Manager - Tax Policy, Technical & Research

Description

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Job Description & Summary

At PwC, our people in tax services focus on providing advice and guidance to clients on tax planning, compliance, and strategy. These individuals help businesses navigate complex tax regulations and optimise their tax positions.

Those in tax compliance at PwC will focus on validating clients' compliance with tax laws and regulations. You will review and analyse financial data, prepare and file tax returns, and assist businesses in meeting their tax obligations while minimising risks of non-compliance.

A career within Tax services will provide you with the opportunity to grow your career in supporting our tax business in delivering distinctive, holistic, and high-quality tax services which are underpinned by deep technical expertise. You will be part of a team that is at the forefront of providing tax technical solutions. As a manager, your focus includes:

• Stay up-to-date and analyse the impact of changes to tax policies, laws and regulations.
• Draft technical communications and newsletters.
• Draft thought leadership articles and update PwC publications.
• Conduct thorough technical research and analysis of tax issues.
• Attend to internal enquiries on technical issues.
• Assist with internal technical forums and discussions.

To excel in this role, you need to demonstrate a deep understanding of Malaysian tax laws, the ability to communicate complex tax concepts to stakeholders, and an aptitude for continuous learning. You'll work alongside a team of problem solvers, collaborating to find technical solutions within Tax services. PwC Professional skills and responsibilities for this management level include but are not limited to:

• Develop new skills outside of your comfort zone.
• Act to resolve issues which prevent the team working effectively.
• Coach others, recognize their strengths, and encourage them to take ownership of their personal development.
• Analyse complex ideas or proposals and build a range of meaningful recommendations.
• Use multiple sources of information including broader stakeholder views to develop solutions and recommendations.
• Address sub-standard work or work that does not meet firm's/client's expectations.
• Develop a point of view on key global trends, and how they impact clients.
• Manage a variety of viewpoints to build consensus and create positive outcomes for all parties.
• Simplify complex messages, highlighting and summarising key points.
• Uphold the firm's code of ethics and business conduct.

Requirements

• Degree in Accounting/Finance/Law or professional accounting/taxation qualification.
• A minimum of 6 years of experience in tax or a similar role.
• In-depth knowledge of Malaysian tax laws and regulations.
• Excellent interpersonal, managerial, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, professional services environment.
• Excellent command of spoken and written English and Malay.

Optional Skills

Accepting Feedback, Accounting Practices, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Coaching and Feedback, Communication, Corporate Tax Planning, Creativity, Drafting Tax Documents, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Financial Audit, Financial Review, Financial Statement Analysis, Inclusion, Intellectual Curiosity, Learning Agility, Monitoring and Analyzing Financial Trends, Optimism, Preparing Tax Documents, Professional Courage, Project Management, Regulatory Compliance Consulting.

Travel Requirements

Not Specified

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

No

Government Clearance Required?

No

For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below.

Candidates must be resident in Malaysia, or have the right to work in Malaysia.