Assistant Tax Manager

Harvey Norman Malaysia; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Harvey Norman Malaysia is seeking a Tax Manager to lead tax planning, compliance, and SST initiatives across our Malaysian operations, ensuring alignment with corporate governance. You will coordinate with tax agents and authorities while maintaining robust documentation and controls.

The role requires strong communication and analytical skills to guide finance, legal and operations on tax implications of business decisions. Proactive tax planning and staying up-to-date with laws are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in commerce, accounting, taxation, or a related field.
• CA or CPA professional qualification.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in tax management.
• Strong knowledge of tax planning strategies and SST.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Analytical and detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough analysis of taxes to provide expert advice on tax planning and optimization opportunities to ensure compliance with local regulations.
• Coordinate and manage tax audits, inquiries and notices with tax agents and authorities.
• Maintain documentation and records related to tax filings, provisions and other tax-related activities.
• Collaborate with finance, legal and operations to ensure alignment on tax matters.
• Provide guidance and support to internal stakeholders on financial issues, including tax implications of business decisions.
• Stay updated with changes in tax laws and regulations and identify risks or opportunities for the organization.
• Foster a culture of tax compliance and awareness; provide training and support as needed.
• Plan to maximize the Company’s tax advantages via effective tax planning.
• Review provision for tax and deferred tax calculation for operational planning.

Skills

Tax planning

Financial analysis

Communication

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in commerce/accounting/taxation

CA or CPA designation

Job description

Harvey Norman is a leading Australian retail brand with 42 stores across Malaysia, including a flagship outlet at Mid Valley Megamall. The company provides a wide range of electrical, computers, furniture, and bedding products under one roof, focusing on delivering a distinctive customer experience. Customers benefit from a 14-day exchange policy, price guarantee, product reservation, same-day delivery, and Product Care protection, enabling them to shop with confidence. Harvey Norman has a strong international presence, operating in Australia, Croatia, New Zealand, Ireland, Slovenia, Singapore, and Malaysia.

Job Responsibilities

• Conduct a thorough analysis of taxes to provide expert advice on tax planning and optimization opportunities to ensure compliance with local regulations.
• Working with the tax agent to coordinate and manage tax audits, inquiries and notices from tax authorities, if any.
• Maintain documentation and records related to tax filings, provisions and other tax-related activities.
• Collaborate with other departments and teams, such as finance, legal and operations, to ensure alignment and coordination on tax matters.
• Provide guidance and support to internal stakeholders on financial issues, including tax implications of business decisions and transactions.
• Stay updated with changes in tax laws and regulations and proactively identify potential risks or opportunities for the organization.
• Foster a culture of tax compliance and awareness throughout the organization, providing training and support as needed.
• Observe and plan to maximize the Company’s tax advantages via effective and efficient tax planning.
• Review provision for tax and deferred tax calculation for operational planning purposes. (i.e. : effective tax rate, tax trend and analysis).

Job Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in commerce, accounting, taxation or a related field.
• Professional qualification of Chartered Accountant (CA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in tax management, preferably in a corporate or public accounting environment.
• Strong understanding of tax planning strategies and experience in managing indirect taxes, including Sales and Services Tax (SST).
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.