Senior Accountant - Tax & Client Services

APAC Michael Page; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A global professional services firm in Malaysia is seeking an Accounting and Tax Services professional for a 6-month contract. The role involves supporting client accounting services, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring compliance with statutory requirements. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, with 3-5 years of relevant experience. The firm offers medical coverage, structured training, and exposure to a diverse client portfolio in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Covered medical expenses

Structured training and professional development

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in accounting, tax, or client accounting services.
• Exposure to statutory accounting, tax compliance, and audit coordination.
• Good attention to detail with a strong focus on accuracy and quality.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of client accounting and tax services.
• Assist in maintaining accurate accounting records and documentation.
• Ensure all services are delivered in line with established processes and policies.
• Liaise with external auditors, tax agents, and regulatory bodies.

Skills

Accounting principles

Tax compliance

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline

Professional qualifications (ACCA, CPA, CA, or equivalent)

Job description

This role supports the delivery of high-quality accounting and tax services to a portfolio of clients, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with internal controls, statutory requirements, and service level agreements.

Client Details

Our client is a global professional services organisation that supports businesses operating across multiple countries. The company helps clients manage complex administrative and compliance requirements through centralised expertise and local market knowledge. With a strong international footprint and a presence in Malaysia, it works closely with multinational and growing organisations to ensure smooth day-to-day operations while adapting to different regulatory environments.

Description

• Support the delivery of client accounting and tax services, ensuring timelines, quality, and service standards are consistently met or exceeded.
• Assist in maintaining accurate accounting records, schedules, and supporting documentation for client portfolios.
• Support preparation and review of statutory accounts, management reports, and tax-related filings in accordance with applicable regulations.
• Ensure all services are delivered in line with established processes, work procedures, internal controls, and company policies.
• Assist the Client Accounting team in managing day-to-day operational activities and resolving client or internal queries.
• Provide backup support across accounting and tax service areas and perform related tasks as required to ensure continuity of service.
• Liaise with external auditors, tax agents, and regulatory bodies to support audits, filings, and information requests.
• Participate in structured training and on-the-job coaching to continuously enhance technical knowledge and service delivery capabilities.
• Identify opportunities to improve service efficiency, quality, and effectiveness within client accounting and tax processes.

Profile

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Professional qualifications (ACCA, CPA, CA, or equivalent) or currently pursuing are an advantage.
• 3-5 years of experience in accounting, tax, or client accounting services.
• Prior experience in professional services, shared services, fund administration, or corporate services environments is preferred.
• Exposure to statutory accounting, tax compliance, and audit coordination.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and basic tax compliance requirements.
• Good attention to detail with a strong focus on accuracy and quality.

Job Offer

• 6 Months Contract
• Covered medical expenses.
• Exposure to a diverse portfolio of local and international clients.
• Structured training and professional development in accounting and tax services.
• Supportive team environment with strong emphasis on quality and internal controls.

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