About KPMG in Malaysia's Tax – Experienced Hires Role
KPMG in Malaysia's Tax Function provides a comprehensive suite of tax compliance, advisory, and dispute resolution services to multinational corporations, local companies, financial institutions, and high‑growth businesses across diverse industries. Our tax professionals work at the intersection of regulation, strategy, and commercial reality to help clients manage tax risks, meet regulatory obligations, and make informed business decisions.
Our Tax Function brings together multiple specialist practices, allowing graduates to build deep technical expertise while gaining exposure to a broad spectrum of tax matters, including:
- Corporate Tax
- Tax Dispute Resolution
- Transfer Pricing
- Global Mobility Services
- Indirect Tax Practice
As an experienced hire, you will work alongside subject‑matter experts on complex domestic and cross‑border matters, playing a key role in shaping tax strategies and helping clients Make the Difference in an increasingly complex global tax environment.
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
- Join a market‑leading tax practice within a global professional services firm
- Work on high‑impact, complex engagements involving multinational and listed clients
- Gain exposure to cross‑border tax issues, international standards, and regulatory developments
- Take on increasing responsibility, leadership, and client‑facing opportunities
- Collaborate within multidisciplinary teams across Tax, Deals, Audit, Legal, and Advisory
- Benefit from structured learning, thought leadership, and long‑term career progression
What Can You Expect
International Tax – Pillar 2 & CbCR (Leadership / Senior Roles)
- Lead and manage Pillar 2 and Country‑by‑Country Reporting (CbCR) implementation and compliance
- Develop tax processes, policies, and methodologies aligned with international regulations
- Collaborate with finance, legal, and IT teams to gather and analyse tax data
- Guide local tax and finance teams on Pillar 2 and CbCR requirements
- Monitor regulatory developments and identify opportunities for process automation
- Manage delivery timelines and provide updates to senior stakeholders
Corporate Tax – Advisory & Compliance (CPTX)
- Prepare and review corporate tax computations and tax returns
- Liaise with tax authorities on technical and compliance matters
- Support and lead domestic and cross‑border tax advisory projects
- Assist in drafting tax opinions and advisory memoranda
- Conduct tax structuring, incentives reviews, PE risk assessments, and M&A tax due diligence
- Manage client portfolios, engagements, and delivery timelines
- (Manager / Senior Manager roles include end‑to‑end engagement ownership, client leadership, and coaching of junior staff)
Transfer Pricing (TP)
- Deliver transfer pricing planning, documentation, and audit defense services
- Analyze financial and economic data to support pricing models and benchmarking
- Support engagements relating to OECD and Malaysian transfer pricing guidelines
- Liaise with tax authorities and clients on transfer pricing matters
- Contribute to internal and external training, proposals, and thought leadership
Indirect Tax Practice (ITP)
- Advise clients on Sales Tax, Service Tax, Customs duties, GST, and related legislation
- Support engagements involving customs valuation, classification, FTAs, and duty savings
- Liaise with government authorities, industry associations, and regulators
- Work on compliance reviews, advisory projects, and risk assessments across industries
Tax Dispute Resolution (TDR)
- Support and lead tax audit, investigation, and dispute resolution engagements
- Assist clients with tax compliance issues, audits, and negotiations with tax authorities
- Conduct technical research and prepare analyses, reports, and submissions
- Work with multidisciplinary teams on tax risk management strategies
How Will You Make Your Mark
You will make a meaningful impact by:
- Delivering high‑quality, technically sound tax advice
- Applying strong analytical judgement to complex tax issues
- Managing projects efficiently and meeting tight deadlines
- Building trusted relationships with clients, regulators, and internal stakeholders
- Mentoring junior team members and contributing to practice development
- Supporting thought leadership, proposals, and market‑facing initiatives
- Upholding KPMG's values — Integrity, Excellence, Courage, Togetherness, and Accountability
Who We're Looking For:
We are seeking experienced professionals with strong technical foundations and a passion for tax advisory.
- General Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Economics, Law, or a related discipline
- Professional qualification(s) such as CA, CPA, ACCA, ICAEW, CTIM, ADIT, or equivalent preferred
- Relevant experience in a professional services firm and/or in‑house tax function
- Strong analytical, project management, and problem‑solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment
- Experience Indicative:
- Tax Consultant / Senior Consultant: 2–4 years relevant experience
- Manager: 5–8 years corporate or specialist tax experience
- Senior Manager / Leader roles: 8–12 years with proven leadership and client‑facing experience
What to Expect in the Selection Journey:
We want you to feel empowered and informed throughout the process:
- A Friendly Pre-Screening Call - Our recruitment team will reach out for an initial chat — nothing intimidating, just a conversation to get to know you better.
- Interview Stage - If shortlisted, you'll be invited for an interview in one of the following formats:
- Virtual interview
- Interview at the KPMG In Malaysia Office
Make it Count, Make the Difference.
Submit your application to KPMG In Malaysia's Tax – Experienced Hires role today — your journey starts here.
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