Principal Tax Accountant

City of Shakopee, MN; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Shakopee, MN is looking for a professional to manage and coordinate tax compliance for selected entities across APAC jurisdictions. The candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in accounting and a CPA or equivalent certification is preferred. A strong preference for candidates with 6+ years of relevant tax experience and Malaysian tax knowledge is necessary.

The role requires excellent time management and communication skills, coupled with the ability to work in a multinational environment. This position offers a dynamic work environment with the opportunity to handle multiple tasks effectively.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of tax experience, including industry or public accounting/Big 4 experience.
• High proficiency in spoken and written English.
• Malaysian tax knowledge required.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate tax compliance across APAC jurisdictions.
• Review compliance with tax regulatory and filing requirements.
• Provide guidance on local tax issues.

Skills

Tax compliance management

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or equivalent

CPA or equivalent certification

Job description

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage and coordinate tax compliance for selected entities across APAC jurisdictions.
• Ensure and review compliance with tax regulatory and filing requirements.
• Manage tax queries, audits, and authority engagements.
• Interpret local and international tax statutes, regulations, and legislation.
• Provide guidance and practical advice on local tax issues.
• Partner with management in the monitoring and reporting of local tax incentives.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and year‑end closing related to tax matters.

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• A Bachelor’s degree in accounting with an emphasis in tax or another four‑year degree with equivalent accounting and tax experience is preferred.
• CPA or equivalent accounting certification is preferred.
• Candidate should have 6+ years of tax experience, including industry or public accounting/Big 4 experience.
• High level of computer and system skills and excellent communication skills are essential.
• High proficiency in spoken and written English.
• Experience working in a multi‑national environment would be a strong advantage.
• Experience working in a tech environment would be an advantage.
• Malaysian tax knowledge is required, with a strong preference for multi‑country/regional tax experience.

PERSONAL QUALITIES AND SKILLS

• Proven ability to effectively manage time, prioritize, and handle multiple tasks.
• Ability to work on own initiative, self‑starter.
• Hands‑on, flexible approach to work and ability to meet deadlines.
• Quick learner with analytical skills and a close attention to detail.
• Independently driven with ability to work as part of a team in a multi‑national environment while maintaining a high degree of professionalism.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate ideas and data both verbally and written in an appropriate manner.
• Commitment to doing a first‑class job (i.e., accurate, timely and well documented).