5-8 years of relevant experience in corporate tax and/or GST/VAT, inclusive of 2 years of in-house tax analyst exp and minimum 3 years of Big 4 tax experience
Knowledge and experience working with tax technology solutions is a must.
Looking at candidates with both experience in an in-house tax role and tax compliance experience gained with Big 4 audit firms

Our client is a renowned and global commodity trading MNC based in town. It offers good perks and an attractive variable bonus for good performers. The MNC is now looking to hire a hands-on tax accountant/executive for the tax team.

Job Description

The Regional Tax Executive plays an essential role within the APAC Tax team, supporting the Regional Tax Managers with a focus on indirect tax compliance and tax system automation for APAC region, You are expected to assist in direct tax and transfer pricing compliance, where necessary, and you will be given the opportunity to serve as a key liaison between the APAC Tax team and cross-functional business stakeholders on regional tax projects.

Responsibilities:

Tax Systems & Technology Integration

Triage tax issues raised by users to identify root causes and support/resolve accordingly.
Collaborate with IT teams/system developers to translate business/tax requirements into technical solutions, as well as to test, implement and enhance tax technology solutions for automation and efficiency.
Participate in implementation projects for in-house developed tax engine & new e-invoicing scheme.
Evaluate and recommend new technologies that can improve direct tax and indirect tax work processes.

Tax Process Optimization & Risk Management

Support the Regional Tax Managers on tax risk management for APAC region, with a primary focus on Singapore entities.
Identify opportunities for streamlining and improving direct tax and indirect tax work processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
Design and implement best practices to optimize workflows and ensure compliance with relevant tax regulations.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement changes in tax processes, systems and/or compliance requirements, including providing training to internal teams and users on process improvements, ensuring awareness and adherence to compliance standards.
Maintain comprehensive documentation of direct & indirect tax work processes and internal controls/procedures.

Tax Compliance & Provision

Assist in preparing tax schedules and managing tax compliance reporting and payment deadlines and other related matters for entities within the APAC region (i.e. GST, VAT, CIT, WHT, TP), including working with external tax agents and reviewing their deliverables.
Assist in preparing monthly tax provisions for Singapore entities.
Assist in preparing responses to information requests by tax authorities.
Assist in preparing & liaising with external tax consultants on Assisted Compliance Assurance Programme (ACAP) for GST, Tax Risk Management and Control Framework for Corporate Income Tax (CTRM), BEPS Pillar Two and transfer pricing documentation.
Keep abreast of changes and/or developments in tax laws and administrative practices for APAC and analyse the corresponding implications.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accountancy, ACCA or equivalent.
5-8 years of relevant experience in corporate tax and/or GST/VAT, inclusive of minimum 2 years of in-house tax analyst exp and minimium 3 years of Big 4 tax experience
Knowledge and experience working with tax technology or tax automation solutions is a must.
Has a mixture of both in house tax experience and Big 4 tax compliance experience
Excellent problem-solving and communication skills, with the ability to communicate tax technical issues, especially with non-tax professionals.
Effective in influencing and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
Familiar with tax laws within the APAC region.
Proactive and hands-on attitude.
Meticulous with keen attention to detail.
Able to multitask and work under reasonable pressure and meet tight deadlines.
Team-oriented and process-driven.
Ok to work 100% from office (based in town and near an MRT station)

Selling and additional points

The co is a top-notch and highly regarded commodity trading MNC
The co offers an attractive var bonus for its employees. It also offers an international and global MNC work environment with excellent job exposure and job stability.
The role is based in town. The co's employees work 100% from office

To apply, pl send your cv in word doc to [HIDDEN TEXT]. Pl also include details on your current salary, expected salary and notice period in your cv.

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Posted by:

CAP Consulting (EA license: 14C7175)

Caroline Poh (EA Registration: R1105649)

Date ad is posted - 7 Sep 26

Regional Tax Accountant/professional with international commodity trading house