Senior Tax Analyst/Manager (Contract)

DFS VENTURE SINGAPORE (PTE) LIMITED; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global tax consulting firm in Singapore seeks a qualified individual for their Global Tax team. You will oversee indirect tax compliance filings for DFS Group and provide strategic tax advice. Candidates should possess a degree in Accountancy and at least 4 years of indirect tax experience. Proficient communication skills and ability to collaborate in a multinational environment are essential.

Qualifications

• At least 4 years of indirect tax experience in corporate, public accounting, or both.
• CPA, ATP, ATA, or equivalent qualification is required.
• Experience in global GST/VAT roles is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Handle all indirect tax compliance filings for global DFS Group entities.
• Develop strategies for indirect tax audits and litigation.
• Provide specialist indirect tax advice for proposed business models.

Skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Ability to interpret and analyze tax law

Self-motivated

Collaborative working

Education

Degree in Accountancy

Tools

Excel

SAP/S4 Hana

Power BI

RPA

Power Automate

Job description

Manage global indirect tax aspects of DFS Group and ensure compliance with local country indirect tax requirements, such as Goods and Services Tax, Value Added Tax, Consumption Tax, Sales and Use Tax, Gross Revenue, and Gross Receipts Tax.

Act as an internal business advisor to identify and analyze tax issues of DFS Group companies and effectively communicate compliance and cost-saving solutions to management. Involve in ad hoc projects as required, including key business-wide goals.

Job Responsibilities:

You will join the Global Tax team in Singapore and will be responsible for the following:

1. Handle all indirect tax compliance filings (e.g., GST, VAT, Consumption Tax, sales and use tax) for DFS Group entities globally (APAC, US, and EMEA). Review internal processes to ensure indirect tax filings are prepared in compliance with local tax rules and filed timely. Collaborate with finance and other business functions to document and support all significant GST/VAT reporting.
2. Develop strategies for indirect tax audits and litigation, working with external tax consultants as needed.
3. Serve as a business partner to the team and business units, providing specialist indirect tax advice for proposed business models and transactions. Research domestic and international indirect tax issues and propose tax-efficient alternatives to management through clear communication.
4. Participate in indirect tax projects, independently and as a team member, addressing various domestic and international issues.
5. Stay updated on GST/VAT changes in relevant locations (e.g., e-invoicing), assess implications for the Group, and suggest the way forward.
6. Perform other duties diligently, leading ad-hoc tax matters and projects as assigned.

Job Requirements:

• Degree in Accountancy.
• At least 4 years of indirect tax experience (corporate, public accounting, or both).
• CPA, ATP, ATA, or equivalent qualification.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to interpret and analyze tax law and summarize findings in non-technical language for management and stakeholders.
• Experience in global GST/VAT roles is advantageous.
• Proficient in Excel, Word, and tax software, including SAP/S4 Hana. Knowledge of Power BI, RPA, Power Automate is desirable.
• Desire to work in a multinational environment.
• Self-motivated, capable of producing quality results and meeting deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.