Senior Manager, Group Tax

Job Description

The Senior Manager, Group Tax is responsible for overseeing SATS’s tax affairs across the group, including corporate tax compliance, tax planning, transfer pricing, indirect taxes, audits, and reporting. The role typically requires a degree in Accountancy, Finance, Law, or a related discipline, together with a recognised tax or accounting qualification and substantial experience in Singapore and international taxation. Strong knowledge of Singapore tax regulations, accounting standards, transfer-pricing principles, and statutory requirements is expected. The successful candidate should be commercially minded, analytical, highly organised, and able to communicate clearly with senior stakeholders, auditors, regulators, and overseas business units. Experience in a multinational company or Big Four tax practice would be advantageous.

Company Info

SATS Ltd is a Singapore-headquartered provider of food solutions and gateway services. Its businesses include airline catering, food distribution, institutional catering, cargo handling, airport operations, and logistics support. SATS serves airlines, airports, hospitality companies, government agencies, healthcare institutions, and other organisations across Asia and international markets. The company operates through a broad network supported by large-scale food production, cold-chain logistics, aviation services, and supply-chain capabilities. Its airport operations include passenger services, baggage handling, ramp operations, cargo services, and aircraft cleaning. SATS is listed on the Singapore Exchange and is recognised as one of Asia’s major aviation and food-services groups. Employees typically work in a multicultural, operationally complex environment where regulatory compliance, safety, service quality, sustainability, and collaboration across countries are important.

Destination Guide

Singapore offers strong opportunities in aviation, finance, technology, logistics, healthcare, hospitality, and regional headquarters functions. Its central position in Southeast Asia makes it especially attractive for professionals working with multinational companies. The culture is multicultural, efficient, and generally fast-paced, with English widely used in business. Lifestyle options range from dense urban living and excellent public transport to parks, waterfront areas, shopping, and a diverse food scene. Housing can be expensive, particularly in central districts, although public transport makes commuting from suburban areas practical. Foreign professionals generally require an Employment Pass, while senior or highly paid specialists may qualify for other work-pass options; the employer usually handles the application. Relocating workers should budget for rent, deposits, healthcare, transport, and school fees if applicable. Singapore is safe and well connected, but its tropical heat, humidity, and relatively high living costs require adjustment.