Senior Associate / Associate (Tax Policy)

Ministry of Finance; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ministry of Finance in Singapore is looking for a Tax Policy officer to formulate and implement tax policies that promote a pro-growth fiscal system. You will engage in stakeholder consultations, identify initiatives for effective tax management, and conduct research on international tax developments.

The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical, quantitative, and interpersonal skills, along with a background in Economics/Business/Accountancy. Join us in advancing Singapore’s economic space.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and quantitative ability with good writing skills.
• Keen interest in public policy work.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to engage stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Formulate and implement tax policies for economic expansion.
• Identify initiatives for managing tax measures efficiently.
• Undertake benchmarking research on international tax developments.

Skills

Analytical skills

Quantitative ability

Interpersonal skills

Writing skills

Education

Background in Economics/Business/Accountancy

Job description

What the role is:

The Tax Policy directorate formulates tax policies with the view to creating a competitive, equitable, and fiscally resilient tax system.

What you will be working on:

As a Tax Policy (TP) officer in MOF, you will formulate and implement tax policies to ensure a pro-growth fiscal system that will expand Singapore’s economic space and promote our social objectives.

• Identifying initiatives and processing approvals to facilitate optimal management of tax measures through other government agencies.
• Engaging and consulting relevant stakeholders in the review and implementation of tax policies.
• Undertaking benchmarking research/studies, identifying and addressing international tax developments that are expected to have a medium/long-term impact.

What we are looking for:

• Background in Economics/Business/Accountancy would be an advantage.
• Keen interest in, and passion for public policy work.
• Strong analytical and quantitative ability with good writing skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to engage both internal and external stakeholders.

About Ministry of Finance

The Ministry of Finance (MOF) is responsible for managing Singapore’s fiscal policies and the structure of its economy. We work to maintain international standards and best practices in areas such as company law, accounting standards, and corporate governance principles. We aim to advance the well-being and development of Singapore by:

• achieving a balanced budget through prudent and sustainable fiscal policies.
• ensuring the prudent investment of the government's reserves and other public funds.
• setting out policies for government procurement, customs regulation, accounting standards and business regulation.
• fostering a regulatory environment conducive to business and enterprise.
• ensuring that businesses operating within Singapore's jurisdiction are compatible with international standards and practices, in areas such as company law, accounting standards and corporate governance principles.