A2R Indirect Tax Senior Accountant

Sanofi; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

This innovative firm is seeking a driven A2R Indirect Tax Senior Accountant to join its dynamic team in Petaling Jaya. You will play a pivotal role in centralizing indirect tax activities across Asia, ensuring compliance while providing strategic advice. The position offers exposure to diverse tax frameworks and the chance to drive process improvements in a fast-paced environment. If you are passionate about tax and eager to contribute to a transformative journey, this is the opportunity for you. Join a team dedicated to making a significant impact on millions of lives through better tax practices.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in indirect tax compliance and advisory.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills required.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Asia Indirect Tax function ensuring compliance.
• Prepare and submit indirect tax returns in compliance with local laws.

Skills

Indirect Tax Compliance

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Process Automation

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting

Professional Degree in Finance

Tools

SAP

MS Excel

Job description

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A2R Indirect Tax Senior Accountant

Apply locations: Petaling Jaya | Time type: Full time | Posted on: Posted 2 Days Ago | End Date: June 30, 2025 (30+ days left to apply) | Job requisition id: R2800846

About the Job

Our hubs are a crucial part of our innovation, enhancing performance across Sanofi departments and serving as a springboard for our impactful work. Build a career with us and be part of transforming our business while making a difference in millions of lives. Ready?

As part of the expanding Tax and Statutory Reporting Team, you will play a key role in an exciting transformation. Starting in 2025, Sanofi will centralize indirect tax activities from multiple Asian countries to the Kuala Lumpur Hub. This offers a unique opportunity for professional growth, exposure to diverse tax frameworks, and involvement in streamlining processes.

We seek a driven and passionate tax professional to join our Sanofi Finance Team in Kuala Lumpur. This role involves managing the Asia Indirect Tax function, ensuring compliance, and providing strategic advice on indirect tax matters. The team is expected to grow to approximately 8 members, focusing on delivering high-quality tax and statutory reporting services, process improvements, and automation adoption.

Key Responsibilities

Core Model Implementation

• Implement and ensure alignment with the SBS core model.
• Support projects aimed at aligning with and transforming the core model, including process automation.
• Promote a Robotic Process Automation (RPA) mindset to optimize tax operations.

Compliance

• Ensure SOX and Internal Control Framework compliance by identifying and addressing gaps with the A2R Lead/Supervisor and Country Finance.
• Enhance tax controls and governance through documentation, manuals, and key references.
• Incorporate legislative updates into business processes.
• Partner with the business to provide indirect tax (GST) advice and ensure legislative compliance.
• Support audits by coordinating with relevant teams and resolving issues.

Operations

Indirect Tax Returns

• Review indirect tax treatments for unusual transactions in real-time.
• Review and correct indirect tax postings in SAP or manual processes.
• Prepare, reconcile, and submit indirect tax returns in compliance with local laws.
• Maintain accurate records through tax journals and ledger reconciliations.
• Analyze trends and provide insights on indirect tax returns.

Reporting and Risk Management

• Coordinate pre-close discussions on tax treatments.
• Extract and consolidate tax data for reporting.
• Prepare and control MyTax files ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Publish MyTax risk packages and resolve blocking controls.
• Assist with tax audits by providing necessary documentation.

Tax Audit Management

• Provide relevant tax documentation for audits, including returns, reconciliations, and calculations.

Monthly Balance Sheet Reconciliation

• Prepare and maintain monthly reconciliations of tax-related GL accounts.
• Resolve discrepancies promptly, adhering to internal controls.

Continuous Improvement

• Support performance monitoring and corrective actions.
• Identify process and technology improvement opportunities.
• Drive customer satisfaction initiatives and assess service quality.

About You

• Bachelor’s or Professional Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or equivalent. CITM qualification is a plus.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in taxation, especially indirect tax compliance and advisory.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in MS Excel (advanced features) and experience with SAP or similar ERP systems.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to succeed in a multinational environment and collaborate across teams.
• Commercial mindset with strong stakeholder relationship skills.

Why Join Us?

This role offers a unique chance to contribute to Sanofi’s growing Tax and Statutory Reporting Team. You will:

• Be part of an exciting transformation centralizing tax activities for Asia.
• Gain exposure to diverse tax frameworks and regulations.
• Work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment focused on continuous learning and growth.
• Drive process improvements and innovation with a motivated team.

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