Assistant Director - Finance Tax

Resort World Sentosa; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Resort World Sentosa seeks a senior tax leader to oversee compliance, advisory, planning and risk management across the group. You will drive tax strategy, controls and reporting, ensuring timely filings and audit readiness.

You will coordinate with external advisors and lead a team while partnering with business units to optimize tax outcomes and support strategic initiatives.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accountancy, Finance, or related discipline.
• 10 years of tax experience across Big 4 and in-house roles.
• Strong ownership, resilience and independent working style.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication and analytical abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee tax compliance and reporting for direct/indirect taxes for the group.
• Lead transfer pricing docs, Country-by-Country Reporting and global tax submissions.
• Provide tax advisory support and partner with cross-functional teams on business decisions.
• Mentor and lead a team; manage external advisors and tax authorities.

Skills

Self-driven

Ownership

Resilience

Problem-solving

Communication

Analytical skills

Presentation skills

Education

Degree in Accountancy, Finance, or related discipline

Job description

Oversee the Group's tax compliance, tax advisory, tax planning and risk management, including the following:

Tax Compliance & Reporting

• Oversee preparation and timely filing of all direct and indirect tax returns (e.g., corporate income tax, VAT/GST, withholding tax).
• Oversee preparation of transfer pricing documentation, Country-by-Country Reporting and Global Minimum Tax submissions
• Lead the tax reporting process for month-end and year-end close, including tax provisions and deferred tax calculations.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
• Manage tax audits and inquiries from tax authorities; act as the primary liaison.
• Maintain robust tax controls and documentation to ensure audit-ready compliance.
• Monitor tax legislation changes and assess impacts to the business.

Business Partnering & Advisory

• Provide tax advisory support to cross-functional teams on commercial contracts, business transactions, projects, etc
• Work closely with Tax Lead to support commercial decisions and risk evaluation
• Lead and mentor a team, fostering a culture of integrity, collaboration, and continuous improvement

External Relationships

• Manage relationships with external tax advisors, auditors, and relevant authorities

Job Requirements:

• Degree in Accountancy, Finance, or related discipline.
• Around 10 years of relevant experience in tax, with a mix of Big 4 and in-house corporate roles
• Self-driven with strong ownership, agency, and resilience.
• Strong problem-solving, communication and analytical skills with a practical, solutions- oriented mindset.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively across teams and functions.
• Confident in presenting to senior management and stakeholders.