Forvis Mazars in Singapore appoints new tax partner, promotes three women to key leadership roles

These strategic appointments underscore the firm’s commitment to building an inclusive leadership culture and advancing women into senior roles. Women now represent 32% of the senior management team in Singapore, reflecting the firm’s continued progress in its diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) journey.

Rick Chan, Managing Partner of Forvis Mazars in Singapore and member of the Group Governance Board, said, “I am delighted to welcome Xue Pei to our partnership. Her deep expertise in the financial services sector is a tremendous asset as we help clients navigate an increasingly complex tax landscape. I am equally proud to celebrate the promotions of Siew Eng, Cheryl and Ellyn. These appointments recognise their exceptional leadership and dedication while demonstrating our ongoing commitment to nurturing talent from within. Together, we strengthen our ability to innovate and deliver outstanding value to our clients.”

New partner appointment

Chan Xue Pei, Partner, Tax

Xue Pei brings over 20 years of experience in international tax planning and advisory services, with a deep specialisation in financial services, banking, insurance and asset management. She advises clients on matters ranging from tax planning and compliance to structuring of family offices, private equity and real estate. Highly regarded for her expertise in tax governance and ESG-aligned tax initiatives, she also works on carbon tax, Base Erosion and Profit Shifting (BEPS) Pillar 2 and related incentive frameworks.

In her new role, Xue Pei will focus on strengthening the firm’s financial services and asset management practices, deepening relationships with global and mid-sized institutions and helping clients navigate a rapidly changing tax and regulatory environment. With established networks across global and mid-sized financial institutions, she brings a valuable network that will strengthen the firm’s market presence and enhance client engagement in these sectors. 

Xue Pei shared, “I'm excited to join Forvis Mazars at such a pivotal moment for the tax landscape. As global rules evolve and ESG considerations gain importance, clients are seeking clarity, purpose and strategic insight. I'm passionate about turning complexity into opportunity and supporting businesses in building resilient, future-ready tax strategies.”

Senior leadership promotions

Quek Siew Eng, Regional Quality and Risk Management (QRM) Leader – Group and Asia Pacific (APAC)

As the former Head of Quality & Risk Management at Forvis Mazars in Singapore, Siew Eng is now appointed to the newly created Group role of Regional QRM Leader. In this capacity, she will drive the partnership’s quality and risk management agenda across six regions, ensuring alignment with global standards and regulatory requirements. She also serves as a member of several Group and APAC Quality and Risk Management Committees.

With close to three decades of experience, she has been instrumental in strengthening Forvis Mazars’ quality and compliance frameworks locally and regionally through structured risk-based approaches.

Siew Eng said, “Growth comes through embracing challenges and learning from those around us. I look forward to collaborating with the Forvis Mazars network across the region to uphold the highest standards of integrity, strengthen our culture of quality and empower our people to lead with purpose and impact.”

Cheryl Koh, Head of Quality Management

Cheryl is appointed as Head of Quality Management, succeeding Siew Eng, who has taken on a regional role in QRM.  With over two decades of experience, she has worked extensively with Singapore Exchange (SGX)-listed conglomerates and multinational companies across diverse sectors including construction and energy, manufacturing, not-for-profit, property development, retail and trading.

Cheryl has played a key role in implementing the firm’s quality management system and spearheaded the rollout of the Singapore Standard on Quality Management (SSQM 1). In her new role, Cheryl will oversee firmwide quality assurance and compliance, ensuring the continued delivery of services that meet the highest standards of accuracy, integrity and trust. She will work closely with Shireen Tan, Head of Risk Management, to strengthen the firm’s quality and risk management framework and ensure leadership continuity.

“Quality is not just about compliance. It's about building trust, driving excellence and setting the tone for the future,” said Cheryl. “I’m honoured to lead this journey forward, fostering a culture where every team member is empowered to uphold the highest standards and apply these best practices to consistently deliver exceptional value and trust to our clients.”

Ellyn Tan, Head of Financial Advisory

Ellyn specialises in cross-border restructuring, litigation and asset recovery, having advised on complex matters across construction, logistics, technology and manufacturing sectors. Her notable experience includes management of multi-jurisdictional liquidations, judicial managements of listed companies and bankruptcies of high-profile individuals.

In her new role, she will lead the Financial Advisory practice to deliver trusted, impact-driven advice while developing the next generation of advisors.

“This appointment is both an honour and a responsibility. It reflects the support of my colleagues and clients and reaffirms my commitment to growing our advisory practice with integrity and creating space for more women to lead with confidence in this industry,” shared Ellyn.

Commitment to DE&I

These appointments reflect Forvis Mazars’ purpose of creating an inclusive workplace where employees can grow, belong and make an impact. With women representing 62% of our workforce and 32% of our senior management team in Singapore, the firm continues to progress towards gender balance, recognising diversity as a driver of innovation, resilience and long-term success.

Rick added, “With these new appointments, we continue to build a leadership team that reflects the diverse society we serve. In Singapore, we remain intentional in creating pathways for all to succeed because inclusive leadership strengthens both our culture and the quality of service we deliver to clients.”

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Forvis Mazars Group SC is an independent member of Forvis Mazars Global, a leading professional services network. Operating as an internationally integrated partnership in over 100 countries and territories, Forvis Mazars Group specialises in audit, tax and advisory services. The partnership draws on the expertise and cultural understanding of over 40,000 professionals across the globe to assist clients of all sizes at every stage in their development. Forvis Mazars in Singapore is part of the Forvis Mazars Group. Our clientele benefits from the combined expertise of 400+ Singapore-based professionals and our international team.