Finance Compliance Manager

Alps Alpine, a leading manufacturer of electronic components and automotive infotainment systems, has brought the world numerous “First 1” and “Number 1” products since its founding in 1948. The Alps Alpine Group currently operates 110 bases in 26 countries and regions, supplying roughly 40,000 different products and solutions to around 2,000 companies worldwide. Those offerings include devices such as switches, sensors, data communication modules, touch input panels, actuators and power inductors; electronic shifters, remote keyless entry systems and other automotive units; consumer electronics like car navigation and audio-visual systems; and systems and services such as digital keys based on smartphone app and blockchain technology, and remote monitoring.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Regulatory Compliance & Oversight
  • Monitor and interpret changes in financial, tax, and industry regulations.
  • Ensure compliance with frameworks such as AML (Anti-Money Laundering), KYC (Know Your Customer), FBAR, CRS, GDPR, and jurisdiction-specific laws.
  • Oversee timely and accurate submission of all required regulatory and tax-related filings.
• Tax Compliance Oversight
  • Collaborate with finance and tax teams to ensure adherence to corporate tax policies and statutory requirements.
  • Monitor compliance with direct and indirect tax obligations, including VAT/GST, withholding taxes, and corporate income taxes.
  • Maintain documentation and audit trails for tax filings and regulatory disclosures.
  • Oversee compliance with international tax reporting requirements such as APA, FBAR, and CRS.
• Policy Development & Implementation
  • Develop, update, and enforce JSOX policies and procedures, integrating tax compliance requirements into the governance framework.
  • Conduct periodic reviews of compliance and tax procedures to address regulatory updates, emerging risks, and to prevent fraud.
• Risk Management
  • Identify, assess, and mitigate risks related to financial and tax compliance.
  • Maintain a comprehensive compliance risk register with documented controls and mitigation measures. This includes macro-risk reporting to our headquarters.
• Training & Awareness
  • Deliver financial compliance, tax compliance, and fraud risk awareness training sessions to employees and management teams.
  • Promote awareness of financial compliance, tax obligations, and fraud risks across the organization.
• Auditing & Monitoring
  • Conduct internal audits and compliance reviews covering financial, operational, and tax processes.
  • Manage remediation plans for identified compliance, tax, or fraud-related deficiencies.
• Liaison & Reporting
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for regulators, tax authorities, auditors, and external advisors.
  • Report compliance and tax compliance performance, incidents, and trends to senior management and the board.

 

OTHER DUTIES

• Strategic & Project Support

• Participate in strategic planning sessions to align compliance and tax functions with business objectives.
• Support cross-functional teams during mergers, acquisitions, or business expansions to ensure compliance and tax readiness.

• Special Initiatives

• Assist with special projects related to regulatory changes, tax reforms, or process improvements.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Law, Accounting, Business, or related field (master’s preferred).
• Professional certifications such as CAMS, CRCM, and CPA are highly desirable.

• Experience

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in financial compliance, tax compliance, or regulatory affairs.
• Proven track record in developing and managing compliance programs with integrated tax oversight.
• Experience in liaising with regulatory bodies, tax authorities, and auditors.

 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Regulatory & Tax Knowledge
  • In-depth understanding of financial regulations, corporate tax laws, and compliance frameworks, especially related to the automotive industry.
• Analytical & Risk Management Skills
  • Ability to identify risks, analyze data, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Communication & Interpersonal Skills
  • Clear, persuasive communication with stakeholders, regulators, and external partners.
• Attention to Detail & Accuracy
  • High level of precision in reviewing documentation, reports, and filings.
• Leadership & Influence
  • Capacity to lead cross-functional initiatives and foster a compliance-first culture.
• Ethical Judgment
  • Commitment to integrity and objectivity in decision-making.
• Adaptability & Continuous Learning
  • Ability to adjust to regulatory changes and evolving industry best practices.