Senior Tax Manager – APAC

About the role

We are seeking a Senior Tax Manager to lead our APAC tax function, reporting to the VP Global Tax at corporate headquarters in Denver with a dotted‑line to the VP Finance APAC. The role will shape tax strategy, ensure compliance, and drive operational excellence across all APAC entities.

Key responsibilities

• Manage timely preparation and filing of corporate income tax returns for APAC entities, with focus on China and India.
• Identify and implement efficiencies, centralisation and standardisation of tax filing, compliance and reporting processes.
• Own quarterly tax provisions and uncertain tax position reviews, ensuring alignment with ASC 740, FAS 109 and US/local GAAP.
• Collaborate with HQ transfer‑pricing director and local finance teams on intercompany charge‑outs and markup settings.
• Oversee review and filing of transfer‑pricing documentation for APAC entities.
• Drive tax‑operation excellence through process integration, automation and regular health diagnostics.
• Manage VAT/GST return preparation, monitor regulatory changes across APAC and implement necessary updates.
• Lead tax planning for cross‑border transactions, profit repatriation, withholding taxes and post‑acquisition integration.
• Represent the group in direct and indirect tax audits, especially in China and India, and negotiate with authorities.

Required profile

• Extensive experience in corporate income tax, VAT/GST and transfer pricing within the APAC region.
• Deep knowledge of ASC 740, SOX 404, FAS 109, US GAAP and local GAAP differences.
• Proven ability to lead regional tax teams and work with global finance and external service providers.
• Strong analytical and communication skills to advise business leaders on tax implications.

Required skills

• ASC 740 tax accounting
• SOX 404 compliance
• FAS 109 uncertain tax positions
• US GAAP and local GAAP application
• VAT/GST compliance and filing
• Transfer pricing documentation and analysis
• Tax provision calculation
• Tax audit management