Assistant Manager, Tax (Americas)

ACCA Careers; Singapore; On-site; SGD 115,000 - 166,000; Full time

Job summary

ACCA Careers is seeking a Tax Assistant Manager to oversee tax across the Americas, with emphasis on the US, Mexico and Brazil. The role blends compliance, advisory work and business partnering with regional stakeholders and external advisors.

Reporting to the Tax Director, you will manage federal and state tax obligations, review returns and provide strategic tax input for cross-border projects, ensuring tax considerations are embedded in business decisions.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accountancy, Taxation, Finance or a related discipline.
• At least 5 years of tax experience in Big 4, tax advisory firms or multinational corporations.
• Experience managing regional/US tax matters including federal/state requirements is desirable.
• Strong understanding of corporate income tax and cross-border transactions.
• Comfortable working with external advisors and coordinating across jurisdictions.

Responsibilities

• Manage corporate tax compliance across the United States, Mexico and Brazil.
• Coordinate with external tax agents and advisors on federal, state and local matters.
• Review tax returns, provisions and schedules prepared by service providers.
• Provide tax advisory support on transactions, intercompany arrangements and cross-border activities.
• Support tax audits, investigations and enquiries with local advisors.
• Assist with transfer pricing, withholding taxes and treaty considerations.
• Monitor changes in tax legislation and assess impact on operations.
• Partner with Finance, Legal, Treasury and commercial stakeholders on tax in business decisions.

Skills

US tax compliance

Cross-border tax

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor in Accounting/Tax

Job description

An exciting opportunity for a Tax Assistant Manager to oversee tax matters across the Americas region, with primary focus on the United States, Mexico and Brazil. This role offers a unique blend of tax compliance, advisory and business partnering responsibilities, working closely with regional stakeholders and external tax advisors to support a growing international business.

Client Details

Our client is a well‑established multinational organisation operating within the industrial and logistics sector, with a global presence across North America, Latin America, Europe and Asia. The business is recognised for its international footprint, cross‑border operations and continued focus on operational excellence and sustainable growth.

Description

Reporting to the Tax Director, you will:

• Manage corporate tax compliance activities across the United States, Mexico and Brazil, ensuring timely and accurate filing obligations are met.
• Coordinate closely with external tax agents and advisors on federal, state and local tax matters across the Americas region.
• Review tax returns, tax provisions and supporting schedules prepared by external service providers.
• Provide tax advisory support on commercial transactions, intercompany arrangements, business initiatives and cross‑border activities.
• Support tax audits, investigations and enquiries raised by tax authorities, working with local advisors to manage risk and resolution.
• Assist with transfer pricing matters, withholding taxes, tax treaty considerations and cross‑border cash flows.
• Monitor changes in tax legislation and assess the impact of new developments on business operations.
• Partner with Finance, Legal, Treasury and commercial stakeholders to ensure tax considerations are incorporated into business decisions.

Profile

• Degree in Accountancy, Taxation, Finance or a related discipline.
• At least 5 years of tax experience gained within Big 4, tax advisory firms and multinational corporations.
• Experience managing regional/US tax matters, including exposure to federal and state tax requirements, is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of corporate income tax, tax compliance processes and cross‑border transactions.
• Comfortable working with external advisors and coordinating tax matters across multiple jurisdictions.
• Strong stakeholder management, communication and problem‑solving skills with a commercial mindset.

Job Offer

• Broad ownership of tax matters across a strategically important Americas portfolio.
• Exposure to both compliance and advisory responsibilities within a multinational environment.
• Opportunity to work closely with senior tax and finance leaders on cross‑border business initiatives.