Manager, Group Taxation

Fraser and Neave, Limited; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Fraser and Neave, Limited in Singapore seeks an experienced Manager to lead our Group Taxation team, focusing on tax planning, strategy, and cross-border transactions.

You will manage BEPS Pillar 2 assessment, ensure compliance, monitor tax risks, and provide strategic advice to leadership on restructurings and investments.

The role requires a degree in accounting/finance, 10 years in tax, and strong leadership and communication skills to drive cross-functional projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor level or higher in Accounting, Finance or equivalent.
• 10 years of tax experience in public accounting or corporate tax roles.
• Experience in cross-border taxation and restructuring projects.
• Familiarity with BEPS Pillar 2 rules and related compliance.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking with attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; capable of leading teams.

Responsibilities

• Tax planning and strategy implementation for the group, aligned with business objectives.
• Tax risk management with cross-functional mitigation strategies and regulatory changes assessment.
• Tax compliance and quarterly provisioning for group entities; transfer pricing coordination.
• Tax audits and disputes support with external advisors and authorities.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Strategic thinking

Attention to detail

Interpersonal communication

Leadership

Education

Degree in Accounting or Finance

Relevant tax qualifications (e.g. accredited tax advisor)

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Manager to join our Group Taxation team.

Job Responsibilities:

Tax planning and strategy Implementation

• Developing and Implementing tax strategies aligned with business objectives.

• Identifying tax planning opportunities to manage group's effective tax rate.

• BEPS Pillar 2 assessment, implementation and compliance.

• Providing management with tax advice on domestic as well as cross-border transactions, investments and divestitures.

Tax risk management

• Identifying tax risks and working with various functions to develop and execute risk mitigation strategies.

• Research on and assess tax legislation changes' impact on business and advise management on steps to manage the impact.

Tax compliance and provision

• Corporate tax compliance and quarterly tax provision for group companies.

• Coordinate the management of transfer pricing documentation and compliance for group companies.

Tax audits and disputes

• Support Head of Group Tax and Business Units in managing tax disputes and controversy, including interaction with external tax advisors and tax authorities
  

Key Requirements:

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent. Relevant tax qualifications (e.g. accredited tax advisor)

• 10 years of experience in tax in public accounting firms or in commercial tax position. Prior experience in managing a team or leading cross-functional projects is desirable

• Well versed in Singapore tax laws and regulations with experienced in cross-border taxation and restructuring projects. Familiarity with tax laws in ASEAN countries and BEPS pillar 2 rules is a plus

• Strong analytical and strategic, thinking skills and attention to details

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for stakeholder engagement

• Leadership and team management capabilities