Tax Executive

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and file timely and accurate corporate income tax, indirect tax (SST), and other statutory returns.
• Ensure full compliance with all tax regulations set by the Inland Revenue Board of Malaysia (IRBM).
• Manage tax payments, estimates, and provisions, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Coordinate and manage tax audits and inquiries from the IRBM.
• Perform tax accounting activities, including preparing tax disclosures for financial statements.
• Conduct research on complex tax issues and monitor changes in Malaysian tax legislation.
• Liaise with external tax advisors and auditors as necessary.
• Assist in tax planning and strategy to optimize the company's tax efficiency.
• Support the finance team with general accounting and month-end closing activities as required.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Essential:
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of proven experience in corporate tax, preferably within a Malaysian corporate environment or an accounting firm.
• Proficiency in both written and spoken Mandarin Chinese is mandatory to facilitate communication with the regional headquarters and other stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of Malaysian tax legislation (Income Tax Act, SST Act).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, with advanced Excel skills.
• Preferred:
• Professional qualification such as ACCA, CPA Australia, or CTIM is a strong advantage.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• High level of integrity and ability to handle confidential information.