Junior Tax Consultant

Acclime; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Acclime in Kuala Lumpur seeks a knowledgeable Tax Consultant to provide expert tax advice and ensure compliance with Malaysian tax laws. You will assist in preparing returns, handling audits, and liaising with tax authorities.

The role requires strong analytical skills, English and Bahasa Malaysia proficiency, and experience with tax planning and Excel-based tools. Training and ongoing professional development are available within a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent.
• Professional qualifications (CPA/ACCA/CTIM) are an added advantage.
• Internship experience in tax consultancy, audit, or corporate tax is beneficial.
• Familiarity with MFRS and MPERS.
• Knowledge of Malaysian tax laws and IRB procedures.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English and Bahasa Malaysia.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (Xero, SQL, QBO).

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and review of tax returns for individuals and entities.
• Conduct tax research and provide strategic advice.
• Prepare and submit routine tax compliance documentation promptly.
• Identify tax planning opportunities to minimize liabilities.
• Keep abreast of tax law changes and communicate updates to clients and team.
• Liaise with IRB in writing and verbally to resolve issues.

Skills

Tax knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Deadline-driven

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Professional qualification (CPA/ACCA/CTIM) desired

Tools

Xero

SQL

QBO

Job description

We are seeking a knowledgeable and detail-oriented Tax Consultant to provide expert tax advice, ensure compliance with statutory requirements, and support the organization or clients in effective tax planning. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of Malaysian tax laws and experience in preparing tax returns, handling tax audits, and liaising with tax authorities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assisting in the preparation and review of tax returns for individuals, companies, and partnerships.
• Conducting tax research and analysis to provide accurate and strategic advice on tax-related matters.
• Preparing and submitting routine tax compliance documentation in a timely and accurate manner.
• Identifying tax planning opportunities to help clients minimize tax liabilities within legal frameworks.
• Keeping abreast of changes in tax laws and regulations and communicating relevant updates to clients and team members.
• Liaising with the Inland Revenue Board (IRB) both in writing and verbally to resolve tax matters efficiently.

Key Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent
• Professional qualification (e.g., CPA, ACCA, CTIM) is an added advantage.
• Experience during internship as tax consultancy, audit, or corporate tax is an added advantage.
• Skills in MFRS and MPERS and is able to apply these different standards.
• Good knowledge of Malaysian tax laws and IRB procedures.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Bahasa Malaysia.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (e.g., Xero, SQL, QBO) is preferred.