STE13330721 - Regional Tax Manager, APAC

ROBERT HALF INTERNATIONAL PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multinational petrochemical company in Singapore is seeking an experienced Regional Tax Manager to oversee tax advisory and compliance across Asia Pacific. In this strategic leadership role, you will manage a team, support the Global Head of Tax, and ensure compliance with local and global regulations. Ideal candidates have 10–15 years of experience in tax, particularly with exposure in India and China, and strong stakeholder management skills, along with a positive, hands-on approach. Join this dynamic team for a chance to influence tax strategy in the region.

Qualifications

• 10–15 years of experience in tax advisory and compliance with regional exposure.
• Prior experience in a Big 4 consulting firm or in-house tax leadership.
• Strong track record in supporting regional projects.
• Experience with regulatory authorities in the region.

Responsibilities

• Report to the Global Head of Tax and manage a lean team.
• Oversee all tax matters for Asia Pacific, including compliance and planning.
• Act as a trusted advisor for strategic tax planning.
• Drive tax governance and risk management strategies.
• Manage relationships with regulatory bodies.

Skills

Tax advisory

Compliance

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving

Business partnering

Leadership

Education

Degree in Accountancy or ACCA

Job description

The Company

Our client is a leading petrochemical multinational organization with a strong global presence. They are seeking a seasoned Regional Tax Manager to serve as the right-hand person to the Global Head of Tax.

The Role

The successful candidate will report directly to the Global Head of Tax, this is a strategic leadership role managing a lean team of three, driving tax advisory, compliance, and regional projects across Asia Pacific

• Act as a trusted advisor to the Global Head of Tax, supporting strategic tax planning and execution.
• Oversee all tax matters for Asia Pacific, including direct and indirect tax compliance, transfer pricing, tax planning, advisory, and dispute resolution.
• Lead and mentor a team of three tax professionals, ensuring high performance and collaboration.
• Partner with business leaders to provide tax insights and solutions for regional projects and initiatives.
• Manage relationships with overseas and local regulatory bodies, including Ministry of Finance, IRAS, and Enterprise Singapore.
• Drive tax governance and risk management strategies, ensuring compliance with global and local regulations.
• Support international growth projects and provide guidance on complex tax issues across multiple jurisdictions.

Your Profile

As the successful candidate, you will possess a degree in Accountancy or ACCA with the following relevant experience

• 10–15 years of experience in tax advisory and compliance, with proven regional exposure (ideally covering India and China).
• Prior experience in a Big 4 tax consulting firm and in‑house tax leadership within a multinational environment.
• Strong track record in business partnering and supporting regional projects.
• Experience liaising with overseas and local regulatory authorities.
• Hands‑on approach with the ability to work independently and provide practical solutions.
• Positive attitude, self‑starter, and strong problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Join the team

• Strategic leadership role reporting directly to the Global Head of Tax.
• Opportunity to influence tax strategy across Asia Pacific.
• Dynamic and collaborative work environment.

Apply Today

Please send your resume, in WORD format only and quote reference number STE13330721, by clicking the apply button. Please note that only short‑listed candidates will be contacted.

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