AVP, Finance (Management Reports-Tax and Expenses Management)

AVP, Finance (Management Reports-Tax and Expenses Management) We are looking for an experienced Tax professional to join our dynamic finance division in the insurance industry. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Singapore and Malaysia tax, including direct and indirect tax compliance and planning. This role involves overseeing tax within Great Eastern Group of Companies, driving operational excellence and ensuring compliance with tax and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

Tax Compliance :

Manage, review and coordinate with tax agents for the Malaysia and Singapore entities within Great Eastern Group of Companies on direct and indirect tax computation and timely submission to tax authorities.

Tax Planning :

Evaluate and perform tax planning / analysis to optimise tax efficiency for the Companies based on group-wide initiatives and strategies.

Tax Reporting :

Review the monthly tax provision (including deferred tax) and all tax disclosure notes in financial reports, ensuring compliance with MFRS 112 Income Taxes requirements.

Accounting and Control :

Manage and review accounting and reporting in accordance with applicable accounting standards, including :

Company fixed assets, property, leases

Intercompany transactions, reconciliations and settlements

Accruals for management expenses (ME)

Productivity & Efficiency Improvement :

Identify opportunities to enhance productivity and operational efficiency in the Tax team. Implement process improvements and best practices to optimise workflows and reduce manual intervention.

Audit & Compliance Management :

Manage internal and external audit processes for Tax, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and corporate policies. Prepare audit documentation, address findings, and implement corrective actions as needed.

Lead and develop a team of Tax professionals, setting performance targets and ensuring continuous development. Allocate and manage resources, including budgets and personnel, to support business objectives and project success.

Take accountability for business and regulatory compliance risks and mitigate them. Maintain awareness of industry trends on regulatory compliance, emerging threats and technologies to understand risk and safeguard the company. Highlight potential concerns / risks and share best risk management practices.

We are looking for people who

Tertiary qualification or full qualification in Accounting (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, MICPA, ICAEW)

7–8 years of working experience in Tax, Finance and Accounting

Proficient with Income Tax, Withholding Tax, Sales and Service Tax Acts

Proficient with guidelines issued by tax authorities (e.g., LHDN)

Familiar with BEPS Pillar 2 Rules

Proficient with Malaysian Financial Reporting Standards (MFRS), including MFRS 112 Income Taxes, MFRS 9 Financial Instruments, MFRS 17 Insurance Contracts

Familiar with regulatory guidelines (BNM, LIAM) for the insurance industry

Conversant with standard PC software such as Microsoft Office

High level of integrity, accountability and teamwork

Proactive, with initiative to improve current processes and adapt to change

How you succeed

Champion and embody our Core Values in everyday tasks and interactions

Demonstrate integrity and accountability

Take initiative to drive improvements and embrace change

Take accountability for business and regulatory compliance risks and implement mitigation measures

Keep abreast of industry trends, regulatory compliance, and emerging threats and technologies to proactively safeguard the company

About Great Eastern Founded in 1908, Great Eastern is a well-established market leader and trusted brand in Singapore and Malaysia. With assets exceeding S$100 billion and more than 16 million policyholders, it provides insurance solutions through three distribution channels – tied agency, bancassurance, and Great Eastern Financial Advisers. The Group also operates in Indonesia and Brunei.

The Great Eastern entities have longstanding financial strength and support from OCBC, with industry-recognised ratings and a track record of stability.

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Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Management and Accounting / Auditing

Industries

Insurance

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