Senior Manager, Group Tax

Kuok (Singapore) Limited; Singapore; On-site; SGD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Singapore is seeking a Tax Leader for Strategy and Planning. This pivotal role involves shaping tax strategies, managing compliance, and collaborating across business units. The ideal candidate will have extensive international tax experience and a strong academic background in Accountancy.

Qualifications

• At least 12 to 15 years of international tax experience.
• Familiarity with ASEAN countries' taxation is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Shape tax strategy for diverse business areas.
• Manage tax compliance, filings, and audits.
• Provide tax guidance for business expansions.

Skills

Communication

Problem-Solving

Strategic Thinking

International Tax Knowledge

Education

Degree or Postgraduate degree in Accountancy

Job description

Tax leadership for Strategy and Planning

• Opporunity to play a pivotal role in shaping our tax strategy for a diverse range of business e.g. Real Estate, Maritime and Investments.

• Tax lead to business units.

• Provide leadership on tax implications for business transactions, including tenders, mergers, acquisitions, divestments and restructuring activities.

Tax Compliance and Reporting

• Manage tax compliance (including filings, tax audits and transfer pricing).

Cross-functional Collaboration

• Partner with the business to integrate tax considerations into strategic decision-making processes.

• Provide tax guidance and support for new business initiatives and expansion into new markets.

• Collaborate with external advisors and consultants to leverage specialized expertise and optimize tax outcomes.

• Degree or Postgraduate degree in Accountancy and/or related major.

• At least 12 to 15 years of international tax and relevant tax experience, preferably in a multinational corporation or reputable professional services firm.

• Familiarity and practical experience in key ASEAN countries’ taxation will be an advantage.

• Strong technical knowledge, including international tax principles and understanding of transfer pricing.

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to articulate complex tax concepts to diverse stakeholders to support decision-making at all levels.

• Strategic thinker with a proactive approach to problem-solving and a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes.