106 Tax Director jobs in Singapore

Job Title: Tax Director – Family Office Clients

Location: Singapore

Firm: Big 4 Accounting Firm

Department: Private Client & Family Office Tax Services

Type: Full-Time | Director Level

About the Role

We are seeking a highly experienced and client-focused Tax Director to play a leadership role and grow our Family Office and Private Client tax practice in Singapore. This is a leadership opportunity within a global Big 4 firm, offering the platform to work with ultra-high-net-worth individuals (UHNWIs), family offices, and private investment entities across Asia and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted tax advisor to family office clients, UHNWIs, and privately held businesses on cross-border and Singapore tax matters.
• Lead client engagements involving complex wealth structuring, succession planning, asset protection, trust and estate planning, and philanthropic structures.
• Advise on the establishment and ongoing management of single and multi-family offices, including governance, compliance, and regulatory considerations.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, family office advisors, trustees, legal counsel, and other intermediaries.
• Drive business development and contribute to the strategic growth of the family office tax service line in Southeast Asia.
• Manage and mentor a team of tax professionals, providing technical guidance, coaching, and performance management.
• Keep up to date with changes in tax legislation and developments impacting the family office sector, both in Singapore and globally.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including corporate tax, international tax, legal, and advisory services to deliver comprehensive client solutions.

Requirements

• Minimum 10 years of relevant tax advisory experience, preferably within a Big 4, law firm, or boutique private client practice.
• Proven track record advising family offices, UHNWIs, and private clients on tax planning and structuring.
• Strong technical knowledge of Singapore tax regulations and international tax principles relevant to wealth management and succession planning.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build trust and rapport with senior stakeholders.
• Leadership experience, including managing teams and driving practice development.
• Professional qualification (e.g. CA, CPA, CTA, JD, LLM, or equivalent) is highly desirable.
• Experience working with clients across Asia-Pacific is a plus.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to work with high-profile family office clients across Asia and globally.
• A leadership role within a world-class tax practice with access to deep technical expertise and resources.
• A dynamic and collaborative working environment.
• Competitive remuneration and benefits, with clear pathways for career progression.

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About the role

You will have the opportunity to help shape, influence and drive the business. The successful candidate will manage a diverse portfolio of Singapore incorporated clients in corporate tax and multi-skill in at least on functional area such as GST, transfer pricing, private wealth, or M&A. You may choose to be based either in Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, or Malacca.

Responsibilities:

• Lead a team of tax professionals and manage a portfolio of Singapore tax clients
• Oversee proper execution of tax assignment including planning, execution, and review of tax engagements
• Develop and maintain long-term client relationships and in developing new business opportunities
• Leading and delivering thought leadership and marketing collaterals and drive business development initiatives.

Requirements:

• A recognized degree in Accountancy or professional accounting qualifications such as ACA, ACCA, CPA, Australia or equivalent
• At least 10 years' experience in Singapore tax
• Singapore Certified Tax Professional (SCTP) professional qualification is an advantage
• Experience in shipping industry assignments is an advantage
• Relevant experience with large/mid-tier international accounting firms

Interested applicants should send in their detailed resume stating why they are suitable for the role; their notice period; and expected salary.

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T&L: Director - Private Tax

Date: 17 Sept 2025

Location: Singapore, Singapore, SG

Title: Private Tax, under Business Tax Service Line (based in Singapore) – Private Tax Director

Are you ready to unleash your potential?
At Deloitte, our purpose is to make an impact that matters for our clients, our people, and the communities we serve. We believe we have a responsibility to be a force for good, and WorldImpact is our portfolio of initiatives focused on making a tangible impact on society’s biggest challenges and creating a better future. We strive to advise clients on how to deliver purpose-led growth and embed more equitable, inclusive as well as sustainable business practices. Hence, we seek talented individuals driven to excel and innovate, working together to achieve our shared goals. We are committed to creating positive work experiences that foster a culture of respect and inclusion, where diverse perspectives are celebrated, and everyone is recognised for their contributions. Ready to unleash your potential with us? Join the winning team now!

Deloitte 's Tax Services help companies and individuals manage their tax costs and obligations effectively, especially in the area of cross-border tax matters. Leveraging on Deloitte's global resources and reach, our Tax professionals keep clients abreast of developments that have tax implications and advise them in structuring investments, merger and acquisitions, transfer pricing, tax planning and compliance. Deloitte Private focused on privately held businesses and their owner families helping them with advising on wealth structuring, general and tax reporting obligations, family succession planning and tax efficiency of specific investments.

Deloitte Private focuses on the private client segment which represents a significant and growing market in Asia Pacific and is foundational to building Deloitte’s scale and earnings in the region. As at FY20, Deloitte Private represents around 22% of the AP Firm and is one of the fastest growing parts of Deloitte in most markets we operate.

Specifically, Deloitte Private refers to the community of people and area of all business units, focused on working with clients in the following categories:

• Family Enterprises, incl HNW, their family businesses and Family Office
• Private equity firms
• Private companies
• Emerging growth companies

You will join our team of dedicated Deloitte Private tax specialists, providing advice to privately held businesses and their owners. You will be one of the primary contacts for very wealthy Asian and global families and become a trusted advisor to those clients. You will supervise a team of specialised international professionals in executing projects and will coordinate advise across multiple geographies and service lines within Deloitte. After an introductory period you will frequently travel to Indonesia and other Southeast Asian countries and meet clients/targets on your own or jointly with a Deloitte tax partner. Ideally, you would be based or spend a larger connected period of time in Indonesia or another major target market to work more closely with the local Deloitte Private professionals in those markets. You will report directly to the Tax Partner of Deloitte Private for Asia Pacific.

• Review of tax advice, especially those with cross border elements
• Family office establishment including immigration and Section 13D/O/U incentives
• Providing tax compliance and advisory services to a mixed portfolio of corporate and individual clients
• Tax research
• Succession and estate planning
• Preparation of proposals/ presentations and assisting with business development etc.
• Managing client relationships and planning engagements
• Attending or organizing networking events and presentations

Your role as a leader

At Deloitte, we believe in the importance of empowering our people to be leaders at all levels. We connect our purpose and shared values to identify issues as well as to make an impact that matters to our clients, people and the communities. Additionally, Senior Managers / Directors across our Firm are expected to:

• Actively seek out developmental opportunities for growth, act as strong brand ambassadors for the firm as well as share their knowledge and experience with others.
• Respect the needs of their colleagues and build up cooperative relationships.
• Understand the goals of our internal and external stakeholder to set personal priorities as well as align their teams’ work to achieve the objectives.
• Constantly challenge themselves, collaborate with others to deliver on tasks and take accountability for the results.
• Build productive relationships and communicate effectively in order to positively influence teams and other stakeholders.
• Offer insights based on a solid understanding of what makes Deloitte successful.
• Project integrity and confidence while motivating others through team collaboration as well as recognising individual strengths, differences, and contributions.
• Understand disruptive trends and promote potential opportunities for improvement.

• Bachelor’s degree in accountancy, law or other related fields. An SCTP accreditation would be an added advantage.
• At least 12 years of tax advisory experience, preferably with an international accounting/ law firm.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Has an analytical mind and meticulous
• Ability to work under tight deadlines

Due to volume of applications, we regret only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Candidates will only be contacted by authorised Deloitte Recruiters via firm’s business contact number or business email address.

Requisition ID:

In Singapore, the services are provided by Deloitte and other related entities in Singapore("Deloitte in Singapore"), which are affiliates of Deloitte Southeast Asia Ltd. Deloitte Southeast Asia Ltd is a member firm of Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Limited. Deloitte in Singapore, which is within the Deloitte Network, is the entity that is providing this Website.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the full spectrum of tax matters for the Group and provide strategic advice to senior leadership on key tax issues.
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations across all entities and branches by actively monitoring obligations, mitigating risks of late filings, and managing tax audits or disputes.
• Advise and support the Finance and Tax teams on corporate and deferred tax matters, including technical guidance when required.
• Establish, implement, and maintain tax governance frameworks, including Transfer Pricing and Tax Risk Management policies.
• Support M&A activities and divestments through due diligence reviews and tax structuring input.
• Contribute to global tax planning and compliance processes.
• Lead and develop a regional tax team.
• Drive the implementation of BEPS Pillar Two, Transfer Pricing policies, and assess their impact on the Group's tax position.
• Identify and execute tax strategies to optimize the Group's effective tax rate.
• Partner with business units on projects to enhance tax efficiency.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent.
• Professional qualification (CA/CPA preferred) with at least 15 years' experience in corporate tax, gained within multinational corporations or international accounting firms.
• Strong technical expertise in tax analysis and tax accounting.
• Solid leadership and people management skills.
• Proven experience handling complex international tax matters, including tax treaty interpretations.
• Proactive, hands-on, and professional with strong initiative.
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Prior experience in a large corporate environment preferred.

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T&L: Director - Private Tax
Date: 17 Sept 2025
Location: Singapore, Singapore, SG
Title:
Private Tax, under Business Tax Service Line (based in Singapore) – Private Tax Director
Are you ready to unleash your potential?
At Deloitte, our purpose is to make an impact that matters for our clients, our people, and the communities we serve. We believe we have a responsibility to be a force for good, and WorldImpact is our portfolio of initiatives focused on making a tangible impact on society’s biggest challenges and creating a better future. We strive to advise clients on how to deliver purpose-led growth and embed more equitable, inclusive as well as sustainable business practices. Hence, we seek talented individuals driven to excel and innovate, working together to achieve our shared goals. We are committed to creating positive work experiences that foster a culture of respect and inclusion, where diverse perspectives are celebrated, and everyone is recognised for their contributions. Ready to unleash your potential with us? Join the winning team now!
Deloitte 's Tax Services help companies and individuals manage their tax costs and obligations effectively, especially in the area of cross-border tax matters. Leveraging on Deloitte's global resources and reach, our Tax professionals keep clients abreast of developments that have tax implications and advise them in structuring investments, merger and acquisitions, transfer pricing, tax planning and compliance. Deloitte Private focused on privately held businesses and their owner families helping them with advising on wealth structuring, general and tax reporting obligations, family succession planning and tax efficiency of specific investments.
Deloitte Private focuses on the private client segment which represents a significant and growing market in Asia Pacific and is foundational to building Deloitte’s scale and earnings in the region. As at FY20, Deloitte Private represents around 22% of the AP Firm and is one of the fastest growing parts of Deloitte in most markets we operate.
Specifically, Deloitte Private refers to the community of people and area of all business units, focused on working with clients in the following categories:
Family Enterprises, incl HNW, their family businesses and Family Office
Private equity firms
Private companies
Emerging growth companies
You will join our team of dedicated Deloitte Private tax specialists, providing advice to privately held businesses and their owners. You will be one of the primary contacts for very wealthy Asian and global families and become a trusted advisor to those clients. You will supervise a team of specialised international professionals in executing projects and will coordinate advise across multiple geographies and service lines within Deloitte. After an introductory period you will frequently travel to Indonesia and other Southeast Asian countries and meet clients/targets on your own or jointly with a Deloitte tax partner. Ideally, you would be based or spend a larger connected period of time in Indonesia or another major target market to work more closely with the local Deloitte Private professionals in those markets. You will report directly to the Tax Partner of Deloitte Private for Asia Pacific.
Responsibilities
Review of tax advice, especially those with cross border elements
Family office establishment including immigration and Section 13D/O/U incentives
Providing tax compliance and advisory services to a mixed portfolio of corporate and individual clients
Tax research
Succession and estate planning
Preparation of proposals/ presentations and assisting with business development etc.
Managing client relationships and planning engagements
Attending or organizing networking events and presentations
Your role as a leader
At Deloitte, we believe in the importance of empowering our people to be leaders at all levels. We connect our purpose and shared values to identify issues as well as to make an impact that matters to our clients, people and the communities. Additionally, Senior Managers / Directors across our Firm are expected to:
Actively seek out developmental opportunities for growth, act as strong brand ambassadors for the firm as well as share their knowledge and experience with others.
Respect the needs of their colleagues and build up cooperative relationships.
Understand the goals of our internal and external stakeholder to set personal priorities as well as align their teams’ work to achieve the objectives.
Constantly challenge themselves, collaborate with others to deliver on tasks and take accountability for the results.
Build productive relationships and communicate effectively in order to positively influence teams and other stakeholders.
Offer insights based on a solid understanding of what makes Deloitte successful.
Project integrity and confidence while motivating others through team collaboration as well as recognising individual strengths, differences, and contributions.
Understand disruptive trends and promote potential opportunities for improvement.
Qualifications and Education Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in accountancy, law or other related fields. An SCTP accreditation would be an added advantage.
At least 12 years of tax advisory experience, preferably with an international accounting/ law firm.
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Has an analytical mind and meticulous
Ability to work under tight deadlines
Due to volume of applications, we regret only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Candidates will only be contacted by authorised Deloitte Recruiters via firm’s business contact number or business email address.
Requisition ID:
In Singapore, the services are provided by Deloitte and other related entities in Singapore("Deloitte in Singapore"), which are affiliates of Deloitte Southeast Asia Ltd. Deloitte Southeast Asia Ltd is a member firm of Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Limited. Deloitte in Singapore, which is within the Deloitte Network, is the entity that is providing this Website.
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Singapore - 138 Market Street, CapitaGreen, #32 01

Brookfield Culture

Brookfield has a unique and dynamic culture.  We seek team members who have a long-term focus and whose values align with our Attributes of a Brookfield Leader:  Entrepreneurial, Collaborative and Disciplined.  Brookfield is committed to the development of our people through challenging work assignments and exposure to diverse businesses.

Job Description

Job Purpose:

The role will primarily be responsible for tax compliance and reporting matters, including transfer pricing documentation for the Asian jurisdictions.    As a shared service, the role will cover Brookfield's corporate entities, as well as entities across the four business groups. The role also involves providing various tax support functions to the operations in the Asia, with a focus on the Singapore entities.  This role offers an excellent opportunity for career development and growth as a tax professional in a highly dynamic and challenging work environment.

Key Accountabilities:

• Manage and review direct and indirect tax compliance/external tax reporting for Asia, with a focus on Singapore tax filings (including, but not limited to, Estimated Chargeable Income (ECI) filing and annual corporate income tax filing, quarterly Goods and Services Tax (GST) filing and submission of Statement of Claims for GST remission, submission of MAS Annual Declaration for Singapore fund tax incentive purposes, application for Singapore Certificate of Residency, Singapore withholding tax compliance, FATCA / CRS registration and reporting, etc.)
• Preparation and/or review of tax provision packages, deferred taxes, tax accounting figures and tax disclosures for entities in Asia
• Monitor applicable transfer pricing policies and ensure adequate up-to-date transfer pricing documentation
• Assist with the implementation of tax planning projects and the integration of target companies into the operations and tax processes
• Coordinate internal reporting and provide tax support for operational matters across internal functions in Asia (Accounting, Legal, Treasury, Finance, Compliance, Corporate Secretarial & Business Operations)
• Liaise with Brookfield's Tax team located globally on reporting and compliance matters
• Monitor changes in tax laws that may impact Brookfield's tax positions, including tax accounting implications in Asia
• Manage external tax advisors/ outsourcing arrangements for tax compliance
• Manage inquiries and audits by tax authorities
• Develop good working relationships with team members
• Foster a culture of operational excellence
• Assist and/or work on tax planning and other ad-hoc projects, as required, from time to time.

Qualifications Required:

• Position requires an individual with a minimum of 8 years of tax experience in the region
• Big 4 accounting/tax firm or industry experience
• In-depth knowledge of Singapore tax legislation and fund tax incentive schemes
• Basic understanding of tax regimes in Asia and cross-border tax issues

Your Profile

• Experience with tax return computations and tax provision reporting, in particular for Singapore
• Experience managing large complex tax assignments
• Ability to multi-task and work in a very fast-paced and team-oriented environment
• Excellent project management skills and applies a pragmatic and efficient approach to handling complex assignments
• Solid computer skills, particularly with Microsoft Office applications
• Strong written and verbal communication and stakeholder management skills
• Self-management and integrity. Works well individually as well as in a team
• Time management skills and ability to meet deadlines and multi-task
• Strives for continuous improvement
• Ability to understand complex legal structures, regulations and apply judgement
• Very well organised and high attention to detail

Brookfield is committed to maintaining a Positive Work Environment that is safe and respectful; our shared success depends on it.  Accordingly, we do not tolerate workplace discrimination, violence or harassment.

We are proud to create a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are grateful for your interest in this position, however, only candidates selected for pre-screening will be contacted.

• Preparing tax computations and returns.
• Assisting in dispute resolution.
• Providing guidance on tax issues.
• Conducting research and updates on tax matters.

• Professional accounting degree or equivalent.
• Fresh graduates welcome.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and strong interpersonal skills.
• Service-oriented and commercially focused, with excellent organizational and analytical skills.

Job Opportunity: Experienced GST Professionals Sought for Key Tax Practice Role

This position presents a unique chance for seasoned GST professionals to contribute significantly to the growth and development of our tax practice. The successful candidate will be a client-focused, highly organized and detail-oriented team member responsible for delivering GST advisory and compliance services to corporate and individual clients.

• Provide GST advisory services to clients across various industries, including financial services, on implications of business operations and transactions.
• Support clients with GST registration, exemption and scheme applications.
• Review and e-file GST returns.
• Conduct GST health check reviews, due diligence reviews, assisted self-help kit reviews and compliance assurance programme reviews.
• Assist clients during GST audits and investigations.
• Collaborate with partners to develop the GST practice and participate in ad-hoc projects as required.

• Bachelor's degree in accountancy, finance or relevant discipline; preferably with a professional qualification recognized by the Singapore Company of Chartered Certified Accountants.
• At least 6 years of experience in Singapore GST, preferably from a professional services firm or accounting firm.
• Familiarity with Singapore tax laws and guidelines.
• Strong delivery, leadership, analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and multitask.

We are currently partnered with a global professional services provider who are looking to expand their indirect tax teams. In this team, you will be responsible for ensuring compliance, reporting, advisory and risk management for a portfolio of clients across diversified industries and financial services.

Benefits of working with us include the opportunity to work on a diverse range of clients and projects, as well as the chance to develop your skills and expertise in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We regret to inform unsuccessful applicants if they do not hear from us within five business days.

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