Total 9 Director/C-Level tax accountant job vacancies in 3 CHANGI BUSINESS PARK CRESCENT CHANGI BUSINESS PARK SINGAPORE

Job Summary

The Director, Tax, Asia Pacific, is responsible for all tax compliance, planning and business support for all entities in the Asia Pacific region, and reports to AVP, International Tax under the U.S. Global Tax Team with a dotted line functional reporting to the Chief Finance Executive, Asia Pacific, Europe & Middle East (APEME).

Job Roles & Responsibilities

• Serve as the tax leader for all tax matters in the Asia Pacific region.
• Oversees local country tax compliance, tax audits and transfer pricing for all entities in the region including coordinating with the finance teams, external tax advisors, law department and US Finance and tax teams.
• Oversees local country tax provision for all entities in coordination with the local finance teams, external tax advisors and US tax team.
• Work with various process owners (eg: Marketing & Sales, Operations, Inventory Revenue Management, Development, Asset Management, Legal, Human Resources, etc.) to provide business support/advice and tax planning including but not limited for new product form, new business initiatives, M&A transactions and tax structuring.
• Overseeing and working with local Finance & Accounting (F&A) teams and external tax advisers on the various tax audits in the Asia Pacific region.
• Ensure technical development and training for the Finance team on relevant tax developments.
• Manage day to day relationship, budget and service levels from external tax advisors across the region.
• Manage internal controls SOX compliance and documentation requirements.

Job Requirements

• Qualified accountant (CTA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent). Accounting or Finance degree preferred.
• 8-10 years international tax experience in Big 4 or multinational corporation with advanced tax experience in the following:

o Tax planning, compliance and audits.

o Tax forecasting.

o Foreign tax credit and cash repatriation planning.

o US GAAP and IFRS accounting for income taxes.

o VAT, employment taxes and other non-income tax issues.

• Good exposure to taxation in Thailand, Indonesia, Hong Kong and Singapore.
• Experience with SOX compliance requirements.
• Strong computer skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong leadership and influencing skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and contribute to a culture of excellence, integrity and accountability.
• Willingness to travel.

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

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 12+ 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.

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

​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 help 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.

Achieving your tax objectives in today's global landscape requires experience and foresight. Make the best decisions to strategically move your business forward with confidence.

How will you value-add?

• Work across FS responsible for development of the FATCA and CRS reporting business, including sales and optimization of delivery model.
• Work closely with teams within Tax services to drive efficiency and appropriate cross-selling.
• Develop new ideas, solutions, and structures; drive thought leadership.
• Solve problems by exploring multiple angles and using creativity, encouraging others to do the same.
• Balance long-term, short-term, detail-oriented, and big picture thinking.
• Make strategic choices and drive change by addressing system-level enablers.
• Promote technological advances, creating an environment where people and technology thrive together.
• Identify gaps in the market and convert opportunities to success for the Firm.

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

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 & 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.

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

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.

Due to tremendous demand within the region, we are looking to hire a Director candidate (depending on experience) in our Tax Practice in Singapore. Our Tax Practice covers all aspects of tax advisory services in Asia, including M&A tax due diligence, tax structuring, general tax advisory services etc.

Responsibilities

• Lead and/or execute a diverse range of complex assignments as well as cross border transactions.
• Carry out tax due diligence, and advise on tax implications of mergers, acquisitions and restructurings.
• Address key corporate areas of tax advisory, tax planning and dispute resolution.
• Provide integrated due diligence with our Transaction Advisory Group and Private Equity Performance Improvement Group teams to the world’s largest and most high profile corporate, private equity and financial investors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting preferred.
• 10 years of tax consulting experience – Big 4 experience preferred.
• Possess strong leadership, execution, and coaching skills.
• Ability to exceed client expectations and deliver high quality client service.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills
• Team player who can excel in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial, challenging work environment.
• Good writing, analytical, research and organizational skills.

OVERVIEW OF A&M SOUTHEAST ASIA AND AUSTRALIA

Alvarez & Marsal established its Southeast Asia and Australia presence in 2017 and has in the last year scaled up rapidly across the region, with 8 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) and Seoul.

In addition to these locations, A&M Asia has extensive experience in serving clients across other APAC countries. Our experienced team has an average of more than 15 years’ experience and combines top-tiers consultants and C-level executives from different industries. Our clients consist of Private Equity firms investing in Asia or with portfolio businesses operating in Asia; distressed funds or hedge funds holding debt issued by Asian companies; banks lending to Asian businesses; local and multinational corporations with businesses, operations and supply chains in Asia as well as law firms.