T&L: Assistant Manager / Manager, M&A Tax

ACCA Careers; Singapore; On-site; SGD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

World-class training and development

Health and wellbeing support

Job summary

Deloitte SEA is seeking talented tax professionals to join the M&A Tax team in Singapore. You will advise on tax considerations for mergers, acquisitions, carve-outs, financing structures, and dispositions, while leading due diligence and structuring work for diverse clients.

You will mentor junior staff, manage engagements end-to-end, and contribute to business development in a fast-paced, globally connected environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Law, or related field; professional qualification preferred (CPA/ACCA/SCTP).
• Minimum 5 years of relevant tax experience (corporate tax, M&A tax, transaction tax, or income tax).
• Strong technical tax knowledge with Singapore tax exposure and M&A due diligence experience.

Responsibilities

• Advise corporate and private equity clients on tax considerations related to mergers, acquisitions, carve-outs, financing structures, and dispositions.
• Lead or support tax due diligence projects, analysing transaction documents and identifying tax risks, exposures, and planning opportunities.
• Develop and review structuring recommendations for buy-side, sell-side, and post-transaction matters.
• Manage end-to-end engagement execution, including project planning, deliverables, and coordination with client and Deloitte stakeholders.
• Undertake research on local and international tax issues, advise on Singapore corporate and stamp duty matters, cross-border restructurings, tax treaties, and permanent establishment matters.
• Mentor, train, and develop junior team members, fostering an inclusive and high-performing team culture.
• Build and maintain trusted client relationships, contributing to business development and continuous improvement of service offerings.

Skills

M&A tax

Tax due diligence

Cross-border structuring

Client advisory

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Law

CPA/ACCA/SCTP or equivalent

Job description

Deloitte SEA

Deloitte is the world’s number one professional services firm, and making an impact is more than what we do - it’s why we are here. We bring challenge, curiosity, and edge to every project, driving positive progress for our clients, our people, our communities, and the planet. This purpose inspires us to work to the highest standards and tackle the challenges that matter. Number one never stops challenging. The tax landscape is evolving rapidly, shaped by global change, new regulations, and shifting expectations. Our Tax and Legal team partners with clients to navigate complexity, unlock opportunities, and support their strategic ambitions. We combine deep technical knowledge with commercial insight and innovative thinking to deliver real value on every engagement.

Are you ready to unleash your potential?

At Deloitte, our purpose is to make an impact that matters for our clients, our people, and the communities we serve.

We believe we have a responsibility to be a force for good, and WorldImpact is our portfolio of initiatives focused on making a tangible impact on society’s biggest challenges and creating a better future. We strive to advise clients on how to deliver purpose-led growth and embed more equitable, inclusive as well as sustainable business practices.

Hence, we seek talented individuals driven to excel and innovate, working together to achieve our shared goals.

We are committed to creating positive work experiences that foster a culture of respect and inclusion, where diverse perspectives are celebrated, and everyone is recognised for their contributions.

About Deloitte’s M&A Tax Team

Join a dynamic, high-performing team of tax advisors, accountants, and lawyers with broad experience from top professional practices and in-house roles, both in Singapore and globally. Our M&A Tax team advises clients throughout the transaction lifecycle, including due diligence, structuring, modeling, and post-close considerations. We support a diverse client base, including multinational companies, financial institutions, and private equity funds, across a wide range of industries.

Why Join Us?

• Collaborate with a team that values innovation, diversity, and continuous learning.
• Advise and partner with some of the world’s most prominent businesses and dealmakers on their most complex M&A challenges.
• Shape your career with exposure to both compliance and high-level advisory work, and play an active role in our practice’s strategic growth.
• Benefit from a transparent, supportive performance management framework, with access to world-class professional development, training opportunities, and dedicated mentorship.
• Make a real impact as a trusted advisor and industry thought leader in a culture that celebrates diversity and encourages new ideas.

Your Impact / Work You’ll Do

• Advise corporate and private equity clients on tax considerations related to mergers, acquisitions, carve-outs, financing structures, and disposition alternatives.
• Lead or support tax due diligence projects, analysing transaction documents and identifying tax risks, exposures, and planning opportunities.
• Develop and review structuring recommendations for buy-side, sell-side, and post-transaction matters.
• Manage end-to-end engagement execution, including project planning, deliverables, and coordination with client and Deloitte stakeholders.
• Undertake research on local and international tax issues, advise on Singapore corporate and stamp duty matters, cross-border restructurings, tax treaties, and permanent establishment matters.
• Mentor, train, and develop junior team members, fostering an inclusive and high-performing team culture.
• Build and maintain trusted client relationships, contributing to business development and continuous improvement of our service offerings.

Your role as a leader

• Develop diverse, high-performing people and teams through new and meaningful development opportunities.
• Collaborate effectively to build productive relationships and networks.
• Understand and lead the execution of key objectives and priorities for internal as well as external stakeholders.
• Align your team to key objectives as well as set clear priorities and direction.
• Make informed decisions that positively impact the sustainable financial performance and enhance the quality of outcomes.
• Influence stakeholders, teams, and individuals positively – leading by example and providing equal opportunities for our people to grow, develop and succeed.
• Lead with integrity and make a strong positive impact by energising others, valuing individual differences, recognising contributions, and inspiring self-belief.
• Deliver superior value and high-quality results to stakeholders while driving high performance from people across Deloitte.
• Apply their understanding of disruptive trends and competitor activity to recommend changes, in line with leading practices.

What We’re Looking For / Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Law, or a related field; CPA, ACCA, SCTP, or similar professional qualification preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant tax experience (corporate tax, M&A tax, transaction tax, or income tax), ideally with an international accounting firm, law firm, or multinational company tax department.
• Strong technical tax knowledge and experience in Singapore tax; exposure to M&A transactions and due diligence is highly desirable.
• Excellent analytical, project management, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage client relationships, deliver high-quality work, and mentor team members.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team in a fast-paced environment.
• Commercial acumen, proactive mindset, and a commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

What We Offer

Deloitte’s rewards go beyond salary. Our benefits support your personal and professional growth, work-life balance, and wellbeing. Enjoy access to world-class training, coaching, and development opportunities, plus health and wellbeing support at every stage of life.

Due to volume of applications, we regret only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Candidates will only be contacted by authorised Deloitte Recruiters via firm’s business contact number or business email address.

Unsolicited Resumes from Third-Party Recruiters

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