Job Description

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Job Title: Global Transfer Pricing Manager
Department: Tax
Location: Singapore
Summary:
Join our dynamic team and play a pivotal role in managing Singapore tax and international tax analysis and compliance for a digital service industry and groundbreaking digital telecommunications business. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain first-hand tax experience through deep involvement and collaboration within a cutting-edge, digitalized environment. As a Tax Project Management Lead, you'll collaborate with business and regional tax teams, provide strategic tax advice, and contribute to the success of our global operations.
Key Responsibilities:Global Transfer Pricing Compliance Management & Advice: + Coordinate and/or prepare transfer pricing documentation.
+ Develop and maintain robust defense files for transfer pricing matters.
+ Manage and support transfer pricing audits.
+ Review and advise on intragroup agreements.
+ Undertake operational transfer pricing planning, including reviewing existing transfer pricing processes and implement improvements where appropriate
Tax Project Management Lead: + Lead and manage various tax-related projects, ensuring timely and effective completion.
Tax Audit Management: + Handle tax inquiries and maintain strong relationships with tax authorities.
Regional Tax Collaboration: + Collaborate with regional tax teams to ensure consistent and compliant tax practices.
+ Liaise with external tax consultants to obtain expert advice and support.
Tax Controversy Resolution/Prevention: + Proactively identify and resolve potential tax controversies.
+ Develop strategies to prevent future tax disputes.
Contract Review: + Review contracts from a tax perspective, identifying and mitigating potential tax risks.


Minimum Requirements (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities):Minimum of 9 years of experience in tax services within an international firm and/or a global corporate organisation (minimum 3 years). Prior experience dealing with transfer pricing issues in multiple jurisdictions. Experience handling international transfer pricing audit or APA/MAP is a plus. Strong understanding of OECD transfer pricing guidelines. Some familiarity with Pillar 2 is a plus. Proven ability to lead and collaborate effectively with staff at all levels across various departments. Ability to multi-task, handle multiple projects and propose/implement practical solutions. Ability to handle large amount of information (e.g. group commercial background, business operations, organisation structures, etc) Comfortable with transfer pricing technology. Experience with Aibidia is a plus. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. Experience in the digital service and/or telecommunications industry is highly desirable. Demonstrated ability to embrace challenges and work effectively under pressure. A proactive and adaptable mindset, with a passion for understanding and navigating complex issues in a fast-paced, uncertain environment.

Qualification Requirements:Bachelor's Degree in Tax or Accounting. CA/CPA preferred (but not mandatory).

Benefits:Competitive salary and benefits package Opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects in a dynamic and innovative environment Professional development and growth opportunities Collaborative and supportive work culture

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