Senior Tax Associate / Assistant Tax Manager

• Ensure accurate preparation and timely submission of tax returns, including corporate tax, SST, withholding tax, and other applicable taxes.
• Monitor compliance with Malaysian tax laws and regulations, ensuring the company meets all statutory requirements.
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual tax provision calculations and reconciliations.
• Liaise with auditors, tax agents, and authorities to address tax-related issues and queries.
• Provide strategic advice on tax implications of business decisions, transactions, and restructuring plans.
• Identify opportunities for tax savings and implement tax-efficient strategies to optimize the company's tax position.
• Evaluate and mitigate tax risks, ensuring compliance with local tax standards.
• Maintain proper documentation for all tax filings and support audits by tax authorities.
• Support internal and external audit processes, ensuring all tax-related information is accurate and readily available.
• Assist in enhancing existing tax workflows to improve efficiency and compliance.
• Leverage technology to automate tax calculations, reporting, and filing processes.
• Implement best practices to improve tax reporting and compliance processes.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure tax compliance in various business activities.
• Provide guidance and training to internal teams on tax-related matters and updates on legislation changes.
• Identify eligible government grants and funding opportunities, prepare applications, liaise with agencies, and ensure successful submission.
• Monitor grant usage and ensure compliance with terms and reporting requirements.
• Handle any ad-hoc tasks assigned by the Chief Financial Officer.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Professional qualification (e.g., ACCA, CPA, CTIM) is highly preferred.
• Minimum 5–8 years of relevant tax experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of Malaysian tax laws, regulations, and reporting standards.
• Experience in handling tax audits and dealing with regulatory authorities.
• Proficiency in accounting software and MS Excel; experience with ERP systems is an advantage.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple deadlines.