If you are an experienced Tax Manager/Senior Manager looking for a new, challenging and dynamic role in the South East Asian region then this may be the opportunity for you! Our client is a leading law firm with offices across South East Asia including Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam and Laos. A specialist in corporate law and specifically taxation law, our client has been involved in these emerging economies for over 15 years and in that time has led many of the largest ground breaking transactions.
For tax senior tax specialists seeking an overseas posting with a difference this firm is presenting a once in a lifetime opportunity. The work here is impressive consisting of 100% consulting work focused on transactions, international structuring, capital raising etc. and the industries are varied from Telcos, Mining and infrastructure to Financial Services.
With a reputation for providing outstanding advice and service this firm is investing in what many believe is the "boom" region of the future with economic growth and foreign investment expected to be on par with China's in recent years.
Rich in both ancient and more modern history Laos, Cambodia and Vietnam are becoming tourism hot spots and have been a regular on the 'must see' lists of intrepid travellers for a generation. With many large multinational companies (including Australian companies) showing increasing interest in these markets the future is bright.
Equally important is the opportunity to live and experience different cultures from the inside, to travel to some of the planet's most idyllic locations and to have a truly intrepid adventure whilst maintaining your professional development and profile.
Our clients will support relocation, visas and accommodation on arrival and although salaries will largely be on par with regional Australia, the cost of living can be considerably lower so saving is not an issue.
The successful candidates will demonstrate the following:
Legal background with tax specialization and working experience in taxation; or accounting background with tax specialization and working experience in taxation.
Working experience in tax consulting (law firm or accounting/tax advisory firm)
Level of experience: minimum 4 years, preferably 6-7 years upwards. It is expected the candidate has a good understanding of common international business transactions and related terminology, typical tax issues for international business transactions, and a heartfelt interest in the practice of taxation.
Excellent English language skills, but native speaker not required.
Particularly important: good commercial skills, notably willing and able to play an important role in business development supported by the Partner and Firm?s efforts in this field
Main focus will be on corporate taxation, particularly advice on market entry of new investors. This role will work in close coordination with the current tax team of the Firm to provide international quality advice on Cambodian/Lao tax implications of investment projects. Other assignments cover a wide range of taxation issues, including VAT, customs, and personal income tax of expatriate employees. In Cambodia, tax controversy and government consulting are an important part of the Firm?s activity.
Experience in managing and developing a corporate/personal income tax compliance practice would be a plus for both Cambodia and Laos.
For Laos, familiarity with taxation of the mining industry is a plus.
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