Description

Handle corporate tax compliance and advisory. Maintain governance framework for Common Reporting Standard and FATCA Regulations.

Job Responsibilities :

Corporate Income Tax Compliance and Reporting, Financial Sector Incentive (FSI) Compliance and Head Office Reporting

• Support the preparation, review, and coordination of the Branch's annual corporate income tax returns and associated filings.
• Liaise with external tax advisers on corporate tax compliance matters.
• Prepare and liaise with the auditors on tax provisions, tax disclosures, and tax-related financial reporting requirements.
• Collate documentation and prepare responses to queries raised by the tax authority.
• Keep abreast of changes in tax legislation and assess potential implications for the Branch.

• Support the renewal and ongoing administration of the Branch's Financial Sector Incentive (FSI) awards, including the preparation and submission of annual review returns.
• Prepare tax reports as part of regular reporting to Head Office.

1. Tax Advisory Support

• Provide tax advisory support to business units.
• Assess Singapore and cross-border tax implications arising from new products, business initiatives, and operational changes.

1. APAC Tax Governance and Regional Oversight

• Monitor international tax developments.
• Support the implementation and enhancement of tax governance frameworks, policies, procedures, and internal controls across the Asia-Pacific region.
• Provide support to regional offices on various tax matters as and when required.

1. OECD BEPS Pillar Two

• Monitor regulatory developments and assist with the regional implementation of OECD BEPS Pillar Two requirements.
• Support data collection, impact assessments, compliance processes, and reporting obligations relating to Pillar Two.

1. Common Reporting Standard (CRS) and Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (FATCA)

• Support the Branch's governance, compliance, and reporting obligations under CRS and FATCA.

1. Projects and Other Responsibilities

• Support tax technology, process improvement, and automation initiatives.
• Perform other ad hoc assignments and responsibilities as assigned.

Job Requirements :

• Bachelor in Accountancy
• Professional tax qualification (e.g., SCTP, ACA, ACCA, CPA, CA, CTA) will be advantageous.
• 2-5 years of relevant working experience in FI or banking
• Strong technical knowledge of Singapore corporate taxation and international tax concepts and ability to interpret tax legislation.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across functions and jurisdictions.
• Detail-oriented with a strong risk and control mindset.