Assistant Manager – Tax-Compliance

BDO Malaysia; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

BDO Malaysia is seeking an Assistant Manager to support the delivery of quality tax services for corporate and individual clients. You will manage engagements, oversee tax computations and returns, and collaborate with senior leaders to provide advisory support.

You will lead client relationships, drive solutions, and stay updated on tax regulations to ensure compliance and risk management within a professional services environment.

Qualifications

• A recognised degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of relevant experience in a professional practice or services environment.
• Good knowledge of Malaysian tax legislation and compliance requirements.
• Experience in leading, coaching, or supervising team members is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage and review tax compliance assignments for corporate and individual clients.
• Lead and guide client service teams in the preparation and review of tax computations and returns.
• Collaborate with senior leaders to deliver quality tax services and client advisory matters.
• Maintain strong client relationships by understanding needs and providing timely support.
• Identify opportunities to support clients with tax and business solutions and assist BD efforts.
• Stay updated on tax legislation and industry developments to provide insights.
• Ensure adherence to internal risk management, quality control, and firm policies.

Skills

People management

Client advisory

Tax compliance

Tax legislation

English communication

Mentoring

Education

Degree in Accounting/Finance/Business

Relevant professional accounting qualification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

MS Office

Job description

BDO in Malaysia is part of the leading global professional services network, BDO International, providing audit, tax, advisory, business and outsourcing services to clients across diverse industries. With over 60 years of experience, we are supported by more than 1,200 professionals — including over 200 Partners and Directors — across offices in Malaysia, Brunei, Cambodia, Lao PDR, Myanmar and Vietnam.

At BDO, we shape what matters:

We grow together, to reach higher.

We collaborate, show up for one another, and build meaningful relationships — growing our careers in a workplace where we can thrive and belong.

We shape solutions, to go further.

We take ownership of our careers, stay curious, and are brave to share new ideas and shape how things are done.

We build trust, to lead purposefully.

Trust and integrity are the foundation of everything we do. We hold ourselves to the highest standards, leading with purpose while delivering quality outcomes.

Whether you’re starting or advancing your career, you won’t do it alone. From building meaningful careers for our people to shaping solutions for our clients, at BDO, we do it together. Come and shape what matters with us.

Overview

As an Assistant Manager, you will support the delivery of quality tax services to corporate and individual clients. This role involves managing client engagements, supporting tax advisory and compliance matters, working closely with senior leaders, and building strong client relationships within a professional services environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and review tax compliance assignments for corporate and individual clients, ensuring deliverables are completed accurately and within agreed timelines
• Lead and guide client service teams in the preparation and review of tax computations, tax returns, and related submissions
• Work closely with Tax Managers/Associate Directors and Executive Directors to deliver quality tax services and support client advisory matters
• Manage, develop, and maintain strong client relationships by understanding client needs, addressing queries, and providing timely support
• Identify opportunities to support clients with relevant tax and business solutions, while contributing to business development initiatives
• Keep updated on tax legislation, regulatory changes, and industry developments to provide relevant insights to clients and internal teams
• Ensure compliance with internal risk management, quality control, and firm policies in all client engagements

Education and professional skills/ knowledge

Experience & Education:

• A recognised degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field, and/or a relevant professional accounting qualification
• At least 5 years of relevant experience, preferably gained in a professional practice or professional services environment
• Good knowledge of Malaysian tax legislation, tax compliance requirements, and related regulations
• Experience in leading, coaching, or supervising team members will be an added advantage

Other skills

• Possess strong people management, interpersonal, communication, and networking skills
• Client service mindset, with the ability to act as an effective business advisor and problem solver
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with an excellent command of English
• Ability to read and write Mandarin will be an added advantage
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications