Tax Manager

This is an IT support group; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Indirect Tax Global Lead to oversee compliance with indirect tax requirements across various regions. In this pivotal role, you will manage global indirect tax filings, collaborate with finance teams, and provide expert advice on tax issues. You will also engage in technology transformation projects and ensure adherence to evolving tax regulations. This position offers the chance to work in a dynamic multinational environment, contributing to strategic tax solutions and enhancing the company's operational efficiency. If you are a proactive professional with a passion for tax compliance, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of indirect tax experience in corporate or public accounting.
• CPA, ATP, ATA or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Manage global indirect tax compliance and filings for DFS Group entities.
• Develop strategies for indirect tax audits and provide specialist advice.

Skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Ability to interpret and analyze tax law

Self-starter

Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team

Education

Degree in Accountancy

Tools

Excel

Word

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 e.g. Goods and Services Tax, Value Added Tax, Consumption tax, Sales and Use tax, or Gross Revenue or Gross Receipts Tax. Act as internal business advisor to identify and analyze tax issues of individual DFS companies and effectively communicate compliance and cost saving solutions to management. Involvement in ad hoc projects as required, including key business-wide goals.

As the Indirect Tax Global Lead, you will join the Global Tax team in Singapore and will be responsible for the following:

• All indirect tax compliance filings (e.g., GST, VAT, Consumption Tax, sales and use tax, etc) for DFS Group entities globally (APAC, US and EMEA).
• Review the internal processes to ensure that indirect tax filing e.g. GST returns are prepared in compliance with local tax rules and timely filed.
• Work with finance and other business functions to document and support all significant GST/VAT reporting.
• Develop strategies for indirect tax audits and litigation, where required, working with support from external tax consultants where relevant.
• Act as a business partner to the rest of the team & business teams, providing specialist indirect tax advice for proposed business models / transactions.
• Research domestic and international indirect tax issues and propose tax efficient alternatives to management through clear and effective communication.
• Work on indirect tax projects, both independently and as a team member, dealing with a variety of domestic and international issues.
• Keep up to date on GST/VAT changes in the relevant locations (e.g., e-invoicing), assessing implications to the Group and suggestions on the way forward.
• Work and lead as a key team member in DFS’ technology transformation journey (i.e., S4 Hana implementation).
• Perform other duties as requested in a diligent and conscientious manner, as well as leading ad-hoc tax matters / projects as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Degree in Accountancy
• At least 5 years indirect tax experience (corporate, public accounting or combination of both).
• CPA, ATP, ATA or equivalent.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills a must. Emphasis on ability to interpret and analyze relevant tax law and summarize findings in non-technical business language for management and internal stakeholders.
• Prior / existing experience in global GST/VAT roles an advantage.
• Proficient in use of Excel, Word and/or tax preparation software, including experience with SAP / S4 Hana. Knowledge in Power BI, RPA, Power Automate desirable.
• Desire to work in a multi-national environment.
• Self-starter who is able to produce quality results and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.

DFS is an equal opportunity employer. It is the Company’s policy and practice to employ, promote and treat all employees and applicants on the basis of merit, qualifications and competency and to provide all employees with a workplace that is free of discrimination. Employment decisions are based on qualifications such as education, work experience and talent, and are made without regard to race, color, gender, religion, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or any other basis protected by law.