Tax Assistant Manager

Manage an assigned portfolio of corporate and individual clients, ensuring timely delivery of tax compliance and advisory services. Review tax computations, tax returns, estimates, and correspondence prepared by junior team members to ensure accuracy and compliance. Monitor statutory tax deadlines and ensure all submissions are completed within the required timelines.

Liaise with clients and government authorities, including the Inland Revenue Board (IRB), Royal Malaysian Customs Department, Ministry of Finance, and other relevant regulatory bodies. Support the Tax Manager in delivering tax advisory services across various industries. Assist in managing tax audits, investigations, and dispute resolution matters.

Review work completed by team members, providing guidance to ensure quality, accuracy, and adherence to firm standards. Support the Tax Manager in coaching, mentoring, and training team members while sharing updates on tax legislation and regulatory developments. Assist in monitoring team performance and ensuring efficient workflow management.

Serve as a trusted advisor to clients by providing practical tax planning, compliance, and risk management solutions. Prepare and review transfer pricing documentation in accordance with Malaysian and international transfer pricing regulations. Collaborate with clients and internal teams to develop tax strategies that support business objectives while ensuring regulatory compliance.

Keep abreast of changes in tax legislation and ensure clients remain compliant with all applicable tax laws and reporting requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related discipline. Minimum 4 years of relevant experience in taxation, preferably within a public accounting or professional services environment. Strong knowledge of Malaysian tax legislation and a good understanding of international tax and transfer pricing principles.

Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills. Strong interpersonal, communication, and client relationship management abilities. Able to manage multiple priorities and work effectively both independently and as part of a team. Professional qualifications such as ACCA, ICAEW, CPA, CFA, CTP, or equivalent are an added advantage.