Senior Tax Manager
About this position
Are you a seasoned tax professional ready to take your career to the next level? CREA is looking for an experienced Senior Tax Manager to join our dynamic team and work closely with our CFO in shaping the company’s tax strategy. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a passion for driving process improvements, tax compliance, and financial success, this is the perfect role for you.
Responsibilities
• Lead Tax Compliance: Oversee the preparation and submission of corporate income tax, withholding tax, indirect tax, transfer pricing, and other statutory returns to tax authorities.
• Ensure Timely & Accurate Submissions: Establish robust processes for tax calculations and timely compliance across all entities in the group.
• Drive Innovation: Spearhead the automation of tax accounting and reporting within our ERP system for greater efficiency and accuracy.
• Strategic Tax Planning: Provide strategic guidance on transfer pricing and manage inter-company transactions to optimize tax outcomes.
• Manage Tax Risks: Identify and manage potential tax risks, continuously seeking areas for improvement and implementing tax-saving strategies.
• Lead Tax Audits & Refunds: Take charge of tax audits, manage interactions with local revenue authorities, and oversee the process of tax refunds.
• Serve as a Tax Authority: Become the go-to expert for all tax-related matters across the business, advising senior management and departments on tax implications.
Requirements
• Education: Degree in Taxation, Accounting, Law, or a related field.
• Experience: 7-10 years of hands-on tax experience with a proven track record in managing complex tax matters, interacting with tax authorities and leading teams. Successful records of tax refunds from revenue department is a strong plus.
• Tax Expertise: In-depth knowledge of corporate tax regulations and local tax practices.
• Strong Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to explain complex tax issues to non-tax professionals.
• Detail-Oriented: Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and a knack for meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Tech-Savvy: Familiarity with ERP systems and an eagerness to embrace tax automation tools.