Direct Tax Lead

For more than 265 years, JACOBS DOUWE EGBERTS (JDE) is inspired by its belief that it’s amazing what can happen over a cup of coffee or tea. We are fuelled by our purpose of unleashing the possibilities of coffee and tea to create a better future. Today, our coffee & tea portfolio is available in more than 100 developed and emerging markets, through a portfolio of over 50 brands that collectively cover the entire category landscape led by leading household names such as L’OR, Jacobs, Senseo, Tassimo, Douwe Egberts, Old Town, Super, Pickwick and Moccona.

JDE is part of JDE Peet’s, the world’s largest pure-play coffee and tea company, headquartered in The Netherlands.

What’s it like to work at JDE?

We are proud of our passionate, driven associates that challenge the status quo and pursue mastery in everything they do. Our goal is simple and ambitious – JDE: A coffee & tea for every cup.

At JDE, we're Made to Stand Out. Every day we are progressive in outlook, ambitious in nature, resourceful in action and decisive in approach, bringing coffee and tea moments to everyone around the world.

The role of Direct Tax Lead SG, MY & CN is responsible for corporate income tax related matters – direct taxes including transfer pricing of legal entities based in Singapore, Malaysia and China. The primary goal is to ensure accurate and timely tax reporting and tax compliance for all entities in scope.

Responsibilities:

• Act in compliance with JDE Peet’s Tax Strategy and Tax Policies.
• Preparation and ensuring timely filing of corporate income tax returns, withholding tax returns, and other tax compliance obligations (e.g., Principal Hub, Pillar 2 and CbCR related) for legal entities based in Singapore, Malaysia and China, with support from external stakeholders as appropriate.
• Ensure proper transfer pricing documentations are prepared in accordance with the Transfer Pricing Guidelines for all legal entities (where applicable) based in Singapore, Malaysia and China, with support from external stakeholders as appropriate.
• Reviewing and ensuring timely submission of tax accounting/ deferred tax calculations and provisions for legal entities based in Singapore, Malaysia and China.
• Provide tax advice and support to internal stakeholders (e.g., business, finance and legal) on various tax matters, such as cross-border transactions, transfer pricing, restructurings, tax incentives and tax treaties, including the review and draft (Intercompany) of agreements from a corporate income tax (including transfer pricing) perspective.
• Monitor and analyze tax developments and changes in tax laws and regulations in Singapore, Malaysia and China and assess the impact & implications for the business.
• Take charge of improvements to local tax-related practices and procedures.
• Responsible for ad-hoc projects such as e-Invoicing, IT and ERP configurations/ updates/ automation on matters relating to tax.
• Liaising with local tax authorities and government agencies.
• Manage and prepare reply for tax audits, tax inquiries, and tax controversies with tax authorities in Singapore, Malaysia and China and seek external tax advice as needed.

Are you bursting with fresh ideas and a hunger for learning? We want you!

Here's what we're looking for:

• Academic Program: You are enrolled in Bachelor’s degree in accounting/Finance.
• Experienced: Minimum 5 years’ experience in tax/ tax related roles, experience in a big 4 audit firm is an added advantage
• Skillset: You possess strong understanding knowledge of tax and transfer pricing regulations.
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills. Experience in using SAP will be an added advantage.
• Personal traits: You have a structured approach, a driven and energetic personality, excellent communication in Mandarin & English and people skills, and the ability to work both in a team and independently.

Are you ready to Unleash Your Possibility within JDE Peet's?

Here's how to apply:

• Upload your resume (in English) using our LinkedIn or career site application form
• After applying, we'll reach out within three weeks to let you know what's next.
• During the application process, you'll be asked to attend at least one interview at our Johor office.

Would you like to join an internship at a Coffee & Tea company that values your future success and prioritizes your passion for positive change?

Here’s why you should apply:

• Passionate, energetic & innovative work culture
• Outstanding Career Development Opportunities
• Exciting allowances to perk up your day
• Meal subsidies (because great coffee needs great snacks!)
• Sports perks to keep you energized
• The best coffee and tea served all day in our office – or be your own Barista!

Check out this opportunity and Unleash Your Possibility at JDE Peet's!