Senior Tax Accountant

Ably Resources; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the oil and gas industry is seeking a Senior Tax Accountant to join their Kuala Lumpur office on a contract basis. The successful candidate will manage tax compliance, prepare tax returns, and liaise with tax authorities while contributing to a dynamic team in a rewarding environment. With a recognized accounting degree and 10 years of relevant experience, this role presents an excellent opportunity for career growth.

Qualifications

• Recognized degree in Accounting or professional qualification in accounting.
• Minimum 10 years experience in oil and gas.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with Inland Revenue regulations and maintain monthly tax movements.
• Compile information for yearly submission of Petroleum and Corporate Income Tax returns.
• Prepare returns for Indirect Taxes applicable to the business.

Skills

Tax compliance

Communication

Education

Degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP Accounting Systems

Job description

We are looking to hire a Senior Tax Accountant to join our large oil and gas client on a one to two-year contract.. This role is based in their KL Office and falls under the Finance and Accounting Section. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with Inland Revenue regulations and other tax-related requirements, managing tax filings, and maintaining monthly tax movements.

Key Objectives:

• Ensure compliance with Inland Revenue regulations and other tax-related requirements.
• Maintain monthly tax movements, including current and deferred tax.

Principal Accountabilities:

• Compile information and prepare tax computations for yearly submission of Petroleum and Corporate Income Tax returns.
• Prepare tax true-up analysis after-tax return submission.
• Prepare 6th and 9th-month revisions to the Petroleum and Corporate Income Tax Instalment Plan.
• Ensure timely payment of monthly tax instalments.
• Prepare monthly current and deferred tax accruals for Petroleum tax provision and perform monthly reconciliation.
• Prepare returns for Indirect Taxes applicable to the business, such as Sales and Service Tax and Sarawak Sales Tax.
• Liaise with Tax Authorities on various tax audits and finalize audits within the stipulated timeframe.
• Conduct tax research and develop an understanding of tax implications from various tax rulings.
• Assist in other tax and accounting-related matters as required by the Finance Manager or Home Office.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Recognized degree in Accounting or professional qualification in accounting.
• Knowledge of tax computation preparation for the oil and gas industry.
• Familiarity with both Petroleum and Corporate Income Tax Acts.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision and meet deadlines with accurate information.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant working experience in oil and gas.
• Proficient in oral and written communication in English.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Knowledge of SAP accounting systems is an added advantage.

If you meet the above qualifications and are eager to contribute to a dynamic team in the oil and gas industry, we encourage you to apply. This is an excellent opportunity to grow your career in a challenging and rewarding environment.

How to Apply: Please send your resume outlining your qualifications and experience.

Please note that due to the high volume of applications, we can only respond to successful applicants.