Tax Manager (Far East Orchard)

Far East Organization; Singapore; On-site; SGD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in real estate development seeks a Tax Manager to oversee compliance, structuring, and transfer pricing across multiple jurisdictions. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in the real estate sector and expertise in tax advisory, ensuring efficient tax management for the company's diverse portfolio.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in tax advisory or management within the real estate sector.
• Expertise in multi-jurisdictional taxation and strong knowledge of tax laws related to real estate.

Responsibilities

• Oversee tax compliance for real estate transactions across multiple jurisdictions.
• Lead tax structuring and due diligence for acquisitions and disposals.

Skills

Tax Compliance

Transfer Pricing

Tax Structuring

Job description

Company description:

Incorporated in 1967 and listed on the Mainboard of the Singapore Exchange since 1968, Far East Orchard Limited ("Far East Orchard") is a real estate company with a lodging platform that aims to achieve sustainable and recurring income through a diversified and balanced portfolio. It is also a member of Far East Organization, Singapore's largest private property developer. Far East Orchard has developed residential, commercial, hospitality, and purpose-built student accommodation ("PBSA") properties in Australia, Malaysia, Singapore, and the United Kingdom ("UK"). In 2012, the company underwent a strategic transformation, expanding into hospitality management and healthcare real estate. In 2015, it diversified its portfolio to include PBSA properties in the UK.

Through partnerships with The Straits Trading Company and Toga Group, Far East Hospitality — its hospitality arm — owns more than 10 assets and manages over 100 properties with more than 16,500 rooms across Australia, Denmark, Germany, Hungary, Japan, Malaysia, New Zealand, and Singapore. The Group also holds a portfolio of purpose-built medical suites in Novena Medical Centre and Novena Specialist Centre in Singapore's premier medical hub.

Job description:

Responsibilities

Support the Group on all tax-related matters (e.g., compliance, transfer pricing, structuring) across different jurisdictions. Oversee tax filings compliance and resolve key tax issues.

Tax compliance

• Oversee tax compliance for real estate transactions and entities across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring adherence to local tax laws and regulations.
• Manage and file corporate tax returns and other required documentation accurately and timely.
• Coordinate with external tax advisors and local tax authorities to ensure proper tax reporting.

Acquisitions and Disposals

• Lead tax structuring and due diligence for real estate acquisitions, disposals, and investments.
• Provide tax advice on transaction structuring to optimize tax efficiency and minimize risks.
• Collaborate with legal and finance teams to integrate tax considerations into transactional processes.

Tax Structuring

• Develop and implement tax-efficient structures for cross-border real estate transactions, including joint ventures, partnerships, and other investment vehicles.
• Assess tax implications of various financing and ownership structures.
• Offer ongoing strategic tax advice on holding structures, financing, and repatriation strategies for real estate investments across jurisdictions.

Transfer Pricing

• Manage transfer pricing documentation for real estate entities, ensuring compliance with local and international regulations.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5-7 years of progressive experience in tax advisory or management within the real estate sector, with expertise in multi-jurisdictional taxation.
• Strong knowledge of tax laws and regulations related to real estate transactions, structuring, and transfer pricing.