
Assistant Vice President / Senior Manager, Tax
- Central Region, Singapore
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Provide tax advice on tax-efficient outbound investment structures, including holding and financing structures for acquisitions of companies or properties located in Singapore or overseas, e.g. Vietnam, Malaysia, Australia
- Advise on cross-border tax issues, e.g., profit repatriation strategies, withholding taxes, transfer pricing, etc.
- Review/perform/support tax due diligence on acquisitions & divestment of entities
- Work with legal, financial and tax advisors and internal teams on M&A deals, acquisitions and divestments of investments
- Be responsible for tax compliance reviews and dispute management
- Ensure compliance of BEPS Pillar Two/ Global minimum tax, review the impact of BEPS Pillar Two on group entities and investment structures
- Review transfer pricing documentation, cost allocation and management fee charge methodology and analysis
- Ensure accuracy of tax provisions and disclosures under IFRS/local GAAP in coordination with the finance team
- Engage government bodies and tax authorities for favorable tax positions as well as objections to tax assessments including litigations where applicable
- Keep up to date with changes in Singapore and overseas tax rules and apprise management of any implications on corporate tax position
- Provide ad hoc GST advisory/ support to finance when required
- At least 10 years of relevant experience gained in a Big 4 accounting firm or a large organization with in-house tax function
- Strong knowledge and experience with BEPS 2.0 (Pillar Two) will be preferred
- Regional tax experience preferred
- Exposure to the real estate sector will be preferred
- Degree in Accountancy or ACCA / CPA qualification or equivalent
- Accreditation with the Singapore Chartered Tax Professionals (SCTP)
- Ability to work independently and under pressure
- A resourceful, analytical, and self-motivated mindset
- Strong adaptability and technical skills
- Good communication and interpersonal skills to work with all levels of staff
- Proficiency in written and spoken Chinese preferred
- Flexible benefits with comprehensive medical coverage for self and family
- Training and development opportunities
- Subsidised rates at Ascott serviced residences-
- Strong advocate of staff volunteerism
- Wellness programmes