Tax Director

4 days ago

Singapur, Singapore AMEX Full time

About the Role

We are seeking a highly experienced Tax Director to lead our tax advisory efforts in APAC markets, with a focus on Japan and South Korea. As a trusted advisor to stakeholders, you will provide sound tax analysis and practical tax advisory to drive business growth and ensure compliance with tax laws.

Main Responsibilities

  • Provide tax advisory services to business lines and stakeholders on direct and indirect tax matters, including domestic and international transactions.
  • Develop and implement tax strategies to ensure strong tax posture and minimize tax risks.
  • Work closely with auditors to ensure efficient outcomes and take appropriate positions in external audits.
  • Proactively participate in business initiatives and projects to drive tax efficiency and identify improvement opportunities.
  • Analyze pending local and international tax legislation to ensure relevant cost/benefit impacts are correctly assessed.
  • Develop and implement advocacy strategies to keep stakeholders informed of developments.
  • Develop internal and external networks with relevant stakeholders.
  • Support tax compliance teams by recommending tax positions and reviewing tax returns for technical accuracy.
  • Drive effective governance and support control of tax processes to ensure compliance with tax laws and regulations.
  • Support tax processes and systems transformation to improve digital and process efficiency.

Requirements

  • 12+ years of experience in Japanese taxation, with a degree in tax or law and a Japan CPA and Zeirishi (registered tax agent) certification.
  • Experience working in a global matrix organization and familiarity with accounting rules.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to creatively apply tax rules to business situations.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work with a wide range of individuals, including government tax officials.
  • High integrity and ethics, with the ability to work independently and effectively.

About American Express

We back our colleagues and their loved ones with benefits and programs that support their holistic well-being. Our benefits include competitive base salaries, bonus incentives, support for financial-well-being and retirement, comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits, flexible working models, generous paid parental leave policies, free access to global on-site wellness centers, free and confidential counseling support, and career development and training opportunities.

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