Tax Manager

Ambition Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in Singapore is seeking an experienced APAC Tax Manager to oversee regional tax compliance and reporting. You will play a vital role in supporting strategic initiatives as the organization expands throughout Asia. Ideal candidates will have 12-15 years of extensive international tax experience, particularly in asset management or financial services, and strong communication skills to work with internal stakeholders effectively. This is a key leadership role within the growing regional tax function.

Qualifications

• 12-15 years of high-level international tax experience, ideally including professional services and in-house roles.
• Strong understanding of APAC tax frameworks.
• Sound judgment and ability to operate autonomously.

Responsibilities

• Manage regional tax compliance and reporting.
• Oversee advisory matters involving cross-border transactions.
• Evaluate new market entries for potential tax exposures.
• Provide technical tax guidance and support audits.

Skills

High-level international tax experience

Strong understanding of APAC tax frameworks

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Education

Relevant academic background and professional qualification

Job description

Role Overview

The APAC Tax Manager will serve as a key member of the regional tax function, supporting strategic and operational initiatives as the organization expands across multiple jurisdictions in Asia. This role involves close coordination with global tax counterparts and internal stakeholders to deliver comprehensive tax support across a range of business activities.

Core Responsibilities

• Manage regional tax compliance and reporting.
• Oversee advisory matters involving cross‑border and related‑party transactions.
• Evaluate new market entries and business arrangements for potential tax exposures.
• Provide technical tax guidance and support audits.
• Monitor evolving regulatory developments across the region.

Qualifications

• 12‑15 years of high‑level international tax experience, ideally including professional services and in‑house roles within the asset management or financial services sector.
• Relevant academic background and professional qualification.
• Strong understanding of APAC tax frameworks.
• Sound judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to operate autonomously while managing multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to partner with a range of internal functions to ensure that regional tax obligations and strategic objectives are met confidentially and effectively.