Tax Specialist (APAC)

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Tax Specialist to join their team in Kuala Lumpur. This role offers the opportunity to work within a dynamic and fast-paced environment, where you will be responsible for preparing direct and indirect tax workings, maintaining documentation for compliances, and ensuring accurate and timely payment of taxes. You will also play a crucial role in building systems and processes relating to Direct, Transfer Pricing & Indirect Tax. If you are looking for a challenging role that allows you to utilise your expertise in tax and finance, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. * Opportunity to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment * Key role in managing both direct and indirect tax compliance * Chance to build systems and processes relating to Direct, Transfer Pricing & Indirect Tax

What you'll do:

As a Tax Specialist, your primary responsibility will be to ensure the accurate preparation of direct and indirect tax workings. You will maintain documentation for compliances and ensure timely payment of taxes. Your role will involve working closely with the In Country Finance team to prepare all types of tax returns and follow up on refunds. You will also be responsible for ensuring compliance with corporate income tax withholding rules on cross-border payments. Your expertise will be crucial in aiding with transfer pricing matters and providing guidance on intercompany transactions. Additionally, you will assist with tax audits and prepare relevant information for replies to local tax authorities.

• Prepare all tax returns (Corporate, GST, deferred, withholding, VAT, DST) and post all tax entries and reconciliations to accounts
• Follow up on all tax refunds including GST
• Ensure compliance with corporate income tax withholding rules on cross-border payments
• Aid with transfer pricing matters and provide guidance on intercompany transactions
• Prepare relevant information for replies to local tax authority and support In Country Finance (ICF)
• Assist with tax audits to ICF
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, year-end provisions in accordance with Group Guidelines, Internal Control System (ICS) framework

What you bring:

The ideal candidate for the Tax Specialist role should have a University Degree in Finance or Economics or Accounting along with ACCA/CPA/CA/CIMA qualification. You should bring 4-8 years of work experience, preferably from MNCs background or Big4 firms. Your proven track record in managing finance processes and workflows will be crucial in this role. You should have the ability to work under pressure and possess good communication, leadership and organisational skills. Experience with SAP is a must for this role. Prior Business Partnering skills and prior working experience in Tax practice in Big4 firm will be an added advantage.

• University Degree in Finance or Economics or Accounting
• ACCA/CPA/CA/CIMA qualification is a must
• 4-8 years of work experience, preferably from MNCs background or Big4 firms
• Proven track record managing finance processes, workflows
• Ability to work under pressure
• Good communication, leadership and organisational skills.
• SAP experience is a must
• Prior Business Partnering skills and prior working experience in Tax practice in Big4 firm will be an added advantage

What sets this company apart:

Our client is a globally recognised company that values diversity, inclusivity, and provides its employees with opportunities for growth and development. They are committed to providing a supportive work environment where employees can thrive both personally and professionally. They believe in fostering a culture of continuous learning and encourage their employees to constantly improve their skills and knowledge.

What's next:

If you're ready to take on this exciting role, don't hesitate!

Apply today by clicking on the link!

Do note that we will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.

Agensi Pekerjaan Robert Walters Sdn Bhd
Business Registration Number : 729828-T
Licence Number : JTKSM 423C