Manager, Tax & Compliance

Ensign InfoSecurity (Singapore) Pte. Ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity firm in Singapore is seeking an experienced tax manager to optimize tax compliance and strategies. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s in Accounting or Finance and have at least 6 years in tax, alongside problem-solving skills and a CAN-DO attitude. This role plays a crucial part in managing corporate tax filings and engaging with stakeholders across the organization.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years of relevant tax experience.
• Strong understanding of corporate tax laws and regulations.
• Experience in process improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review annual corporate tax filings.
• Participate in the Group's tax planning efforts.
• Assess tax-related risks and implement controls.

Skills

Tax Compliance

Risk Management

Process Improvement

Stakeholder Engagement

Data Analysis

Education

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

CPA, SCTP or equivalent certification

Tools

ERP systems

BI tools

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to contribute to excellence in tax compliance and strategic transformation initiatives. Reporting to a Finance Director, this role will play a critical role in ensuring regulatory compliance, optimizing tax strategies, and assisting with process improvement to support the company’s growth objectives.

Responsibilities

1. Tax Compliance

• Participate in the preparation and review of annual corporate tax filing for the Group and its subsidiaries, and coordinating with external tax agent to ensure submissions comply with local and international tax laws

• Handle and respond to queries by tax authorities

• Review value added tax reporting for the Group and its subsidiaries, ensuring accuracy and compliance with local and international tax regulations

• Maintain and review transfer pricing documentation for the Group and its subsidiaries

• Manage tax reporting to our shareholders and internal stakeholders, including addressing ad-hoc reporting and queries

• Participate in tax provision estimates in line with the latest accounting standards

2. Tax Optimisation

Participate in the Group's tax planning efforts, working closely with external tax advisor to optimise tax strategies, minimise tax liabilities and ensure compliance with local and international tax laws.

3. Risk Management

Assess tax-related risks, assist in developing and implementing controls and procedures to mitigate risks and safeguard the company’s tax positions.

4. Process Improvement and Transformation Initiatives

Assist with improvement projects/transformation initiatives to optimise tax compliance processes, implement best practices and leverage technology solutions to enhance efficiency, data analytics capabilities and improved decision making across the organisation.

5. Stakeholder Engagement

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including sub-finance teams and business units, to communicate tax implications and ensure successful execution of key initiatives.

6. Continuous Learning

Stay abreast of changes in tax regulations and industry best practices, contributing to the company remaining compliant and strategically positioned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA, SCTP or equivalent certification preferred.

• Minimum of 6 years of relevant tax experience, preferably combined experience in public accounting and private industry (MNC preferred), with a strong understanding of corporate tax laws and regulations.

• Proficiency and experience in executing process improvement initiatives and implementing tax-related systems/tools.

• Proficiency in financial modeling, data analysis, and reporting software (e.g., ERP systems, BI tools).

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.

• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities and deadlines.

• Demonstrates analytical and problem‑solving skills.

• Attention to detail and strong time and deadline management.

• Strong team player with a CAN‑DO attitude.