Tax Manager
About the job
- A bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, or a related field.
- Preferably 8–10 years of experience in tax, including 2–3 years at a Big Four or certified public accountant firm.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; proficiency in English is preferred.
- Strong time management and organizational skills, with the ability to handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines effectively.
- Strong Excel skills.
- Ensure accurate and timely filing of all direct and indirect tax returns and payments, and reconciliation of tax records in accordance with local laws.
- Manage tax audits by defending the company’s tax positions, negotiating with authorities, and coordinating preparation and submission of relevant documentation.
- Monitor changes in tax laws, assess tax impacts to ZALORA Group, and implement necessary adjustments to ensure ongoing compliance.
- Oversee transfer pricing reviews and ensure compliance with local and Group transfer pricing requirements.
- Review quarterly tax provisions and deferred tax computations for accurate Group reporting.
- Collaborate with internal teams and external advisors to assess tax implications of new projects and business models.
- Lead, coach, and develop the regional tax team across Southeast Asia through clear objectives, regular check-ins, capability building, hiring, onboarding, training, and development planning.
- Provide regular executive updates and leadership communication to the CFO and senior management on tax compliance status, risks, controversies, and key regulatory developments across markets.
- CPA or relevant tax certification.
- SAP experience.
About the company
Zalora is an online fashion retailer in Southeast Asia that uses a marketplace model to offer a large product range from local and international brands. It earns revenue by taking a commission on each sale of items like clothing, footwear, accessories, and beauty products, without holding significant inventory. The platform competes by focusing on fashion and lifestyle, curating over 50,000 items and providing features such as trend updates and style edits to help shoppers discover products. By targeting young, tech-savvy consumers and niche markets (e.g., modest wear, plus sizes) and running promotions for first-time subscribers, Zalora aims to attract and retain customers in a competitive e-commerce space.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
Growth Equity (Venture Capital)
Total Funding
$58.6M
Headquarters
Singapore, Singapore
Founded
2012
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- The March 2026 masterbrand launch strengthens partnerships and refreshes customer acquisition.
- ZALORA’s AI chatbot lifted Singapore and Hong Kong satisfaction 20% year-on-year.
- Grab PayLater on ZALORA reduces checkout friction and expands basket sizes.
What critics are saying
- ZALORA cut 100 Southeast Asian jobs in April 2025, signaling fragile profitability.
- GFG reported H1 2026 revenue down 3.5%, pressuring ZALORA’s growth engine.
- Shopee, Lazada, and fast-fashion rivals compress margins and weaken ZALORA’s category moat.
What makes ZALORA Group unique
- ZALORA launched ‘Got You Looking’ on February 20, 2026, sharpening its masterbrand.
- Its six-market footprint spans Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Philippines, Indonesia, and Taiwan.
- ZALORA combines fashion retail with omnichannel experiments like The Terminal and 1SS fulfillment.
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Benefits
- Hybrid Work Options