Group Tax Manager

Confidential; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a senior tax professional to oversee timely submission of tax returns, VAT/GST, and withholding taxes across jurisdictions.

You will lead transfer pricing documentation, manage audits, and oversee annual tax budgets and ETR reporting, ensuring alignment with group objectives.

The role includes advisory support to business units, advancing tax technology for BEPS 2.0 Pillar Two and GloBE, and collaboration on complex contracts.

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of corporate income tax, indirect taxes (VAT/GST), transfer pricing and international tax
• Experience with MNC in-house tax and Big 4 exposure preferred
• Excellent stakeholder management and problem-solving skills
• Able to work independently in fast-paced environment and handle multiple priorities

Responsibilities

• Oversee timely submission of tax returns and statutory filings across jurisdictions
• Review and manage transfer pricing documentation (Local/Master File, CbCR) and related notifications
• Lead and coordinate tax audits, investigations and dispute resolution with tax authorities
• Prepare, analyze, and monitor annual tax budgets and quarterly ETR reporting
• Provide tax advisory support to business units and corporate functions
• Support implementation and enhancement of tax technology solutions including BEPS 2.0 Pillar Two and GLoBE
• Review commercial agreements and contracts for tax implications
• Evaluate business activities to ensure compliance with tax laws across jurisdictions
• Liaise with external tax advisors, government authorities, and internal stakeholders
• Support strategic initiatives including mergers & acquisitions, APA, and restructurings

Skills

Taxation knowledge

Transfer pricing

Tax audits

Tax technology

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Independence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Taxation

Job description

• Oversee and ensure timely submission of tax returns and statutory tax filings across all jurisdictions where the Group operates. This includes Corporate Income Tax, VAT/GST, withholding tax, Economic Substance Declarations, and other tax-related compliance requirements.
• Review and manage transfer pricing compliance documentation, including Local File, Master File, Country-by-Country Report (CbCR), and related notifications.
• Lead and coordinate tax audits, investigations, and dispute resolution matters with tax authorities to ensure tax assessments are up to date and effectively managed.
• Prepare, analyze, and monitor annual tax budgets and quarterly Effective Tax Rate (ETR) reporting, with a focus on tax efficiency and optimization.
• Provide tax advisory support to business units and corporate functions, ensuring alignment with the Group’s strategic and operational objectives.
• Support the implementation and enhancement of tax technology solutions for global tax compliance, including BEPS 2.0 Pillar Two and GLoBE Information Return requirements.
• Review commercial agreements and legal contracts, providing tax-related advice and recommendations.
• Evaluate business activities, practices, and transactions to ensure compliance with applicable tax laws and regulations across various jurisdictions.
• Liaise with external tax advisors, government authorities, and internal stakeholders on tax compliance and advisory matters.
• Support strategic initiatives and special projects, including mergers and acquisitions (M&A), Advance Pricing Agreements (APA), restructuring exercises, and other tax-related assignments.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, or an equivalent professional qualification.
• Minimum 8 years of relevant tax experience in a similar capacity.
• Strong tax technical expertise gained from a combination of multinational corporation (MNC) in-house tax experience and Big 4 professional services exposure is highly preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of corporate income tax, indirect taxes (VAT/GST), transfer pricing, and international tax regulations.
• Familiarity with tax regimes, tax treaties, and compliance requirements across Asia and the UAE is an advantage.
• Strong commercial acumen, business partnering skills, and risk management mindset.
• Hands-on, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Able to work independently in a fast-paced environment and perform well under pressure.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and problem-solving skills.