Singapore
Tax manager with experience in Big 4, tax authority, and industry. Previously at Deloitte and IRAS’ Investigation and Forensics Division; currently managing group tax at UTAC. Focused on practical tax solutions, cross-border planning, and global minimum tax implementation. Chartered Accountant of Singapore and an Accredited Tax Practitioner (Income Tax). Skilled in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Accounting, Public Speaking. Strong accounting professional with a Bachelor of Accountancy from Singapore Management University.
► Manage corporate tax compliance for Singapore and overseas entities, including preparation and review of tax computations and returns ► Oversee quarterly GST filings and address ad-hoc GST and indirect tax matters ► Assist in M&A activities including tax due diligence, structuring, and post-deal integration ► Handle tax queries, audits, and disputes with tax authorities across multiple jurisdictions ► Prepare and coordinate Group-level transfer pricing documentation in compliance with local and OECD standards ► Monitor withholding tax obligations and manage tax audit risks across the Group ► Collaborate with cross-functional finance teams to support business initiatives and ensure tax compliance
• Conduct in-depth tax investigations into individuals and businesses suspected of tax evasion or fraudulent activities. • Analyze financial records, business transactions and witness statements to identify inconsistencies and potential tax violations. • Collaborate with legal teams, auditors, and law enforcement agencies to gather evidence and build cases for prosecution. • Drafted papers addressing shortcomings in the current legislation regarding tax evasion and proposing enhancements.
• Prepared and reviewed corporate income tax computations and tax returns for over 60 clients from various industries, including tax-incentivised multinational companies in petrochemical and finance industries, in accordance with the Singapore Income Tax Act. • Analysed the Singapore tax implications of multinational companies’ business transactions and internal group restructuring projects and developed tax efficient solutions, where applicable. • Responsible for preparing and coordinating multi-jurisdictional tax due diligence reports of companies from various industries (e.g. fintech) as part of client M&A projects. • Coordinated the delivery of multi-jurisdictional tax memorandums and advice for multinational corporate clients and SMEs, the largest of which involved inputs from 7 countries within SEA. • Assisted a petrochemical multinational client with its successful application of the Global Trader Programme tax incentive. • Assisted and advised corporate clients with drafting responses to tax queries raised by the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore. • Reduced tax cost for corporate clients by assisting with successful applications for relief from Singapore stamp duty. • Achieved clarity for corporate tax clients regarding Singapore withholding tax obligations and its implications of various cross-border transactions.