Indirect Tax Manager

Ernst & Young Advisory Services Sdn Bhd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global consulting firm in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an experienced professional to join their Indirect Tax team. In this role, you will lead the delivery of Indirect Tax engagements, providing valuable advisory to clients on VAT/GST implications. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in Accounting and 5-8 years of experience in indirect tax. EY offers a competitive remuneration package and a commitment to continuous learning and inclusive culture.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration package

Continuous learning opportunities

Flexibility in working arrangements

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of work experience in indirect tax or a related field.
• Knowledgeable in export/import and compliance policies.
• Ability to assess complex supply chains and trade flows.

Responsibilities

• Lead Indirect Tax engagements ensuring technical excellence.
• Identify market opportunities and develop commercial propositions.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients.
• Advise on VAT/GST impacts on clients' supply chain.
• Assist clients in complying with customs regulations.

Skills

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Job description

We invite high calibre and resourceful candidates to join our expanding Indirect Tax practice for a challenging and rewarding career. As part of our growing team, your professional development is important to us and we are fully committed to helping you realise your potential.

The opportunity

This is a period of unprecedented change in the tax arena with technological innovation and regulatory change resulting in a huge demand for delivery of Indirect Tax advisory services. As a member of the team, you will not only have the opportunity to enhance your technical knowledge and be creative, but also experience the challenge of being a trusted indirect tax and business advisor. As part of our expansion strategy, we would like to invite you to join this dynamic team.

Your key responsibilities

• You’ll lead the successful delivery of Indirect Tax engagements, taking a professional, practical and commercial approach and ensuring technical excellence.
• Identify opportunities in the market and lead on developing our commercial proposition to new and existing clients.
• Build and maintain tax relationships with our own clients.
• Advise how indirect taxes such as value added tax (VAT) or goods & services tax (GST) impact clients’ supply chain and financial and accounting systems.
• Identify and address areas of risk, advise clients on the taxation implication of global trade and assist them in complying with customs regulations.
• Advise on IDT strategies for domestic and cross-border transactions.

Skills and attributes for success

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong drive to excel professionally, and to guide and motivate others.
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills.
• Dedicated, innovative, resourceful, and able to work under pressure.
• Foster an efficient, innovative and team‑oriented work environment.

To qualify for the role you must have

• A bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field.
• Minimum of 5‑8 years of work experience in indirect tax or a related field.
• Knowledgeable in export/import and compliance policies and procedures.
• Able to grasp and assess complex supply chains and trade flows.

Ideally, you’ll also have

• A professional qualification in Tax.
• Hands‑on experience in GST implementation and technical review.

What working at EY offers

EY offers a competitive remuneration package commensurate with your work experience, where you will be rewarded for your individual and team performance. We are committed to being an inclusive employer and are happy to consider flexible working arrangements (FWA), as needed, guided by our FWA Policy.

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

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