Tax Director

Head - Executive Search (APAC) at Corporate Executive Search, Inc.

The Tax Director leads the tax function for a diversified conglomerate, overseeing all domestic and international tax strategies, compliance, and risk management. This role is responsible for ensuring the company meets its tax obligations across multiple business segments while optimizing tax efficiency. The Tax Director provides strategic guidance to senior management on tax matters, supports major business decisions, and manages relationships with regulatory authorities and external advisors.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the conglomerate’s tax strategy across all business units, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives.
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, federal, and international tax laws, including corporate, indirect, transfer pricing, and payroll taxes.
• Lead tax planning for mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, and restructuring initiatives.
• Advise senior management and business leaders on tax implications of strategic decisions and investment opportunities.
• Oversee preparation, review, and filing of all tax returns and related reports.
• Manage relationships with external tax advisors, consultants, and auditors.
• Represent the company in dealings with tax authorities and during audits or disputes.
• Monitor changes in tax legislation and assess their impact on the conglomerate’s operations.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing tax team across multiple geographies.
• Implement and maintain tax risk management frameworks, internal controls, and governance standards.
• Drive initiatives to optimize tax efficiency while ensuring compliance and ethical standards.

Qualifications

Seniority Level

Director

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Other

Industries

Food and Beverage Manufacturing, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, and Manufacturing

Locations

Taguig, National Capital Region, Philippines

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