APAC Tax Strategy & Compliance Lead

Gates; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Gates is seeking a regional head of tax to lead APAC and India tax strategy, planning and compliance across multiple entities. You will oversee corporate income tax, transfer pricing, VAT/GST and tax audits, collaborating with HQ tax teams and regional finance colleagues to optimize tax outcomes.

The role requires deep expertise in ASC 740, FAS 109, and cross-border tax issues, with a proven track record in complex multinational environments. Flexibility for regional travel is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA or MBA in Tax preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of corporate tax experience in a big firm or multinational.
• Strong understanding of FAS 109 and ASC 740; tax accounting concepts essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead corporate tax, transfer pricing, compliance and provision for APAC entities.
• Oversee VAT/GST returns across APAC; monitor regulatory changes.
• Plan tax strategies, cross-border issues, and post‑acquisition integration support.
• Manage direct and indirect tax audits and liaise with authorities.

Skills

Tax planning

Tax compliance

Transfer pricing

Audit defense

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Advanced Excel

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA or MBA in Tax

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Gates is seeking a regional head of tax to lead APAC and India tax strategy, planning and compliance across multiple entities. You will oversee corporate income tax, transfer pricing, VAT/GST and tax audits, collaborating with HQ tax teams and regional finance colleagues to optimize tax outcomes.

The role requires deep expertise in ASC 740, FAS 109, and cross-border tax issues, with a proven track record in complex multinational environments. Flexibility for regional travel is expected.