Assistant Manager, Tax

• Lead the preparation and review of tax returns for businesses and individuals, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable regulations
• Oversee tax compliance processes and provide strategic tax planning and advisory services to optimize tax positions
• Manage and resolve complex tax issues through in-depth research, technical analysis, and application of relevant laws and regulations
• Lead tax audits, including planning, documentation, and direct liaison with external auditors and tax authorities
• Review and approve quarterly and annual tax reports, ensuring timely submission and high-quality deliverables
• Develop and implement tax policies, procedures, and internal controls to enhance efficiency and compliance
• Monitor changes in tax laws and regulations, assessing their impact on the organization and advising senior stakeholders accordingly
• Manage relationships with external advisors, consultants, and regulatory bodies
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of tax professionals, ensuring performance management and capability building
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the tax function, including process optimization and automation

Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (Master’s degree is a plus)
• Professional certification such as CPA,or equivalent is preferred
• 7–10 years of experience in tax, with strong exposure to corporate tax, VAT, and tax compliance
• Proven experience in a managerial or supervisory role, leading and developing teams
• Strong knowledge of local tax laws and regulations, with the ability to interpret and apply them effectively
• Experience in handling tax audits and dealing with tax authorities
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage complex tax matters
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• High attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP/accounting systems (Oracle)
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities