Tax Compliance Manager (Shipping/Maritime)
Our client is a leading organisation in the Maritime industry and is looking for an experienced Tax professional with strong expertise in tax compliance, planning, and advisory.
Key Responsibilities:
Tax Compliance & Reporting:
- Ensure corporate tax compliance across multiple jurisdictions, including Singapore, UK, India, and other relevant regions.
- Oversee tax reporting obligations such as GST/VAT, freight tax, and international tax compliance (BEPS, transfer pricing).
- Maintain transfer pricing documentation and policies in accordance with OECD guidelines.
- Prepare and review BEPS workbooks, tax computations, country-by-country reports, and GloBE Information Returns.
Tax Advisory & Strategic Support:
- Provide strategic tax planning and advisory support to business units in collaboration with external tax advisors.
- Stay updated on changes in tax legislation, assess potential impacts on business operations, and ensure compliance with new tax requirements.
- Engage with tax authorities and government agencies such as IRAS for regulatory discussions and tax audits.
- Lead and manage tax-related queries and audits from relevant authorities.
Projects & Process Improvement:
- Drive ad-hoc tax initiatives such as M&A transactions and strategic business projects.
- Work closely with internal finance teams to ensure effective tax compliance processes and reporting.
- Identify opportunities for tax optimization and process enhancements.
Key Requirements:
- Degree in Tax, Accounting, or Finance, with a professional tax qualification (e.g., Accredited Tax Professional).
- 10+ years of experience in both a Big Four firm and large multinational corporations (preferably within shipping).
- Strong technical tax knowledge of Singapore tax legislation, international tax laws, and freight tax regulations.
- Experience in transfer pricing, BEPS compliance, and tax planning strategies.
- Prior engagement with IRAS and other tax authorities is advantageous.
- Hands-on experience with accounting systems is a plus.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with a high level of integrity and professionalism.