Senior Analyst, Direct & Indirect Tax Compliance - APAC

Netflix; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading entertainment company is seeking a professional for its APAC Tax team in Singapore. This role involves preparing and reviewing tax returns as well as supporting compliance and advisory matters. Ideal candidates should have 8-10 years of experience in tax compliance, strong analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate across teams worldwide. This position offers a dynamic environment and opportunities for personal growth.

Qualifications

• 8 to 10 years of experience in direct and indirect tax compliance.
• Solid understanding of international CIT and GST/VAT principles.
• Fluency in English; additional language skills are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review direct and indirect tax returns.
• Monitor and reconcile tax positions across multiple jurisdictions.
• Support tax audits and respond to queries.

Skills

Direct Tax Compliance

Indirect Tax Compliance

Analytical Skills

Stakeholder Communication

Education

Degree in Tax, Finance, Accounting

Tools

Excel

Google Sheets

Workday Financials

Job description

Netflix is one of the world's leading entertainment services, with over 300 million paid memberships in over 190 countries enjoying TV series, films and games across a wide variety of genres and languages. Members can play, pause and resume watching as much as they want, anytime, anywhere, and can change their plans at any time.

We are now looking for a talented professional to join the APAC Tax team based in Singapore. This role will focus primarily on direct and indirect tax compliance across the region but will also support advisory matters for the entities under its scope. This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to deepen their compliance expertise while gaining exposure to a broader tax advisory landscape in a fast-paced, global environment.

The Role

You will be part of a collaborative and agile tax team that partners closely with finance, legal, and business stakeholders. Reporting to the Compliance Senior Manager of APAC Tax, you will be responsible for the preparation, review, and submission of various indirect tax returns, while also supporting data and process improvements. Although compliance will be your core responsibility, we expect you to bring a proactive mindset to support advisory topics as they arise for your entities.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review direct [primarily Corporate Income Tax (CIT) and where applicable Withholding Tax (WHT)] and indirect tax returns [primarily Goods and Services Tax (GST) /Value Added Tax (VAT)/Extra-territorial VAT]
• Monitor and reconcile direct and indirect tax account positions across multiple APAC jurisdictions
• Support tax audits and respond to queries from tax authorities and internal teams
• Assist with direct and indirect tax compliance aspects of business changes, new market entries, and system updates
• Identify opportunities for process improvements, automation, and increased accuracy in tax reporting
• Collaborate across functions and regions to ensure timely and accurate tax compliance
  
  

Candidate Profile

We are looking for a candidate who thrives in an innovative environment and values ownership and accountability. You should have a strong technical foundation in direct and indirect tax and accounting, paired with the confidence to engage with a variety of stakeholders across the business.

You Are

• A self-starter who is comfortable working independently and driving initiatives forward
• Experienced in building relationships and communicating effectively across functions
• Organized, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
• Analytical and detail-oriented, with a passion for accuracy and quality
• Proactive and resourceful in identifying risks and proposing improvements
• Open-minded and curious, eager to expand your knowledge and support strategic topics
• Comfortable collaborating with international teams across time zones
• Flexible to collaborate with our US and International offices across multiple time zones
• Willing to travel to our offices overseas
• Experience with tax matters for ANZ territories and production entities would be an advantage
  
  

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Tax, Finance, Accounting, or a related field
• Minimum of 8 to 10 years' experience in direct and indirect tax compliance and month-end reporting
• A mix of in-house and consulting/public accounting experience preferred
• Solid understanding of international CIT and GST/VAT principles as well as direct and indirect tax compliance
• Strong Excel or Google Sheets skills; able to work with large data sets
• Proven track record of driving process improvements and implementing automation
• Experience with Workday Financials or similar ERP systems
• Industry experience in entertainment or technology is a plus
• Fluent in English; additional language skills are advantageous
  
  

This is a unique opportunity to join a company that values innovation, trust, and inclusiveness. If you are looking to make a meaningful impact in a role that blends compliance discipline with broader tax exposure, we’d love to hear from you.

Inclusion is a Netflix value and we strive to host a meaningful interview experience for all candidates. If you want an accommodation/adjustment for a disability or any other reason during the hiring process, please send a request to your recruiting partner.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and celebrate diversity, recognizing that diversity builds stronger teams. We approach diversity and inclusion seriously and thoughtfully. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, caste, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic makeup, marital status, or military service.