Tax Manager

cacs corporate advisory pte. ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

cacs corporate advisory pte. ltd. is seeking a seasoned tax professional to lead client advisory, compliance, and strategic tax planning for local and international clients across industries.

You will manage portfolios, present recommendations, and advance tax-driven business decisions. The role emphasizes leadership, mentoring, and staying abreast of Singapore tax legislation and IRAS regulations, with a focus on building long-term client relationships and delivering practical, commercially

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accountancy, Finance, Taxation or a related discipline or a recognised professional qualification such as ACCA, ACA, CPA Australia, ICAEW or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant Singapore tax experience, preferably in public accounting or corporate advisory.
• Strong technical knowledge of Singapore Corporate Tax, Personal Income Tax, GST, Withholding Tax, and IRAS regulations.
• Proven experience in managing client portfolios and delivering both tax compliance and advisory services.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills with confidence to engage clients and senior management.
• Strong commercial acumen with ability to understand clients' businesses and identify opportunities to add value.
• Demonstrated leadership with the ability to coach, mentor, and inspire junior team members.
• Strong project management and organisational skills; able to manage multiple engagements and meet deadlines.
• SCTP qualification will be an advantage.
• Proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with passion for building long-term client relationships and contributing to growth.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the trusted tax advisor to a portfolio of local and international clients across various industries.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with business owners, directors, finance leaders, and key stakeholders.
• Meet clients regularly to understand their business needs and provide practical, commercially sound tax advice.
• Present tax recommendations, planning strategies, and technical updates confidently to clients and management teams.
• Advise clients on tax implications arising from business transactions, restructuring, corporate expansion and other strategic initiatives.
• Deliver exceptional client service by responding promptly to enquiries and providing proactive tax solutions.
• Manage a portfolio of Singapore tax engagements including Corporate Income Tax, Personal Income Tax, GST, Withholding Tax, and other matters.
• Review tax computations, returns, and advisory reports for technical accuracy and compliance with Singapore tax law and IRAS requirements.
• Provide technical guidance on complex tax matters and recommend practical solutions aligned with clients' commercial objectives.
• Represent clients in dealings with IRAS, including inquiries, audits, objections, and disputes as required.
• Keep abreast of changes in Singapore tax legislation and IRAS practice and communicate impact to clients and colleagues.
• Lead, mentor and develop a team of tax professionals, fostering collaboration and high performance.
• Review junior staff work, provide technical guidance and feedback.
• Conduct internal training sessions to strengthen the team's capabilities.
• Support professional development and career progression through mentoring and coaching.
• Promote a culture of continuous learning, collaboration and excellence within the tax practice.

Skills

Tax advisory

Client management

Leadership

Project management

Communication

IRAS knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree or professional qualification (ACCA/ACA/CPA Australia/ICAEW)

Job description

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accountancy, Finance, Taxation, or a related discipline, or a recognised professional qualification such as ACCA, ACA, CPA Australia, ICAEW, or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant Singapore tax experience, preferably gained in a public accounting or corporate advisory environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of Singapore Corporate Tax, Personal Income Tax, GST, Withholding Tax, and IRAS regulations.
• Proven experience in managing client portfolios and delivering both tax compliance and advisory services.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to engage clients and senior management.
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to understand clients' businesses and identify opportunities to add value.
• Demonstrated leadership experience with the ability to coach, mentor, and inspire junior team members.
• Strong project management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple engagements and meet deadlines.
• Singapore Certified Tax Professional (SCTP) qualification will be an advantage.
• A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with a genuine passion for building long-term client relationships and contributing to the growth of the firm.

Responsibilities include

Client Advisory & Relationship Management

• Serve as the trusted tax advisor to a portfolio of local and international clients across various industries.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with business owners, directors, finance leaders, and key stakeholders.
• Meet clients regularly to understand their business needs and provide practical, commercially sound tax advice.
• Present tax recommendations, planning strategies, and technical updates confidently to clients and management teams.
• Advise clients on tax implications arising from business transactions, restructuring exercises, corporate expansion, and other strategic initiatives.
• Deliver exceptional client service by responding promptly to enquiries and providing proactive tax solutions.

Tax Compliance & Advisory

• Manage a portfolio of Singapore tax engagements covering Corporate Income Tax, Personal Income Tax, GST, Withholding Tax, Certificates of Residence, tax incentives, and other relevant tax matters.
• Review tax computations, tax returns, and advisory reports to ensure technical accuracy and compliance with Singapore tax legislation and IRAS requirements.
• Provide technical guidance on complex tax matters and recommend practical solutions that align with clients' commercial objectives.
• Represent clients in dealings with IRAS, including enquiries, audits, objections, and tax disputes where required.
• Keep abreast of changes in Singapore tax legislation, IRAS practice, and industry developments, and communicate their impact to clients and colleagues.

Leadership & People Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of tax professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performing work environment.
• Review the work of junior team members and provide technical guidance, coaching, and constructive feedback.
• Conduct internal technical training sessions and share knowledge to strengthen the team's technical capabilities.
• Support the professional development and career progression of team members through regular mentoring and performance coaching.
• Promote a culture of continuous learning, collaboration, and excellence within the tax practice.