Associate Director, Tax

Key Highlights:

• Lead Strategic Tax Advisory & Planning: Drive client-focused tax strategies across M&A, cross-border transactions, and compliance frameworks.
• Oversee Tax Compliance & Risk Management: Ensure accurate filings and adherence to regulatory requirements while implementing robust tax risk controls.
• Mentor and Grow a High-Performing Team: Lead, coach, and develop a team of tax professionals while contributing to business development and thought leadership.

About the Company:

Our client is a well-established corporate solutions provider with a strong footprint in the region. As part of their continued growth and commitment to delivering value-added tax advisory services, they are looking to appoint an Associate Director, Tax to play a key part in advising clients on tax strategy, managing compliance obligations, and driving new business initiatives.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Strategic Tax Advisory & Client Management: Provide expert guidance on tax implications for mergers, acquisitions, and business expansions while ensuring compliance.
• Tax Planning & Optimization: Identify tax-saving opportunities, advise on incentives and grants, and develop tax-efficient strategies.
• Tax Compliance & Reporting: Oversee corporate tax, GST filings, and regulatory submissions, ensuring compliance with local and international tax laws.
• Transfer Pricing & Cross-Border Taxation: Develop strategies, conduct benchmarking studies, and mitigate risks related to international tax transactions.
• Risk & Regulatory Management: Implement tax risk frameworks, internal controls, and stay updated on evolving tax legislation.
• Audit & Dispute Resolution: Support clients in managing tax audits, disputes, and negotiations with tax authorities.
• Business Development & Growth: Identify opportunities for expanding tax services, cross-sell solutions, and engage in client networking.
• Thought Leadership & Industry Engagement: Publish tax-related insights, conduct seminars, and represent the firm in industry forums.
• Team Leadership & Development: Mentor and train tax professionals, fostering a high-performance culture and continuous learning.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with legal teams, regulators, and multinational clients to provide seamless tax solutions.

Key Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Tax with CPA, CA, or CTA qualification preferred.
• At least 10 years of experience in corporate tax, transfer pricing, and international tax regulations, with strong compliance knowledge.
• Ability to optimize tax structures, provide tax planning insights, and advise on cross-border tax matters.
• Proven experience mentoring and managing tax professionals, fostering technical expertise and high performance.
• Strong relationship management, communication, and networking skills to drive tax advisory growth.

Application Process:

To apply, please send your updated resume to Nabilla Aziz (Reg No.: R22105420) at nabilla.aziz@cornerstoneglobalpartners.com with the job title or swiftly fill out the application form below. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Information provided in this advertisement is for recruitment purposes only.

Cornerstone Global Partners (EA Licence Number: 19C9859) is an affirmative equal-opportunity employer and recruitment firm. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, colour, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

Job ID: #89803