Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Forever Glowing International Pte. Ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy firm in Singapore is seeking a Tax Manager to drive tax strategy and compliance for group entities. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in tax management, specifically in Singapore, and possess strong leadership skills. Key responsibilities include optimizing tax efficiency, ensuring compliance with local regulations, and advising management on financial strategies. Fluent Mandarin and English communication skills are essential. Join us to play a crucial role in our financial operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in a reputable accounting firm or multinational corporation.
• At least 3 years of hands-on experience in International Taxation.
• Proven experience managing Singapore-specific tax matters.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement tax planning and strategies for Singapore entities.
• Provide guidance on Economic Substance compliance.
• Manage tax resident certificate applications with IRAS.

Skills

Tax planning and strategies

Compliance with regulations

Fluent in Mandarin and English

Leadership and team management

Analytical skills

Strategic thinking

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, or related field

Job description

About the Company

We are a Singapore-based, wholly-owned subsidiary of a top ten global energy company in the Fortune 500. Our commitment is to foster sustainable growth and achieve operational excellence in the energy sector while adhering to both local and international regulatory standards.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive tax planning and strategies for groupSingapore entitiesto optimize tax efficiency and compliance with applicable regulations.
• Provide expert guidance to group Singapore entitieson Economic Substance compliance.
• Manage and oversee the applicationprocessfor Singapore tax resident certificate, ensuring all submissions to theInland Revenue Authority of Singapore(IRAS) meet regulatory requirements.
• Oversee corporate tax filingsand maintain compliance with local tax regulations, ensuring adherence to local regulations.
• Assume full responsibility for financial accounting, budgeting, and forecasting. Supervise financial reporting to ensure the integrity of financial data.
• Provide strategic oversight on legal and corporate secretarial matters in collaboration with external advisors.
• Integrate and manage financial, legal, and tax functions to establish a cohesiveoperational framework.
• Advise the board and senior management on financial planning, risk management, and long-term business strategy, aligning financial practices with organizational goals.

Job Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degreeor above in finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5years of relevantexperience in a reputable accounting firm or a multinational corporation based in Singapore, with atleast 3 years of hands-on experience in International Taxation.Proven experience managing Singapore-specific tax matters, including tax resident applications, along with a deep understanding of the Economic Substance requirements.
• Fluent in both Mandarin and English for effective communication with stakeholders across various regions.
• Strong leadership qualities with excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills, enabling effective decision-making and team management.

Join us to lead our financial strategy and drive our mission to excel in the global energy market. If you meet the qualifications and are ready to take on this exciting challenge, we look forward to your application!