Group, Tax Manager

We are seeking an experienced and commercially minded Group Tax Manager to lead the tax affairs of the Group across Thailand and key Asia Pacific jurisdictions, including Singapore, Malaysia, the Philippines, and other markets as the business expands.

Based in Bangkok, this role will be a key member of the regional tax function, responsible for overseeing tax compliance, transfer pricing, tax reporting, tax risk and controversy management, while providing practical and proactive tax advice to support the Group's growth.

The successful candidate will partner closely with Finance, Legal, Operations, Product, and other business stakeholders, as well as external tax advisors and tax authorities. This is a hands-on regional role requiring strong technical tax knowledge, sound commercial judgment, and the ability to manage multiple jurisdictions and priorities.

Key Responsibilities1. Group & Regional Tax Compliance

• Lead and oversee direct and indirect tax compliance, including corporate income tax, VAT/GST, withholding tax, and other applicable filings across Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, the Philippines, and other APAC jurisdictions.
• Coordinate with local Finance teams, external tax advisors, and auditors to ensure timely and accurate tax filings, tax positions, computations, and statutory tax disclosures.
• Oversee quarterly and annual tax provisions, including current and deferred tax calculations, and ensure accurate tax reporting for management and statutory purposes.
• Establish and maintain consistent tax processes, controls, documentation, and governance in line with local regulations and Group policies.

2. Transfer Pricing & International Tax

• Lead regional transfer pricing compliance, including the preparation, review, and maintenance of transfer pricing documentation and related disclosures.
• Review intercompany transactions, service arrangements, cost allocations, financing arrangements, and cross-border payments to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and the arm's-length principle.
• Provide tax input on cross-border business models, intercompany agreements, payment flows, and group structures to support business objectives and manage tax risks.
• Monitor international tax developments, assess their impact on the Group, and identify opportunities to optimize the Group's tax position while maintaining compliance and appropriate risk management.

3. Tax Controversy, Audits & Risk Management

• Lead and coordinate tax audits, investigations, enquiries, disputes, and other tax authority engagements across Thailand and relevant regional jurisdictions.
• Prepare and review responses to tax authority queries and audit requests, develop audit defense strategies, and manage tax controversy matters through to resolution.