Assistant Tax Manager

Are you an experienced tax professional ready to take on a regional role with greater exposure and leadership opportunities We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Assistant Tax Manager to join our growing finance team.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and ensure timely compliance with Malaysia corporate tax deadlines and statutory requirements, minimizing tax risks and penalties.

• Manage and coordinate the tax provision and compliance process across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring accuracy and timely submissions.

• Support the preparation and review of accounting, tax, and financial reports in compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.

• Provide comprehensive tax advisory and compliance support in accordance with Malaysian tax laws and regulations.

• Work closely with statutory auditors to facilitate smooth audit processes across Malaysia, Singapore, and Australia.

• Liaise with tax authorities including LHDN, IRAS, and ATO, as well as external auditors, to resolve tax-related matters efficiently.

• Review tax computations, expense analyses, and corporate tax filings for Malaysia while supporting regional tax matters for Singapore and Australia.

• Participate in regional tax compliance initiatives and process improvement projects to enhance reporting consistency and operational efficiency.

• Partner with internal stakeholders and management on tax planning, reporting, and advisory matters.

• Lead or support ad-hoc finance and tax-related projects assigned by management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, or equivalent professional qualification.

• Minimum 5 years of relevant tax experience, preferably with regional exposure and experience handling corporate tax compliance.

• Strong knowledge of Malaysian tax regulations including corporate tax, SST, and tax reporting requirements. Exposure to Singapore and Australia tax frameworks is highly advantageous.

• Experience in managing audits, tax queries, and liaising with regulatory authorities.

• Proficient in tax software and Microsoft Office applications.

• Strong analytical, leadership, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

• A collaborative team player with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.