Indirect Tax Senior Manager - E-Commerce

MICHAEL PAGE INTERNATIONAL PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global e-commerce company is seeking a Senior Indirect Tax Manager to oversee and enhance their global indirect tax strategy. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and a minimum of 8 years of international indirect tax experience, ideally within e-commerce. This role offers significant autonomy and the chance to influence key business decisions in a fast-growing environment.

Benefits

Opportunity to drive global tax strategy

Exposure to senior leadership

Dynamic workplace with focus on professional development

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in international indirect tax.
• Experience from a Big 4 firm or equivalent is required.
• Ability to communicate complex tax matters effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage indirect tax compliance across multiple jurisdictions.
• Monitor changes in global indirect tax legislation and provide expert advice.
• Develop and implement global indirect tax strategies.
• Lead strategic initiatives for tax process improvements.
• Collaborate with internal departments for business decisions.

Skills

International indirect tax experience

Project management skills

Excellent communication skills

Stakeholder management

Fluency in English

Fluency in Mandarin

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Job description

• Drive global indirect tax strategy in a high-growth, international organization.
• Lead high-impact projects with autonomy in a fast-paced environment.

About Our Client

Our client, a leading global e-commerce company, is looking for a Senior Indirect Tax Manager to own and shape their global indirect tax strategy and processes. The company is experiencing strong momentum, driven by impressive revenue growth in recent years. It has emerged as a major player in the global apparel market and is continuing to expand across Asia. This high-impact role offers significant autonomy to drive cross-border tax initiatives, collaborate with senior stakeholders, and contribute to the company's international growth. Ideal for a proactive self-starter, it's an opportunity to make a tangible impact within a fast-growing global business.

Job Description

• Manage and oversee indirect tax compliance processes across multiple jurisdictions, including the preparation, review, and timely filing of indirect tax returns.
• Monitor changes in global indirect tax legislation, assess business impact, and provide expert advice on VAT, GST, and other transaction-based taxes.
• Develop and implement global indirect tax strategies to optimize tax efficiency, mitigate risks, and drive compliance excellence.
• Lead strategic initiatives such as cost optimization, automation, and process improvements to enhance tax processes and systems.
• Collaborate with internal departments (Finance, Legal, Operations) to embed tax considerations into business decisions, system implementations, and cross-border transactions.
• Provide operational tax guidance to support product launches, market expansion, and go-to-market activities.
• Lead and support indirect tax audits, ensuring timely responses, documentation readiness, and alignment with regulatory requirements.
• Maintain robust indirect tax reporting and documentation processes to support compliance across jurisdictions.

The Successful Applicant

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• A minimum of 8 years of relevant international indirect tax experience, including both in-house and advisory roles (e.g., experience gained from a Big 4 firm or equivalent professional services environment).
• Experience in e-commerce or digital business models is advantageous.
• Proven ability to communicate complex tax matters clearly and effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Strong project management skills with a track record of delivering results in fast-paced environments.
• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
• Professional proficiency in English and Mandarin (spoken and written) to effectively liaise with Mandarin-speaking stakeholders and review documentation, as this role supports global operations including reporting to headquarters.

What\'s on Offer

• Opportunity to drive global indirect tax strategy and work on high-impact projects in a fast-growing, international business environment.
• Exposure to senior leadership and cross-functional teams, with the ability to influence key business decisions and contribute to process improvements.
• A collaborative and dynamic workplace that values innovation, continuous learning, and professional development.

Michael Page International Pte Ltd | Registration No. 199804751N