Senior Tax Accountant

Kerry Group plc; Kuala Lumpur; Hybrid; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global company is seeking a Senior Tax Accountant to manage corporate tax compliance across the APAC region. The role involves coordinating with regional entities, ensuring accurate tax filings, and supporting strategic planning initiatives. Ideal candidates will possess a strong accounting background, relevant qualifications, and at least 5 years' experience in tax-related roles.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in tax-related roles.
• Experience in overseas tax jurisdictions is a strong advantage.
• Familiarity with transfer pricing rules preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage the corporate tax compliance function for Kerry entities in APAC.
• Review tax returns and tax-related disclosures.
• Support strategic tax planning initiatives.

Skills

Knowledge of Malaysian taxation

Tax advisory experience

Proficient in English

Attention to detail

Strong accounting foundation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting

ACCA or CPA (preferred)

Job description

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Requisition ID: 59684
Position Type: FT Permanent
Workplace Arrangement: #LI-Hybrid

Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.

About the role

The Senior Tax Accountant will be responsible for managing the corporate tax compliance function for Kerry entities across the APAC region. This role involves close coordination with regional entities to support internal reporting requirements, ensuring the accuracy of tax filings and statutory disclosures, and managing interactions with tax authorities.

Reporting to : Tax Manager

Key responsibilities

• Manage the corporate tax compliance function for Kerry entities within the APAC region
• Coordinate and liaise with Kerry entities on their internal tax reporting matters
• Review tax returns and tax-related disclosures in the statutory financial statements of APAC entities
• Manage revenue audits, working closely with both Kerry entities and the Head Office throughout the process
• Support the implementation of strategic tax planning initiatives across the region
• Provide assistance in mergers and acquisition (M&A) activities within the region

Qualifications and skills

• In-depth knowledge of Malaysian taxation; experience in overseas tax jurisdictions will be a strong advantage
• Proven experience in tax advisory
• Familiarity with transfer pricing rules and preparation of documentation is preferred
• Strong accounting foundation
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, with a professional qualification such as ACCA, CPA, or equivalent preferred
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in tax-related roles
• Excellent proficiency in written and spoken English, with strong communication, report writing, and computer literacy
• Proactive, resourceful, and innovative, with strong attention to detail
• Able to work well both independently and as part of a collaborative team in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Energetic and enthusiastic, with a positive and solutions-oriented mindset

Beware of scams online or from individuals claiming to represent us. A Kerry employee will not solicit candidates through a non-Kerry email address or phone number. In addition, Kerry does not currently utilise video chat rooms (e.g., Google Hangouts) to conduct interviews. Refuse any request that asks you to provide payment to participate in the hiring process (e.g., purchasing a “starter kit,” investing in training, or something similar). Kerry will not ask you to pay any money at any point in the hiring process with the exception of reimbursable travel expenses. In addition, any payments made by Kerry will be from official firm accounts bearing the Kerry name.