Regional Tax Manager APAC

Company Description

ib vogt is firmly committed to supporting the decarbonisation of the global electricity sector. The company focuses on the global development of turnkey PV plants and battery storage projects as well as the expansion of its IPP portfolio. In these areas, the company performs all integral services of the value chain from development, financing, and EPC, to O&M and asset management. Headquartered in Berlin, Germany, ib vogt has established various offices across Europe, Asia Pacific, the Americas, and Africa as part of its presence in over 40 countries. The company works together with numerous partners globally, augmenting its in-house team of over 900 staff. ib vogt has built or has in construction more than 4 GW of PV power plants globally with a project pipeline of more than 60 GWp.

Job Description

Job Summary

The Senior/Regional Tax Manager is responsible for leading all APAC (including India holding entities) tax strategies, planning, compliance, and risk management across the region. This role ensures the organization meets statutory requirements, optimizes tax positions, manages transfer pricing, and provides strategic tax guidance to business leaders. The position partners closely with Project team, Legal, Corporate Tax, and external advisors to support business growth, M&A, and cross‑border structuring initiatives.

Job Description

Tax Strategy & Planning

• Develop and execute regional tax strategies aligned with global tax policies and business objectives.
• Identify tax optimization opportunities while ensuring compliance with local regulations.
• Assess tax implications of business initiatives, investments, and cross‑border transactions.

Tax Compliance & Reporting

• Oversee timely and accurate filing of all direct and indirect tax returns (corporate income tax, GST/VAT, withholding tax, etc.).
• Ensure tax accounting accuracy for month‑end and year‑end close in accordance with IFRS/US GAAP.
• Manage regional tax audits and inquiries, coordinating with authorities and external advisors as needed.

Transfer Pricing

• Lead transfer pricing strategy and documentation for the region.
• Ensure alignment with global TP policies, including intercompany agreements, benchmarking, and annual filings.
• Support TP planning for transactions, financing, and restructuring initiatives.

Others

• Support tax risk management and governance initiatives, including implementation of tax control frameworks
• Provide tax provisions, deferred tax and forecast to accounting and FP&A team
• Process Improvement : Develop and maintain tax policies and procedures for APAC. Drive automation and efficiency in tax reporting and compliance processes.

Qualifications

Requirements of This Role

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, or related field; Master’s in Tax, CA/CPA, or equivalent preferred.
• 10–15+ years of progressive regional or global tax experience, ideally within multinational corporations and Big 4 firms.
• Strong technical expertise in direct/indirect taxes, transfer pricing, and international tax principles (OECD, BEPS, Pillar Two).
• Experience managing tax operations across multiple jurisdictions.
• Proven track record leading tax audits and dealing with tax authorities.

Additional Information

What We Can Offer

• Dynamic and diverse work environment with colleagues from around the world.
• A truly international exposure.
• An open-minded and highly motivated team.
• Interesting and challenging tasks.
• Encourage both teamwork and personal responsibility.
• Great opportunities for professional and personal growth & experience.

At ib vogt, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace where everyone can thrive. We believe that embracing diverse perspectives drives innovation and helps us better serve the global communities we operate in. As an equal opportunity employer, we provide employment opportunities without regard to age, ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy or maternity, marriage and civil partnership, or any other protected status.

 We strive to create an accessible recruitment process for all candidates and are happy to discuss reasonable accommodations to support your application. As a global company, we acknowledge that accessibility provisions may vary by location depending on local infrastructure and legal requirements. If you have a disability or require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know - we will do our best to support you.