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Singapore

Develop and implement tax strategies & policies for the APAC region at Schroders Singapore. Provide guidance and advice on tax matters to internal stakeholders and business units. Conduct tax planning and analysis to optimise tax efficiencies and minimise tax risks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including finance, legal, and compliance, to meet tax compliance and reporting requirements. Oversee tax compliance activities, including preparation and submission of tax returns, and coordinate with external tax advisors. Provide training and support to internal teams on tax-related matters and promote tax awareness across the organisation.Below are my notable accomplishments:● Extensive experience in advising on tax aspects of fund structures within the region across vanilla asset classes as well as real estate, infrastructure and private equity.● Realised hundreds of thousands of dollars by recognising and capitalising on significant tax planning opportunities in China.● Increased productivity and collaboration by leading integration of expanding regional tax team.● Successful lobbying of IRAS in a number of tax policy areas relating to the asset management industry.● Technical consultant and reporting solution design/implementation lead on BEPS Pillar 2 for the organisation.

Singapore

Provided governance, oversight, and business advisory for tax matters in multiple countries including Singapore, Taiwan, Malaysia, China, Hong Kong, Korea, Japan, Indonesia, Thailand, and Australia. Covered corporate income taxes, indirect taxes, transfer pricing, and product taxes for Schroder’s entities and funds. Assumed responsibility for tax matters in new jurisdictions as part of Schroders' regional business expansion. Identified and executed tax planning opportunities in line with the business tax a strategy.The following are my renowned contributions:● Led retrieval of GBP 1.2 million refunds from Indonesian tax authority.● Successfully identified and oversaw significant withholding tax reclaims in Taiwan.● Served as a trusted advisor for tax accounting and reporting matters within the region.● Acted as regional tax lead for successful implementation of new global accounting system.● Streamlined operations and improved efficiency by automating manual GST processes in Singapore.

London, United Kingdom

Offered tax compliance and advisory services to diverse portfolio of asset and wealth management companies across multiple jurisdictions, including UK, Singapore, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Australia, Japan, Korea, South Africa, and Taiwan. Prepared and maintained global employee share scheme tax calculation, while ensuring accurate tax accounting and compliance/advisory outcomes. Oversaw tax reporting and consolidation for both UK and Asia regions and played vital role in half-year and year-end processes. Managed team of junior staff members, aimed at fostering professional development and ensuring efficient workflow within department.My key highlights in this role include:● Demonstrated extensive expertise in managing remuneration schemes and aligning with tax regulations.● Provided comprehensive analysis of UK Diverted Profits Tax legislation and successfully applied to Schroders.● Secured tax savings and incentives for innovation by preparing first claims for R&D tax credits on behalf of UK companies.● Improved efficiency and enhanced overall tax reporting/compliance capabilities by implementing current tax accounting technology solutions.● Realised accuracy and compliance with tax regulations by conducting thorough audits and providing technical updates on share options tax/tax accounting calculations.

London, United Kingdom

London, United Kingdom

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Accounting And Finance, First

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