Assistant Manager - APAC Indirect Tax

Macquarie Bank Limited; India; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing leave

Parental leave

Company-subsidised childcare services

Volunteer leave & donation matching

Medical & life insurance

Flexible working arrangements

Home office equipment reimbursement

Job summary

Macquarie Bank Limited in APAC seeks an Assistant Manager in Indirect Tax with 4–6 years' experience. You will manage indirect tax compliance deliverables across APAC, focusing on India and Singapore, including GST/VAT returns, tax accounting entries, registrations, and audits.

The role partners with regional teams, identifies process improvements, and supports cross-border indirect tax projects, leveraging strong Excel and tax systems knowledge.

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of indirect tax experience.
• Strong knowledge of GST/VAT concepts and compliances.
• Experience with India GST is required; exposure to Singapore GST or other APAC regimes preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage and review indirect tax compliance deliverables across APAC, focusing on India and Singapore.
• Support preparation and review of GST/VAT returns, tax payments, reconciliations, and month-end entries.
• Assist with tax registrations, audit queries, and technical assessments; partner with internal stakeholders to drive improvements.

Skills

GST/VAT knowledge

Indirect tax compliance

Audit support processes

Excel / reporting tools

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Education

CA/CPA or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Tax accounting software

ERP systems

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Manager in APAC Indirect Tax to join our team. The role is suited for a tax professional with 4–6 years of experience in indirect tax, preferably with exposure to APAC jurisdictions. You will work closely with regional teams, including India and Singapore, to support tax compliance, tax accounting, advisory, and process improvement activities.

We are a global financial services group operating in 30 markets with 57 years of unbroken profitability. At Macquarie, you’re empowered to shape a career that is fulfilling and creates value. You will bring your insights and expertise to the task at hand and feel supported as you make your own kind of impact for a better future.

What role will you play?

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In this role, you will be responsible for managing and reviewing indirect tax compliance deliverables across APAC, with a focus on India and Singapore. You will support the preparation and review of GST/VAT returns, tax payments, balance sheet reconciliations, month-end indirect tax accounting entries, GST registrations, audit queries, and tax technical assessments. You will also be expected to partner with internal stakeholders, identify process improvements, and support regional indirect tax projects.

What you offer

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• Chartered Accountant, CPA, or equivalent professional qualification preferred, with 4–6 years of relevant experience in indirect tax.
• Strong working knowledge of GST/VAT concepts, indirect tax compliances, tax accounting entries, reconciliations, and audit support processes.
• Experience in India GST is required; exposure to Singapore GST and/or other APAC indirect tax regimes will be preferred.
• Ability to review tax returns, identify issues, perform technical analysis, and support tax positions with appropriate documentation.
• Good understanding of accounting standards, financial systems, reporting tools, and Microsoft Excel; experience with automation or process improvement initiatives will be an advantage.
• Strong communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work effectively in a global team across different time zones.
• Curious, proactive, and detail-oriented mindset, with the ability to manage deadlines and contribute to cross-border indirect tax projects.

What we offer

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At Macquarie, you’re empowered to shape a career that’s rewarding in all the ways that matter most to you. Macquarie employees can access a wide range of benefits which, depending on eligibility criteria, include:

• 1 wellbeing leave day per year
• 26 weeks’ paid maternity leave or 20 weeks' paid parental leave for primary caregivers along with 12 days of paid transition leave upon return to work and 6 weeks' paid leave for secondary caregivers
• Company-subsidised childcare services
• 2 days of paid volunteer leave and donation matching
• Benefits to support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing including comprehensive medical and life insurance cover, the option to join parental medical insurance plan and virtual medical consultations extended to family members
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program, a robust behavioural health network with counselling and coaching services
• Access to a wide range of learning and development opportunities, including reimbursement for professional membership or subscription
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements, dependent on role
• Reimbursement for work from home equipment

About Financial Management, People and Engagement

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Financial Management, People and Engagement (FPE) provides a single interface for Macquarie’s businesses across key areas of people, strategy, communications and financial management. Comprising two pillars - Financial Management, and People and Engagement - it is responsible for managing the Group’s financial, tax and treasury activities and strategic priorities, fostering our culture through people and community engagement strategies, and engaging with stakeholders to protect and promote Macquarie’s reputation globally.

Inclusion at Macquarie

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We are committed to providing an inclusive environment for all, where different experiences, skills and perspectives are valued and respected. Macquarie provides access to opportunities for all individuals regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, gender identity or any other characteristic or circumstance.
We provide reasonable adjustments to individuals who may need support during the recruitment process and employment. If you require an adjustment, please let us know during the application process.