SVP, International Tax and Transfer Pricing, Group Finance

Business Function
Group Finance aims to deliver world-class standards in reporting, financial planning and finance processes. We provide insights and analyses that help the bank make sound business decisions &ndash whether in the areas of product development or customer profitability. We also provide capital management, business planning, forecasting, and tax and accounting advisory services.
The bank is also a certified Accredited Training Organisation (ATO) for the Singapore Qualification Programme by the Singapore Accountancy Commission and an Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) Approved Employer.
Job Purpose
Based in Singapore, this role in the DBS Group Tax function will support tax matters across multiple jurisdictions (including regional tax matters / dispute resolution). In addition, the individual will also assist in setting and managing Transfer Pricing policies across the DBS Group, ensuring effective implementation and advising senior management on international tax developments.
Responsibilities
Key Accountabilities

• Provide support to the tax teams in various locations in managing tax uncertainty and disputes across multiple jurisdictions
• Analyse tax implications for new business/products including M&A and engage in effective solutioning/structuring with the relevant stakeholders
• Develop and implement Transfer Pricing policies across the DBS Group with collaboration from business and business finance teams
• Keep abreast of tax developments and proactively engage senior management in managing the implications

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide advisory support for tax and transfer pricing matters across the DBS Group, including tax compliance and dispute resolution matters
• Ensure effective implementation and compliance with transfer pricing requirements by the business and support units in the group
• Manage tax matters across jurisdictions, working closely with country tax teams
• Provide a holistic view of responsible areas, for presentation to senior management
• Provide tax advisory on new products and businesses including M&A activities
• Track new tax developments or complex tax issues, and deliver insights for management
• Manage communications for external stakeholders (e.g. tax authorities and auditors)
• Work on Tax infrastructural projects where required
• Provide strong leadership and coaching to junior tax staff, and build strong team

Requirements
Required Experience

• Minimum 15 years of corporate, transfer pricing or international tax experience, ideally with some years gained within a Big 4 professional firm and/or the financial sector.
• In-house tax experience of at least 5 years in relevant industry (Banking/Finance) preferred
• Experience handling in M&A transactions and multi-jurisdictional issues a strong advantage.
• Experience with tax-related IT projects is an advantage.

Core Competencies

• Adept at handling financial numbers and Excel modelling
• Knowledge of Accounting
• Excellent written and spoken communication, including strong power point skills
• Expertise in handling complex tax issues
• Ability to anticipate and analyse business and financial impact arising from changing global tax landscape
• Experience in handling stakeholders across multiple jurisdictions
• Strong knowledge of banking business and financial products
• Strong leadership including providing direction and guidance to team members

Education / Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting or Tax-related equivalent
• Professional Qualification (SCTP, ICPAS and/or ACA / ACCA preferred)

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We offer a competitive salary and benefits package and the professional advantages of a dynamic environment that supports your development and recognises your achievements.Singapore-DBS Asia Central
Business Function Group Finance aims to deliver world-class standards in reporting, financial planning and finance processes. We provide insights and analyses that help the bank make sound business decisions &ndash whether in the areas of product dev

Experience: 15.00-18.00 Years

Education: Diploma