Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
A results-oriented Senior Tax Manager with deep expertise in delivering tailored tax advisory and compliance solutions for fast-paced business environments. Proficient in managing both day-to-day tax queries and complex projects, I specialize in providing strategic insights and actionable advice on intricate tax matters, including project-specific implications and ad hoc needs during implementation and ongoing operations.
- Manage a portfolio of corporate clients, delivering integrated tax advisory and compliance solutions across industries. - Advise on Vietnamese tax matters, including Corporate Income Tax, Value Added Tax, Foreign Contractor Tax and Transfer Pricing with a practical, business-focused approach. - Lead tax audits, inspections and dispute resolution, working closely with tax authorities to resolve complex issues. - Advise on tax-efficient structuring, cross-border transactions, and group reorganizations. - Proactively monitor regulatory developments and provide timely insights on potential impacts. - Manage key client accounts, contributing to client retention, engagement growth and revenue generation.
- Led the tax workstream for the new setup of The LEGO Group’s operations in Vietnam, including advising on market entry structure, initial tax governance frameworks and compliance processes. - Acted as the tax lead for The LEGO Group in Vietnam, supporting both day-to-day tax matters and strategic projects. - Provided technical advice and practical solutions on tax implications for new initiatives and ongoing operations. - Monitored and interpreted local tax regulations, ensuring alignment with global tax policies. - Identified and assessed tax risks, and implemented mitigation strategies. - Served as the primary point of contact for tax audits, inquiries from authorities, and business stakeholders. - Identified tax optimization opportunities and drove tax efficiency initiatives. - Assessed and managed the impact of Global Minimum Tax implementation in Vietnam, ensuring alignment with the Group’s global strategy. - Designed and implemented transfer pricing models, including pricing structures and intercompany frameworks.
- Managed tax compliance across three group entities in Vietnam (e-commerce, technology, and retail), covering Corporate Income Tax, Value Added Tax, Foreign Contractor Tax, Transfer Pricing and other applicable taxes. - Supported business expansion and entry into new business lines by advising on tax implications, structuring and compliance requirements. - Provided tax advisory, training and updates to support ongoing operations and transformation initiatives. - Led financial closing tax processes, including reconciliations and tax account analysis. - Led the implementation of the e-invoicing system in compliance with local regulations. - Identified and mitigated tax risks through proactive tax reviews and assessments. - Supported strategic tax planning to optimize tax costs and ensure compliance.
- Reported directly to the Regional Senior Tax Manager. - Supported the setup and ramp-up of the Vietnam operations, establishing tax processes and frameworks from the initial stage. - Led a 10-year tax audit with minimal adjustments, ensuring strong defense and documentation. - Led high-tech application projects to optimize tax incentives, successfully obtaining high-tech certification. - Managed tax compliance and advisory for operations in Vietnam, Singapore, Japan, and Jordan. - Prepared technical responses and justifications for tax authority queries. - Oversaw month-end tax closing, reconciliations, and variance analysis. - Conducted quarterly reviews of direct and indirect taxes. - Collaborated with regional accounting teams to ensure accurate ERP postings and reconciliations. - Played a key role in SAP S4 HANA implementation.
- Provided tax advisory and compliance services on corporate tax matters. - Supported tax audits and dispute resolution with authorities. - Identified tax risks and opportunities within client business operations. - Prepared and presented complex technical analyses and client deliverables. - Advised on regulatory implications for foreign-invested companies in Vietnam.