Senior Associate / Associate (Tax Policy)

Ministry of Finance; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A government ministry in Singapore seeks a Tax Policy officer to formulate and implement tax policies that support economic growth and social objectives. The role involves stakeholder engagement and research on international tax trends. Candidates should have a strong background in economics or related fields, along with excellent analytical skills and a passion for public policy.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and quantitative skills are essential.
• Good writing skills to communicate tax policies.

Responsibilities

• Formulate and implement tax policies.
• Engage stakeholders in tax policy review.
• Conduct research on international tax developments.

Skills

Analytical and quantitative ability

Good writing skills

Interpersonal skills

Interest in public policy work

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.