OCBC

Securities Finance Tax Advisory

OCBC
BusinessOCBC SingaporeFull-time4 weeks ago

About the role

AI summarised

This role is a tax advisory position within the securities finance division of a financial institution. The advisor will provide tax guidance on securities lending, repo, and other financing transactions, ensuring compliance with global tax regulations.

BusinessFull-timeGeneral

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide tax advisory support for securities finance transactions including securities lending, repo, and collateral management.
  • Analyze tax implications of new products and transactions across multiple jurisdictions.
  • Advise on withholding tax, stamp duty, and other transaction taxes.
  • Collaborate with trading desks, legal, and operations to structure transactions tax-efficiently.
  • Monitor and interpret changes in tax legislation affecting securities finance.
  • Assist in tax audits and inquiries from tax authorities.
  • Prepare tax documentation and support tax reporting requirements.
  • Develop and maintain tax policies and procedures for securities finance activities.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Law, or Taxation.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in tax advisory, preferably in securities finance or financial services.
  • Strong knowledge of international tax principles and cross-border transaction taxation.
  • Experience with withholding tax, FATCA, CRS, and tax treaties.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
  • Professional certification such as CPA, CFA, or tax qualification preferred.
  • Experience with tax technology and automation tools is a plus.