Manager Tax

Job Summary:

Implement the tax policy. Advise on non-complex local tax compliance matters. Handle tax filing submissions and prepare reports/updates on tax compliance matters.

Job Responsibilities:

• Support superior in managing tax ad hoc operating budgets and costs via finance's annual allocation to ensure efficient usage of resources.
• Support the local implementation of the tax policy and controls to ensure effective governance over all taxation matters.
• Prepare basic information to assist discussions on tax disputes and coordinate scheduling of such discussions.
• Prepare tax computations, coordinate filing of tax returns, process tax payments, manage withholding tax, etc. to manage local tax compliance. Maintain tax submission documentations.
• Provide administrative support during tax audits, including preparation of basic tax information and schedules, coordinate meetings, etc. Support local tax audit defense.
• Gather and compile information needed for the preparation of reports and updates to the Group. Assist the superior in guaranteeing compliance with all local tax regulations.
• Assist in the implementation of the country's special projects/initiatives in providing value-added tax services to internal stakeholders.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders on basic queries and requests related to tax matters.
• Respond to basic queries and requests from tax authorities/auditors/external consultants in relation to regulatory requirements/tax audits/tax advisory engagements.

Job Requirements:

• Degree or professional qualification in Accountancy/Finance/Law or a related discipline
• Five to seven years experience in a similar role, preferably in a corporate tax consulting environment
• Demonstrate sound knowledge and understanding of the business and industry
• Demonstrate sound knowledge and application of taxation principles, tax accounting and local tax regulations
• Proven hands-on experience in SAP accounting applications is an advantage
• Demonstrate strong research and analytical skills
• Demonstrate proficiencies in office productivity tools (e.g. Excel, Word and PowerPoint)