Senior Specialist Indirect Tax

Omya Asia Pacific Sdn. Bhd.; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Omya Asia Pacific Sdn. Bhd. in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a skilled Indirect Tax professional to join our finance team. You will manage daily indirect tax tasks, ensure timely tax filings and support audits.

The role requires 3–5 years of experience in tax operations, strong knowledge of indirect taxes, and hands-on experience with SAP and OneStream. Excellent accuracy and stakeholder collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• University degree in Accounting/Finance/Taxation/Law; advanced tax certifications are advantageous.
• 3–5 years of experience in a process- or function-related operational role.
• Experience with SAP and tax/reporting systems (OneStream).
• Strong knowledge of indirect taxes, transfer pricing, and tax risk management.

Responsibilities

• Execute daily Indirect Tax operational tasks (e.g., returns, filings, reconciliations) and support audits.
• Monitor KPIs and SLAs; take corrective actions as needed.
• Support standardization and continuous improvement of indirect tax processes.
• Collaborate with Controlling, A/P, A/R, and other finance stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with local and international tax regulations and accounting standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Tax knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder coordination

Education

University degree in Accounting/Finance/Taxation/Law

CTA/CPA/ACCA advantageous

Tools

SAP

OneStream

Job description

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Service Performance and Issue Resolution Execute daily Indirect Tax operational tasks (e.g., preparation of indirect tax returns, filing of indirect tax returns, conduction of indirect tax reconciliations, support in handling local indirect tax audits and performance of tax Intrastat and EC Sales local reportings), including more complex or higher-value cases, as well as supporting the monitoring of legal requirements, ensuring timely and accurate execution according to defined work instructions and SLAs Monitor own KPIs and SLAs and take corrective actions in case of deviations Handle operational issues and exceptions and ensure timely resolution Escalate structural issues, risks, and recurring defects to the relevant stakeholders Act as a first point of contact for operational queries from junior colleagues and provide informal guidance on complex topics Ensure timely execution of Tax activities aligned with closing calendars and reporting deadlines Process Improvement and Standardization Support standardization and continuous improvement of Indirect Tax processes and procedures jointly with Group Tax (Headquarter) Support the monitoring of legal developments (e.g., new tax regulations and subsequent implementation) Work closely with the B2C process management team and Group Tax (Headquarter) to support continuous improvement of underlying processes Support the rollout of new or changed process designs, systems and tools into the operational line (e.g., support system upgrades and other change management projects) working closely with the OS&S Transform layer Collect improvement ideas and contribute to the operational improvement backlog Participate in pilot activities, testing, and training related to changes impacting the operational line Ensure adherence to compliance standards including local and international tax regulations, accounting standards (IFRS, GAAP), and audit requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education University degree Accounting, Finance, Taxation, Law, or related fields Advanced certifications in Tax (e.g., CTA, CTP, ATP, CPA, CTA, ACCA, or equivalent) are advantageous Relevant vocational education with significant experience may be considered Experience 3–5 years of experience in a process- or function-related operational role Experience working with SAP and tax/reporting systems (e.g., OneStream) Experience performing root-cause analysis and supporting system/process improvement initiatives, including change management (i.e., end user training) Knowledge and skills Strong attention to detail for financial documentation and closing evidence Ability to handle confidential financial records securely Comfortable coordinating with Controlling, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and other finance stakeholders Knowledge of tax compliance, local tax laws and international tax regulations, tax audits, and regulatory reporting Other requirements Solid knowledge of indirect taxes in multiple legislations, transfer pricing, and tax risk management processes Proficiency in SAP, tax systems, reporting tools (e.g., OneStream) and workflows Knowledge of internal controls and audit compliance requirements Knowledge of global tax regulatory developments, BEPS / GloBE / Pillar 2 regulations, and accounting standards Omya is a leading global producer of industrial minerals and a worldwide distributor of specialty materials. Our company was founded 140 years ago and remains a privately-owned, independent company headquartered in Switzerland but with offices and plants in more than 50 countries. When you join Omya, you become part of a global team that uses its creativity, expertise and experience to make a difference to people's lives. Thinking of Tomorrow means focusing on the challenges of the future and how we can develop mineral products to solve them. This is a collaborative environment where people work towards common goals, with a common purpose Our purpose, combined with our values of modesty, courtesy, integrity and perseverance, is the foundation of our business. Our values are relevant to our lives, not just our work. All Omya employees, partners and suppliers are bound by a Code of Conduct which reflects our values and guides our behavior.