Group Tax Manager

A globally business with complex operations across multiple jurisdictions is seeking a Group Tax Manager to oversee its global tax function. This role offers a rare opportunity to build and enhance a world-class tax framework while working cross-functionally with global stakeholders in finance, legal, operations, and technology.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Global Tax Compliance & Reporting

• Lead and coordinate corporate income tax, indirect tax, and withholding tax compliance across all jurisdictions.
• Oversee the preparation, review, and filing of statutory tax returns in collaboration with local finance teams and external tax advisors.
• Manage tax audits and investigations, ensuring accurate, timely, and well-supported responses.
• Maintain and update Transfer Pricing documentation
• Lead annual Country-by-Country Reporting (CbCR) and monitor developments like OECD BEPS and Pillar Two for impact assessment.

2. Tax Accounting & Financial Reporting

• Own tax accounting processes across the group:

- Current and deferred tax calculations

- Tax provisions and disclosures for statutory and internal reporting

• Support quarterly and annual financial closes with standardised tax reporting packs.
• Ensure alignment between tax filings, provisions, and financial statements.

3. Process Improvement, Systems & Controls

• Champion process automation and digitisation of tax workflows; collaborate with Finance and IT on system alignment.
• Enhance internal controls and audit readiness; develop clear procedures and documentation.
• Drive tax risk mitigation, compliance consistency, and data quality improvement.

4. Stakeholder Engagement & Governance

• Partner with global Finance, Legal, Operations, and external advisors to ensure compliance and tax efficiency.
• Maintain alignment with internal governance standards and external regulatory expectations.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Qualified tax professional (ACA, CPA or equivalent); Big 4 or similar background preferred.
• 7+ years post-qualification experience, with strong exposure to international tax compliance, reporting, and audit.
• Deep knowledge of direct and indirect tax, transfer pricing, and tax accounting (current & deferred).
• Experience working across multinational groups; exposure to trading or asset-heavy industries is a bonus.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with ERP systems.
• Strong sense of ownership, analytical acumen, and compliance-first mindset.
• Structured and detail-oriented, able to manage multi-country tax deadlines efficiently.
• Collaborative and pragmatic, with excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

This is a high-impact role for a technically strong and commercially aware tax leader who thrives in fast-paced, international environments and is ready to build scalable tax processes and governance frameworks for a growing group.

CEI: R1219292

EA License: 23C1501

Judobi (Singapore) Pte. Ltd.