Senior Associate - Tax Dispute Resolution

PwC Malaysia; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Senior Associate in Tax Dispute Resolution. The role involves managing tax audits, advising clients on disputes, and extensive research on tax legislation. Ideal candidates should possess a degree and analytical thinking skills while being able to communicate effectively. Join a dynamic team dedicated to delivering top-tier tax services.

Responsibilities

• Deal with all tax enquiries and investigations from introduction to settlement.
• Manage the tax audit/investigation process proactively.
• Advise clients on tax audit/investigation issues.
• Prepare and review documentation for tax authorities.
• Present the company's position on issues.
• Research tax legislation and case law.
• Resolve issues between clients and authorities.
• Discuss overall strategy for settlement.

Skills

Accepting Feedback

Active Listening

Analytical Thinking

Audit Defense (Taxes)

Communication

Corporate Tax Self Assessment

Creativity

Embracing Change

Emotional Regulation

Empathy

Inclusion

Intellectual Curiosity

Learning Agility

Optimism

Payroll Tax Efficiency Reviews

Reverse Audits

Self-Awareness

Tax Controversies

Tax Disclosures

Tax Dispute Resolution

Tax Governance

Tax Litigation

Taxes

Education

Degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Senior Associate – Tax Dispute Resolution

A career within Tax services offers you the opportunity to help clients meet and manage tax obligations across changing specialties. You will advise on local and overseas tax affairs, act as a strategic consultant related to business analysis, manage indirect taxes, dispute resolution and global enterprise tax solutions.

Our team helps clients identify and reduce tax risks, meet compliance obligations, implement tax strategies that complement business and operational objectives, resolve disagreements with tax authorities and manage tax accounting and reporting issues. You will be engaged in projects dealing with international tax, M&A, state and local tax accounting, regulatory processes, tax reporting and strategy.

Responsibilities

• The role will involve dealing with all tax enquiries and investigations from early stage introduction to settlement of tax dispute.
• Manage the tax audit/investigation process proactively to mitigate client tax risks.
• Advise the client on tax audit/investigation issues and implications.
• Prepare information/documentation and review documents for submission to tax authorities.
• Present and explain the company's position on issues raised or documents submitted.
• Research tax legislation and case law.
• Shorten investigation period through satisfactory resolution of issues between client and authorities.
• Discuss overall strategy on finalisation and settlement of client tax dispute.

PwC Professional Skills

• Use feedback and reflection to develop self awareness and address development areas.
• Delegate to provide stretch opportunities and coach to deliver results.
• Demonstrate critical thinking and bring order to unstructured problems.
• Use tools and techniques to extract insights from industry trends.
• Review work for quality, accuracy and relevance.
• Know when to use available tools and explain the choice.
• Seek and embrace opportunities to gain exposure.
• Use straightforward communication in a structured way.
• Read situations and modify behavior to build relationships.
• Uphold firm code of ethics and business conduct.

Education

Degree or equivalent experience required. Degree or preferred field of study not specified.

Certifications

No certifications specified.

Required Skills

Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Audit Defense (Taxes), Communication, Corporate Tax Self Assessment, Creativity, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Inclusion, Intellectual Curiosity, Learning Agility, Optimism, Payroll Tax Efficiency Reviews, Reverse Audits, Self-Awareness, Tax Controversies, Tax Disclosures, Tax Dispute Resolution, Tax Governance, Tax Litigation, Taxes.

Travel

Not Specified.

Visa Sponsorship

No.

Government Clearance

No.