Senior Tax Manager (Maternity Cover - Contract)

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

REC Group is an international pioneering solar energy company dedicated to empowering consumers with clean, affordable solar power through high-quality solar panels with a leading power density. As Solar's Most Trusted, REC is known for its patented innovations and multiple award-winning products with reliable long-term performance. The cornerstone for REC's strong reliability is advanced and highly efficient manufacturing using Industry 4.0 practices. Founded in 1996 in Norway, REC has always been committed to a low carbon footprint in its solar materials and panels. REC is headquartered in Norway with operational headquarters in Singapore and regional hubs in North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. As of December 2021, REC is part of Reliance Industries Limited, India's largest private sector company with revenues of USD 104.6 billion.

Find out more at recgroup.com

RESPONSIBILITIES

As a Senior Tax Manager, you will be responsible for all tax matters including but not limited to tax advisory and compliance matters in REC, formulate and improve existing processes, review tax filings and reports, and resolve issues and inquiries such as transfer pricing, corporate tax matters, group restructuring, and lead/support in occasional ad-hoc projects.

Transfer Pricing

Works directly with affiliated company's Transfer Pricing Team and formulate new or improve existing REC processes to align various REC teams to meet affiliated company's Transfer Pricing guidelines and requirements. This includes engaging and managing external TP consultants to determine appropriate:

1) IntraGroup selling prices of products

2) IntraGroup interest rates for loans & borrowings

3) IntraGroup cross charging of management fees and royalties etc.

4) All other IntraGroup transactions

The role is required to lead the preparation and coordination of all transfer pricing documentation at the group level and at each local entity level (Singapore/US/Germany/Japan/China/Norway)

Corporate Tax

• Monitor local tax regulations in all REC markets including any upcoming changes and updating the management timely.
• Proactive coverage of interfaces between various REC regions and affiliated company's Tax Team to ensure alignment with affiliated company's Tax guidelines and requirements
• Assist in coordinating appropriate responses to tax audits in any REC markets

Indirect and Other Taxes

• Oversee Singapore GST compliance, including the review and approval of monthly GST filings prepared by the Finance team.
• Review and ensure accuracy of Singapore withholding tax (WHT) filings for payments to non-residents.
• Liaise with external consultants and local finance teams to address GST, WHT, and other indirect tax queries across REC entities as needed.
• Ensure timely submission of all indirect tax filings and identify opportunities for process improvements or risk mitigation.
• Support ad-hoc reviews of customs duties, import/export tax implications, and property tax assessments.

Ad-Hoc Projects

The role will also be expected to lead or support in occasional ad-hoc projects such as:

• Optimization of Transfer Pricing between Corporate Taxes and Custom Duties within regulatory parameters to achieve the best financial outcome
• Minimizing Corporate & Withholding Taxes during the structuring of IntraGroup Loans, Royalties, Management Fees and Dividends
• Formulate approaches or processes to determine appropriate inputs relating to corporate taxes for any REC expansion into new markets or special projects.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Degree in accountancy or taxation
• Certified CPA / Chartered Accountant is preferred
• Minimum 7 years of tax experience in public accounting firm (Big four preferred)
• Good working knowledge of Singapore taxation and International tax knowledge
• Strong technical knowledge of direct / indirect taxes and transfer pricing regulations
• Outstanding conceptual, analytical and problem-solving skills, coupled with a high energy level
• Ability to be proactive and demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Well-organized and detail-oriented
• Able to work both independently and as a team player

OTHER INFORMATION

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Please note that your application will be sent to and reviewed by the direct employer - REC Group