Manager & Senior Executive, Taxation (Group Finance)

Perusahaan Otomobil Nasional Sdn Bhd (PROTON); Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

PROTON in Malaysia seeks a Senior Executive, Taxation to ensure comprehensive tax compliance and accurate tax filings for corporate income tax, SST, and WHT. The role also supports tax planning and optimization of tax strategies while adhering to regulatory requirements.

You will perform tax analysis to identify risks and opportunities, advise on WHT/SST obligations to business units, and coordinate with auditors and tax authorities. Strong Excel skills and regulatory knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• Prepare, review, and ensure timely filing of all tax returns (CIT, SST, WHT) in compliance with laws.
• Prepare tax provisions, deferred tax computations, and disclosures for statutory/financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Tax compliance for corporate and operations, including filings and deadlines.
• Tax reporting and provisions for financial reporting.
• Tax research to identify risks and opportunities.
• Provide guidance on WHT and SST to stakeholders.
• Liaise with external auditors, tax authorities, and internal teams.
• Monitor tax legislation and communicate impact to stakeholders.

Skills

Tax compliance

Tax planning

Regulatory knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication

Transfer pricing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance/Taxation

ACCA/CPA/MICPA or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Tax software

Job description

Senior Executive, Taxation role is responsible for managing and ensuring compliance with all tax-related matters. This position involves overseeing tax compliance, reporting, planning to optimize the organization's tax strategies while ensuring adherence to relevant regulations.

Job Description

Tax Compliance: Prepare, review, and ensure the timely filing of all tax returns, including corporate income tax, sales and service tax ("SST"), withholding tax ("WHT"), and other relevant taxes, in compliance with the relevant laws and regulations.

Tax Reporting: Prepare tax provisions, deferred tax computations, tax disclosures, and supporting documentation for statutory and financial reporting purposes.

Tax Analysis: Assist in conducting tax research and analysis to identify potential tax risks, tax-savings opportunities, and tax implications of business transactions and operational decisions.

WHT / SST: Provide guidance and advice on WHT/ SST requirements to business and stakeholders and ensure compliance with applicable WHT and SST regulations.

Communication and Collaboration: Liaise with external auditors, tax authorities, and internal stakeholders to address inquiries, audits, and tax-related matters effectively.

Tax Research and Regulatory Updates: Monitor developments in tax legislation, regulations, and tax authority guidelines, and communicate the potential impact to relevant stakeholders.

Knowledge of transfer pricing is added advantage.

Job Requirement

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, or professional qualification (ACCA, CPA, MICPA) or equivalent.

Minimum 3 years of relevant tax experience in tax compliance, planning, or a similar role within a corporate or public accounting environment.

Strong knowledge of the Income Tax legislation, regulations, and guidelines.

Exposure to tax issues within the automotive industry, as well as SST and Customs regulations, will be an added advantage.

Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and tax-related system/applications.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

Self-motivated. Ability to work independently and good team player.

Unlock job insights

Automobile technology that's the pride and symbol of Malaysian innovation and dedication. 1985 marked a momentous year in Malaysia's history when the country's first national car, the Proton Saga, rolled out for the masses. PROTON is more than just a car company as its inception as a key driver of national development has seen the brand accelerate its learning curve through technology transfer with strategic partnerships and technical collaborations.

Today, PROTON continues designing and building cars which has remained an elusive dream for most nations, but made a reality for Malaysia in 1985 and has since been driving the landscape of Malaysia’s automotive industry.

PROTON

Automobile technology that's the pride and symbol of Malaysian innovation and dedication. 1985 marked a momentous year in Malaysia's history when the country's first national car, the Proton Saga, rolled out for the masses. PROTON is more than just a car company as its inception as a key driver of national development has seen the brand accelerate its learning curve through technology transfer with strategic platforms and technical collaborations.

Today, PROTON continues designing and building cars which has remained an elusive dream for most nations, but made a reality for Malaysia in 1985 and has since been driving the landscape of Malaysia’s automotive industry.