Assistant Manager Tax Compliance

Avaland Berhad group; Subang Jaya; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Parking

Vision

Insurance GHS & GPA

Professional Membership

Disc

Job summary

Avaland Berhad is seeking a Senior Manager – Group Tax to oversee group tax compliance across direct and indirect taxes, with emphasis on property development. You will review technical positions, assess tax risk, and manage audits to ensure defensible, consistent tax positions across the group.

You will lead the preparation of tax returns, coordinate with departments on tax implications, and manage transfer pricing documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field; CTIM qualification preferred.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in tax compliance, ideally in property development.
• Strong knowledge of Malaysian tax laws with focus on property development/real estate taxation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee timely preparation and filing of all tax returns (corporate income tax, SST, withholding tax, real property gains tax, stamp duty, capital gains tax).
• Coordinate with departments to align tax matters and advise on tax implications of business decisions.
• Prepare/update Transfer Pricing documentation and review related party transactions for tax efficiency.
• Support tax audits and investigations with accurate information and documentation.
• Monitor changes in tax regulations and ensure Group compliance with new laws.

Skills

Tax compliance

Malaysian tax laws

English proficiency

Bahasa Malaysia proficiency

Analytical skills

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

To support the Senior Manager – Group Tax in overseeing Group tax compliance (both direct & indirect taxes) through first level technical review, tax risk assessment, and audit management, ensuring all tax positions are defensible and consistent across the Group. A solid understanding of the property development sector and its unique tax challenges will be an added advantage in this role.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible in timely and accurate preparation and filing of all tax returns, including corporate income tax, SST, withholding tax, real property gains tax, stamp duty, capital gains tax, in compliance with both local and international tax laws.
• Coordinate with other departments to align on tax matters as well as support internal departments on the tax implications of business decisions or strategies.
• Prepare/update Transfer Pricing documentation including perform annual review on all related party transactions within the Group and proactively highlight on any adjustments required to ensure tax efficiency within the group.
• Support tax audits and investigations, ensuring all relevant information and documentation are accurate and readily available.
• Monitor changes in tax regulations that impact the Group and ensure compliance with new laws and guidelines.
• Assist in tax planning strategies to optimize the Group’s tax position while managing risk.
• To perform other ad-hoc duties as assigned by superior from time to time.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field. Professionalnqualification of CTIM is preferred.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in tax compliance, ideally within the property development industry.
• Strong knowledge of Malaysian tax laws, with a particular focus on property development/real estate taxation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Bahasa Malaysia.
• Able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong business acumen and understanding of property development sector, including project financing and sales.

Commercial & Industrial Property Management 101-1,000 employees

Listed on the Main Market of Bursa Malaysia Securities Berhad since 6 April 2015, Avaland Berhad (formerly known as MCT Berhad) and its group of companies are fast emerging to be one of the leading property developers in Malaysia.

Avaland’s developments include Cybersouth, a township covering over 400 acres in Dengkil as well as various high‑rise developments at Cyberjaya, Petaling Jaya and Subang Jaya.

In February 2018, Avaland became a subsidiary of Ayala Land Inc. and has since expanded its product offerings to luxury residences, with its development of Aetas Damansara in Petaling Jaya as well as its resort living residences, Alira Subang Jaya.

Avaland has also actively expanded its land bank with the acquisition of a 4.02-acre land at Bangi in 2022, while making its first foray in Kuala Lumpur with the acquisition of a 1.57-acre land in Seputeh and a 3.9-acre land in Taman Desa in 2023.

Avaland holds strong to its vision of being an Innovative & Timeless Value Creator. Its brand purpose of ‘Rediscovering Possibilities’ is about bringing a positive change by creating communities and enhancing lives for generations where people enjoy a complete lifestyle experience.

Listed on the Main Market of Bursa Malaysia Securities Berhad since 6 April 2015, Avaland Berhad (formerly known as MCT Berhad) and its group of companies are fast emerging to be one of the leading property developers in Malaysia.

Avaland’s developments include Cybersouth, a township covering over 400 acres in Dengkil as well as various high‑rise developments at Cyberjaya, Petaling Jaya and Subang Jaya.

In February 2018, Avaland became a subsidiary of Ayala Land Inc. and has since expanded its product offerings to luxury residences, with its development of Aetas Damansara in Petaling Jaya as well as its resort living residences, Alira Subang Jaya.

Avaland has also actively expanded its land bank with the acquisition of a 4.02-acre land at Bangi in 2022, while making its first foray in Kuala Lumpur with the acquisition of a 1.57-acre land in Seputeh and a 3.9-acre land in Taman Desa in 2023.

Avaland holds strong to its vision of being an Innovative & Timeless Value Creator. Its brand purpose of ‘Rediscovering Possibilities’ is about bringing a positive change by creating communities and enhancing lives for generations where people enjoy a complete lifestyle experience.

Perks and benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Parking
• Vision
• Insurance GHS & GPA
• Professional Membership
• Disc