tax education and quarterly evaluations to identify and resolve tax issues.

Facilitate cross-subsidiary collaboration through tax process checks and issue resolution projects.

Establish optimal tax risk management frameworks for subsidiaries.

3. Compliance and Integrity Maintenance

Strengthen the tax risk monitoring system to ensure compliance and issue integrity.

Ensure adherence to the highest tax compliance and ethical standards.

Oversee federal, state, and international income tax returns and related analyses.

4. Process Improvement & Standardization

Develop internal processes within the Asia Tax Center.

Standardize tax issue management guidelines and evaluation processes for subsidiaries.

Ensure continuous improvement of tax-related processes, focusing on efficiency and transparency.

5. Other Responsibilities

Lead tax project planning and implementation.

Act as the primary contact for tax strategy, tax planning, tax compliance, tax advisory, and tax technical training.

Maintain strong relationships with external tax authorities and internal business units.

Lead audits of federal, state, and international tax filings.

Ensure risk management ratings are maintained through effective tax governance.

Requirements

1. Educational Background:

Bachelor's Degree in Tax, Accounting, or Business Management.

Master’s Degree in Business Taxation or a related field (Preferred).

2. Professional Experience, Skills & Competencies:

Minimum 15 years of relevant tax experience in the financial services or related industry.

Strong background in international tax, tax planning, and regulatory compliance.

In-depth knowledge of global tax laws, international tax structures, and compliance standards.

Excellent leadership and project management skills.

Ability to manage cross-functional and multicultural teams across different countries.

Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.

High proficiency in tax management systems and financial reporting tools.

Tax Team

The 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

• Managing a portfolio of clients’ globally mobile employees in Singapore. This includes the review of tax returns, tax clearances, employer year end form, coordinating overseas compliance and global mobility advisory work.
• Providing Singapore tax advice and compliance for employers with stock options, Restricted Stock, Restricted Stock Units and other forms of incentive plans
• Reviewing payroll and providing employers with advice on their employer obligations
• Acting as an engagement lead which includes planning, scheduling and budgeting of projects
• Managing marketing and business development, and
• Mentoring and developing our trainees.

Qualifications and requirements

• Any recognised bachelor’s degree in any discipline or equivalent qualification in accounting
• At least 5 years of relevant tax working experience
• Attained / attaining accreditation from the Singapore Chartered Tax Professionals (SCTP) would be an added advantage
• Able to work with complex and detailed information, organised
• Attention to details and ability to manage multiple engagements at the same time
• Familiar with Microsoft Office
• Highly motivated with the ability to work both independently and as a team player
• Skilled in writing, interpersonal communication skills in building rapport and collaborating effectively with other team members

The Senior Tax Consultant will play a key role within a public accounting firm in Singapore, responsible for providing professional tax and financial advisory services to corporate and individual clients. This role requires the candidate to have a solid foundation in finance and taxation, hold ACCA certification, and lead a team to provide solutions that comply with industry and regulatory standards. The consultant will also lead the team in maintaining client relationships and ensuring that clients receive excellent support in tax compliance, financial planning, audit, and reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Client Advisory and Management:Provide comprehensive tax and financial advisory services to clients, addressing complex tax issues.
   Assist clients in tax planning and financial optimization, ensuring compliance with Singapore and international tax regulations.
   Offer professional advice on tax structuring, transfer pricing, international taxation, mergers and acquisitions, and other related areas as per clients' needs.
   
2. Tax Compliance and Optimization:Assist clients in the preparation and submission of annual tax returns, quarterly reports, and other compliance documents.
   Identify and recommend relevant tax incentives and schemes (e.g., tax exemptions, tax incentive programs) to clients.
   Support clients in handling tax audits and investigations, and respond to queries from the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS).
   
3. Team Leadership and Training:Lead and guide tax and accounting team members, ensuring timely and efficient delivery of client needs.
   Conduct training for the team on tax policies and regulatory updates, enhancing the team's professional capabilities.
   Oversee and review the quality of the team’s work, ensuring that the advisory and services provided to clients meet high standards.
   
4. Cross-Department Collaboration:Collaborate with other departments within the firm (such as audit, legal advisory, and risk management) to deliver integrated tax and financial services to clients.
   Assist the company in expanding tax advisory services and provide customized solutions for potential clients.
   
5. Business Development and Client Relationship Management:Participate in and drive the expansion of the firm’s tax advisory services, establishing long-term relationships with potential clients.
   Maintain good communication with existing clients, offering periodic tax advisory services and ensuring high client satisfaction.
   

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in tax, accounting, or a related field, with ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) certification.
• At least 8 years of relevant experience in taxation and accounting, particularly in public accounting firms or tax advisory firms.
• Extensive experience in team management, with the ability to lead and develop a tax and accounting team.
• Deep understanding of Singapore and Southeast Asian tax regulations and financial policies, with knowledge of international taxation being a plus.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, able to clearly explain complex tax concepts to clients and internal teams.
• Strong business development abilities, able to identify new opportunities and drive the growth of the firm’s tax services.
• Proficiency in tax and accounting software, and experience in using financial analysis tools.

Corporate Tax

• Assist and support in providing tax compliance and advisory services to clients spanning various industries
• Prepare clients' corporate and individual tax returns, including estimated chargeable income filing and withholding tax returns
• Assist clients in responding to queries from the tax authorities
• Attend to queries from clients and all matters arising from a portfolio of clients

GST

• Applying for GST registration/de-registration
• Preparing, reviewing and filing GST quarterly returns
• Assisting clients to apply for certain GST relief schemes
• Attending to GST queries raised by IRAS
• Conducting GST health checks, ASK and ACAP reviews for clients
• Handling GST audits and investigations
• Making voluntary disclosure of errors to IRAS
• Applying for advance rulings on the GST treatment of proposed transactions

Job Requirements

• Preferably Degree in Accountancy or equivalent professional qualification in Accountancy or SCTP Accredited Tax Professionals are preferred
• Positive attitude with great communication skills, meticulous, analytical and the ability to work effectively in a team
• Entry level candidates with recognised university degrees who are interested to pursue a career in tax are also welcome to apply as training will be provided
• Candidate with at least 3 years of relevant experience will be considered for Senior position
• Strong in written and verbal English
• Good knowledge of tax laws and regulations
• Good report writing and interpersonal skills
• Singaporean only

This role offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced Transfer Pricing professional, who is client service focused, highly organized and detail oriented, to play a key role in the growth of the Tax business unit. A key member of the management team, your role is pivotal to client experience, to accelerating team success and to overseeing the transfer pricing portfolio for our financial services clients.

Responsibilities

• To advise clients on their Singapore and international tax affairs by helping them understand the pricing implications of goods and services between related parties, as well as providing advice on tax implications of deals.
• Help clients comply with transfer pricing rules and plan comprehensive tax and transfer pricing strategies through the use of Organisation for Economic Cooperation (OECD) guidelines’ and Singapore transfer pricing guidelines’ methodologies.
• Work with our international clients to understand their business model and plan their transfer pricing policies in line with their business models.
• Undertake functional analysis interviews, benchmarking studies and analysing the clients’ issues for transfer pricing documentation purposes.
• Advise planning opportunities to our clients based on the OECD and Singapore TP Guidelines.
• Coordinate with the Mazars global network firms on client issues.
• Project manage regional and/or global transfer pricing projects.
• Manage projects in relation to transfer pricing audits and regional TP projects.
• Working with staff, peers and partners on the delivery of transfer pricing solutions and strategies to multinational clients in the financial services sector in Singapore and globally.
• Lead a team and the process for the functional analysis, industry research and benchmarking studies and to apply information to assess client’s position and develop effective approaches accordingly.
• Lead the team and the process for the advice and preparation of transfer pricing policies and documentation.
• Able to review, provide recommendations on agreements and/or documents of clients for compliance and risk mitigation purposes
• Able to assess and identify (cross business line) business development opportunities, whilst managing transfer pricing engagements.
• Build strong external and internal relationships with clients, networks, teams and across other services.
• Involved in any other ad hoc projects and related tasks as and when required.

Requirements

• Degree in law, finance, tax, accounting or relevant discipline
• Motivated, self- driven and ambitious professionals with at least 5 to 10 years of Transfer Pricing experience preferably in the Asia-Pacific and/or Europe Region and from a professional services firm.
• Preferably with experience in dealing with TP matters with Financial Services Clients and/ or Financial Transactions.
• An SCTP accreditation would be an added advantage.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Familiar with OECD and Singapore TP guidelines.
• Strong delivery management, enforcement of timely execution and on time delivery.
• Proven leadership, project management and analytical skills.
• Proven communication skills, including spoken and written English and Mandarin (an added advantage), and ability to work across all levels.
• Strong team player.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Responsible for full set of accounts for SMEs clients.
• Supervise junior team members and provide assistance to the Manager to ensure that the required filings and submissions are done within the stipulated timeline (Supervisor/AM)
• Work with the Manager in identifying areas where SOP and the system can be enhanced to reduce manual work and improve productivity.
• Preparation of tax computations, GST computations, accounting treatment and preparation of unaudited financial statements in compliance with relevant governing law.
• Work with external auditors, resolving any accounting or tax related issues for portfolio of clients.
• Communicate with clients independently and provide assistance to juniors in handling complex clients.
• Perform other ad-hoc duties assigned by the Management.

Requirements

• Degree in relevant field, ongoing ACCA, ACCA graduates or equivalent
• At least 3-5 years of relevant experience
• Analytical with good inter-personal skills and enjoys challenges
• Good understanding of corporate governance, regulatory compliance and accounting principles
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel (including VLookup and Pivot Table) advantageous
• Proficient in XBRL (eXtensible Business Reporting Language) advantageous
• Proficient in accounting software (MYOB, Quickbooks, Xero etc.) advantageous
• Customer service oriented mindset
• Able to multi-task in a fast moving environment
• Able to focus on timeline and target

Benefits

• Medical & Dental benefits upon confirmation
• Increased annual leave entitlements and birthday leave
• Long service award and cash incentive
• Annual salary review & performance bonus
• Company reward incentives
• Quarterly employee engagement activities
• Free snacks and drinks
• Free monthly company arranged lunch & drinks
• Corporate Individual Mobile Scheme Plans
• Training & Development

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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Please send your resume, in WORD format only and quote reference number SN10621934, by clicking the apply button. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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Corporate Tax

• Assist and support in providing tax compliance and advisory services to clients spanning various industries
• Prepare clients' corporate and individual tax returns, including estimated chargeable income filing and withholding tax returns
• Assist clients in responding to queries from the tax authorities
• Attend to queries from clients and all matters arising from a portfolio of clients

GST

• Applying for GST registration/de-registration
• Preparing, reviewing and filing GST quarterly returns
• Assisting clients to apply for certain GST relief schemes
• Attending to GST queries raised by IRAS
• Conducting GST health checks, ASK and ACAP reviews for clients
• Handling GST audits and investigations
• Making voluntary disclosure of errors to IRAS
• Applying for advance rulings on the GST treatment of proposed transactions

Job Requirements

• Preferably Degree in Accountancy or equivalent professional qualification in Accountancy or SCTP Accredited Tax Professionals are preferred
• Positive attitude with great communication skills, meticulous, analytical and the ability to work effectively in a team
• Entry level candidates with recognised university degrees who are interested to pursue a career in tax are also welcome to apply as training will be provided
• Candidate with at least 3 years of relevant experience will be considered for Senior position
• Strong in written and verbal English
• Good knowledge of tax laws and regulations
• Good report writing and interpersonal skills
• Singaporean only

We have opportunities for interested candidates in our tax department - GST and Corporate Tax. Your main responsibility will be to provide timely and accurate services for our clients, and to analyse transaction structures and assist by providing preliminary findings in respect of tax due diligence reviews, restructuring advice and ad-hoc tax advisory projects, etc.

GST

Responsibilities:

• Assist with GST compliance work, which involves preparation and/or review of clients’ GST returns prior to submission
• Assist with the application of GST registration, exemption, and schemes
• Assist clients with IRAS GST audits and queries
• Opportunities to liaise with clients as part of servicing the assigned portfolios and develop client relationships and seek out additional business opportunities
• Opportunities to conduct GST healthchecks such as Assisted Self-Help Kit (ASK) reviews, and Assisted Compliance Assurance Programme (ACAP) reviews
• Opportunities to have advisory exposure in the course of handling GST compliance work, advising clients on GST implications and applicable treatment of their business transactions
• Opportunities to meet and prospect new clients as part of growing the GST business

Corporate Tax

Responsibilities:

• Extract and analyse financial/tax data and understand the business operation to identify potential tax risks of a target.
• Coordinate and attend meetings with clients, target’s representatives and inter-office advisors.
• Assist in preparing reports, in particular for tax due diligence or reviewing sales and purchase agreements to meet the tight turnaround time.
• Assist in tax research/preparatory work and prepare the advisory work within the tight turnaround time.
• Collate and gather information from inter-office people for fee proposals, deliverables, etc.
• Prepare marketing collaterals or presentations.
• Assist in pitching for new clients or projects including preparing meaningful proposals and attending meetings.
• It could range from deferred tax analysis to preparing tax computations for corporate and individual
• Administrative work such as folder management, risk management, etc

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or relevant disciplines, such as ACCA or Diploma in Accountancy or Business management.
• 1 - 3 years and 2 - 5 years of relevant experience will be considered for Associate and Senior role respectively, but candidates with no experience are also welcome to apply!
• A team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Possesses good writing skills.
• Demonstrates critical thinking skills and good attention to details.
• Exposures to ASK reviews, and ACAP reviews would be an advantage.

Tax Team

The 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.

Job responsibilities

• Managing the delivery of corporate tax services
• Working with clients to understand business requirements
• Leading tax advisory and compliance services across industries
• Advising clients on restructuring exercises and cross-border transactions
• Identifying and following up on opportunities
• Working with Partners to identify business development opportunities
• Handling tax queries from the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore
• Acting as an engagement lead which includes planning, scheduling and budgeting of projects
• Conducting seminars on corporate tax topics for clients and staff
• Mentoring and managing junior tax staff
• Proactively reviewing and continuously improving the workflows

Qualifications and requirements

• Recognised Degree and/or relevant Professional Qualification
• Singapore Chartered Tax Professionals (SCTP) accreditation would be preferred
• Able to lead a team and have a strong understanding of corporate tax issues
• Minimum 6 years of relevant experience
• Strong technical and analytical skills
• Strong leadership, communication (both written and spoken) and interpersonal skills, with a commitment to understand clients’ requirements and groom the team

Job Description:

- Servicing a portfolio of corporate clients

- Responsible for preparing and filing Corporate tax/GST/Withholding tax returns

- Responsible for keeping and maintaining full sets of accounts of corporate clients

- Responsible for preparing full set of financial statements and XBRL of corporate clients

- Attend to queries from clients and assist in responding to queries from the tax authorities

- Assist in ad-hoc duties or assignments, where necessary

Job Requirements:

- A Degree and/or relevant professional qualification in Accountancy and Tax

- A minimum of 3 years relevant experience in corporate tax, GST and accounts

- Knowledgeable in Singapore tax laws and regulations

- Able to work independently, prioritise and meet deadlines

- Good interpersonal and communication skills

- Proficient in MS Office applications

As a Senior Tax Associate, you will be responsible, but not limited to, preparing the tax filing documents, gathering information for tax review and performing tax research projects. You will play a crucial role in our tax team and are expected to stay abreast with emerging tax laws and trends and recommend tax strategies that comply with the relevant legislations to ensure that our clients comply with all regulations in their tax filing obligations. We are looking for friendly and vibrant individuals with the relentless energy to push themselves further, and to find new avenues and unique ways to reach our shared goals.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assist in ensuring clients’ compliance with the tax regulations and meet the relevant tax filing obligations and timelines for both corporate tax and individual tax.
• Assist in the preparation of individuals, sole proprietorship, partnership, corporate and withholding tax computations for a portfolio of clients.
• Ensure timely completion of all assigned deliverables and deliver quality tax services to the clients.
• Engage in open communication and obtain feedback on existing processes to enhance efficiency, service delivery, and assess areas for improvement.
• Develop and maintain professional relationships with clients and internal departments.
• Mentor and guide juniors/interns.
• Other ad-hoc duties as assigned from time-to-time.

REQUIREMENTS

• You should have a Diploma in Accountancy, a Degree preferably in Accountancy or a equivalent professional accounting qualifications such as ACCA, CPA.
• Pursuing or possessing an accreditation by SCTP will be an added advantage
• At least 1 year of relevant working experience preferably in the area of Singapore tax. Applicants with more than 3 or 4 years of relevant working experience in similar role, will be considered for Senior Associate level.
• Basic GST knowledge will be advantageous but not compulsory.
• Fluent in English communications, both verbal and written
• Proactive, and possess good analytical skills
• Demonstrate ability to problem solve, committed, and show strong resilience when faced with issues.
• A good team player and possess good interpersonal skills
• Ability to prioritize work allocated and capable of working under tight deadlines
• Meticulous, organized and methodical
• Self-motivated

Rewards that Go Beyond

• Proximity to Raffles Place and Telok Ayer Stations
• Group medical and hospitalization insurance benefits
• Ongoing training and development programs
• Internal mobility opportunities

The Company

Our client, a US MNC within the Technology industry, is looking to hire a Tax Associate (Regional).

The Role

This role will be responsible for assisting with the preparation and compliance of indirect taxes, including VAT, sales tax, GST, and other applicable local tax regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of tax laws and regulations, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and filing of indirect tax returns (VAT, sales tax, GST, etc.) in compliance with local regulations and within specified deadlines.
• Support the review and analysis of indirect tax liabilities and ensure accurate reporting.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure proper tax treatment of transactions and compliance with indirect tax laws.
• Monitor changes in indirect tax laws and regulations and assist with ensuring the company’s tax positions are aligned with these changes.
• Assist in the preparation of audit documentation and support tax audits by providing necessary reports and information.
• Coordinate with external tax consultants and advisors on tax-related matters.
• Help manage indirect tax compliance for multiple jurisdictions and maintain accurate records of all filings.
• Review contracts, invoices, and transactions to ensure correct indirect tax treatment is applied.
• Support the implementation of indirect tax planning strategies to optimize tax efficiency and minimize risk.
• Assist with identifying and resolving any indirect tax issues or discrepancies.

Your Profile

The ideal candidate should possess a degree in accounting and finance, with CA/CPA certified, and brings along a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in indirect tax function. The incumbent should have strong understanding of tax laws and regulations, have good attention to details, with the ability to work with minimal supervision in a team based environment, and able to multi-task, possess excellent communication skills and are proficient in excel. Immediate availability will be advantageous.

Apply Today

Please send your resume, in WORD format only and quote reference number SK13123174,by clicking the apply button. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted

EA Licence no.: 07C5595 | Susan Koh EA Registration no.: R1107882

The Tax team

The 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

• Manage/support portfolio of clients for corporate tax compliance services
• Manage and build client relationships
• Support clients on IRAS enquiries and audits
• Assist with corporate tax advisory and consulting assignments
• Assist with marketing and business development initiatives, and
• Support and coach associates and interns
• Involved with other broader tax matters

Qualifications and requirements

• Any recognised bachelor’s degree in any discipline or equivalent qualification in accounting
• At least 2 years of relevant tax working experience
• Attained / attaining accreditation from the Singapore Chartered Tax Professionals (SCTP) would be an added advantage
• Able to work with complex and detailed information, organised
• Attention to details and ability to manage multiple engagements at the same time
• Familiar with Microsoft Office
• Highly motivated with the ability to work both independently and as a team player
• Skilled in writing, interpersonal communication skills in building rapport and collaborating effectively with other team members