Senior Manager, Tax Advisory

It’s never been a more exciting time to join Vistra.  

At Vistra our purpose is progress. We believe that our clients have the power to change the world and to do great things for global progress, and we exist to remove the friction that comes from the complexity of global business – to help our clients achieve progress without friction. 

But progress only happens when people come together and take action. And we’re absolutely committed to building a culture where our people can do just that.  

We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as Senior Manager/Manager, Tax Advisory. Reporting to the Head of Tax, this full time and permanent position is based in Shanghai.

About Us:
Join our dynamic tax team at Vistra, where we value a proactive approach in delivering excellent client service to our clients. We are committed to providing exceptional tax advisory and compliance solutions to our diverse clients.

Position Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced China Tax Senior Manager / Manager. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in both tax compliance and advisory services, preferably with experience in a Big Four accounting firm.

Key Responsibilities:

• Tax Compliance: Oversee and manage tax compliance processes for clients, ensuring adherence to Chinese tax laws and regulations.
• Tax Advisory: Provide expert tax advisory services, including tax planning, structuring, and tax optimization strategies.
• Client Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, delivering exceptional service and proactive advice.
• Team Leadership: Lead and mentor a team of tax professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performing work environment.
• Regulatory Updates: Stay informed about changes in tax laws and regulations, communicating their impact to clients and the team.

Key requirements:

• Experience: A minimum of 8-10 years in tax compliance and advisory services, focusing on the Chinese market and China outbound clients.
• Big 4 Experience: Preferably, experience working in one of the Big Four accounting firms.
• Education: A degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; professional certifications (e.g., CPA, ACCA) are a plus.
• Language Skills: Fluency in Mandarin and English is required.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with proficiency in interpreting complex tax regulations.
• Communication Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of explaining complex tax concepts to non-specialists.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment.
• The chance to work with a diverse range of clients and industries.

Company Benefits:

At our Vistra China office, we believe in putting our employees’ well-being first! We offer a flexible hybrid working arrangement and celebration leave.

We provide comprehensive medical insurance and competitive annual leave entitlement to support your well-being and time to recharge or explore your passions out of work.

If you are excited about working with us, we encourage you to apply or have a confidential chat with one of our Talent Acquisition team members. Our goal is to make this a great place to work where all our people can thrive. We hope you join us on this exciting journey!


If you are excited about working with us, we encourage you to apply or have a confidential chat with one of our Talent Acquisition team members. Our goal is to make this a great place to work where all our people can thrive. We hope you join us on this exciting journey!