Group Tax Senior Executive / Assistant Manager

MVC Resources; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Zohorecruit is seeking a Tax Senior Executive/Assistant Manager to join a premier investment and property development group in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The role covers corporate tax compliance, strategic tax planning, advisory services, and audits across multiple SBUs.

The ideal candidate has a degree in accounting with ACCA/CIMA or equivalent, 3–4 years of corporate tax experience, and strong English/Bahasa Malaysia communication; Mandarin is an added advantage.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy and/or a recognised professional accounting qualification (ACCA, CIMA, etc.).
• Minimum 3 to 4 years of hands-on experience in corporate tax compliance.
• Solid understanding of Malaysian Corporate Tax Law and taxation principles.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English and Bahasa Malaysia.
• Mandarin ability is an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and ensure timely submission of annual corporate tax computations and returns for all SBUs.
• Provide advisory services to SBUs on complex transactions to maximise tax efficiency.
• Manage information for tax audits and investigations by the IRB up to clearance.
• Monitor compliance with Withholding Tax and other statutory tax requirements.
• Communicate and implement new tax laws and public rulings across the Group.
• Assist with tax refunds, tax credits, and penalties waivers while monitoring the Group's tax position.

Skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Independent working

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy

Professional Accounting Qualification (ACCA, CIMA, etc.)

Job description

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia | Posted on 09/28/2026

• Country Malaysia

Job Description

About Our Client

Join one of Malaysia's premier, well-established investment and property development groups with a diverse portfolio spanning townships, commercial developments, and hospitality. Our client is known for its strong market presence and commitment to strategic, sustainable growth across its various business units.

Job Summary

We are looking for a dedicated Tax Senior Executive/Assistant Manager to be a core part of the Group Tax team. This role is crucial in managing all aspects of the group's direct tax matters, including corporate tax compliance, strategic tax planning, advisory services, and handling tax audits and investigations across multiple business divisions.

Job Responsibilities

Prepare, review, and ensure timely submission of annual corporate tax computations and returns for all business units (SBUs).

Provide advisory services to SBUs on complex transactions, ensuring appropriate tax treatments to maximise tax efficiency and capitalise on government tax incentives.

Manage, support, and coordinate all information required for tax audits and investigations by the Inland Revenue Board (IRB) up to clearance.

Monitor, review, and ensure timely compliance with Withholding Tax and all other statutory and regulatory tax requirements.

Review, assess, and ensure the adequacy of annual and quarterly tax estimates and financial year-end provisions .

Communicate and implement new tax laws, public rulings, and budget proposals across the Group to ensure timely compliance and streamline tax positions.

Assist with applications for tax refunds, tax credit set-offs, and penalty waivers, while monitoring the Group's overall tax position .

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy and/or a recognised Professional Accounting Qualification (ACCA, CIMA, etc.) . Membership in MIA or CTIM is an added advantage.

Minimum of 3 to 4 years of hands-on experience in corporate tax compliance within a commercial group or tax firm.

Solid and practical understanding of Malaysian Corporate Tax Law and taxation principles.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both English and Bahasa Malaysia.

• Ability to communicate in Mandarin is an added advantage
  

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks effectively, work independently , and adhere strictly to deadlines.

Strong interpersonal and liaison skills for effective communication across all internal divisions and with external parties (e.g., IRB).