An exciting Tax Manager job has just become available at one of the conglomerate companies based in Kuala Lumpur.

About the Tax Manager Role:
As the Tax Manager, you will be involved in providing effective tax solutions to the group's business initiatives and help formulate the group's tax policies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement tax strategies to optimise the organisations tax liabilities and compliance
• Ensure compliance with all relevant tax laws and regulations, including income tax, sales tax, and other applicable taxes
• Oversee tax planning and reporting processes, including the preparation and submission of tax returns and related documentation
• Conduct tax research to stay updated on changes in tax laws and regulations that may impact the organisation's operations
• Provide guidance and support to finance and accounting teams on tax-related matters, including tax implications for business decisions and transactions
• Manage tax audits and inquiries, collaborating with external auditors and tax authorities to resolve any issues effectively
• Review and approve tax provisions and accruals for financial reporting purposes
• Develop and maintain relationships with external tax advisers and consultants, as necessary
• Monitor and mitigate tax risks identifying potential tax planning opportunities
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure tax considerations are incorporated into business strategies and initiatives
• Lead and supervise tax professionals within the organisation, providing coaching and mentoring to enhance their skills and performance
• Prepare and present tax reports and updates to senior management and relevant stakeholders

To succeed in this Tax Manager role, you must be a high energy, responsive, detail-oriented, and experienced leader with strong communication, presentation, negotiation, analytical, operational, and people skills.

Key Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in accountancy or equivalent. A certified professional (e.g. CPA or equivalent) is an advantage
• Proven experience with a minimum of five years in tax planning, compliance, and reporting, with a focus on complex tax issues
• Strong knowledge of local and international tax laws, regulations, and accounting principles
• Ability to analyse complex tax issues and provide practical and effective solutions
• Experience with dealing with tax authorities, managing tax audits, and resolving tax-related inquiries
• Excellent leadership and management skills, with the ability to oversee a team of tax professionals
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present tax-related information to non-tax professionals effectively
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail and the ability to interpret financial data
• Proactive and forward-thinking, staying up-to-date with tax developments and their potential impact on the organisation
• Strong organisational and time management skills to manage multiple tax-related projects and deadlines
• Ability to collaborate and work effectively with cross-functional teams and external partners
• Hybrid working arrangement is available

This leading company has an outstanding reputation and needs no introduction and is one of leaders in their field of expertise and they have a strong presence in the market. The firm is also very focused on developing and training their people to the highest standards.

If you are driven, determined and want to take the next step in your career, this is the role for you. Great career progression opportunities await the right person in this exciting Tax Manager role.

Apply today or contact me to discuss this new opportunity.

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