Tax Accountant

Rimbunan Sawit Berhad; Sarawak; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Rimbunan Sawit Berhad is seeking a Tax Accountant to manage tax compliance and reporting from our Sarawak on-site office. The role involves preparing and reviewing tax returns, ensuring adherence to local tax laws, and coordinating with accounting teams to optimize tax positions.

Candidates should have a strong foundation in tax and accounting, with a Bachelor's degree and CPA/ACCA considered an advantage. Excellent English communication and on-site capability in Sarawak are required.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated skills in Tax Compliance and Tax Preparation.
• Strong understanding of tax regulations and standards.
• Proficiency with financial statements analysis, reconciliation, and reporting for tax purposes.
• Ability to work on-site in Sarawak, Malaysia.
• Good written and verbal English; local languages a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review corporate tax returns.
• Ensure compliance with local tax laws and regulations.
• Manage tax reporting timelines and accuracy.
• Analyze financial statements for tax implications.
• Support internal and external tax audits and policies.

Skills

Tax Compliance

Tax Preparation

Analytical Skills

Attention to Detail

English Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA or ACCA certification (advantage)

Job description

Company Description

Rimbunan Sawit Berhad is a plantation-oriented public listed company focused on the cultivation of oil palm, processing of palm oil, and related ancillary activities. The organization is committed to sustainable growth and operational excellence within the agribusiness and plantation sectors. With an active expansion program, the company offers opportunities for career progression and professional development. Rimbunan Sawit Berhad aims to become a leading agribusiness and plantation company in the Asia Pacific region, welcoming individuals who wish to contribute to this ambition.

Role Description

The Tax Accountant is a full-time, on-site role based in Sarawak, Malaysia. This role is responsible for preparing and reviewing tax returns, ensuring compliance with local tax laws and regulations, and managing tax reporting timelines. Day-to-day tasks include analyzing financial statements for tax implications, maintaining accurate tax records, and supporting internal and external tax audits. The Tax Accountant will collaborate with the accounting and finance teams to optimize tax positions, provide tax-related advice, and assist with the implementation of tax policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated skills in Tax Compliance and Tax Preparation, with a strong understanding of relevant tax regulations and standards.
• Solid foundation in Tax and Accounting, with the ability to interpret and apply tax laws to business operations.
• Proficiency in working with Financial Statements, including analysis, reconciliation, and reporting for tax purposes.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; professional certification (e.g., CPA, ACCA) is an advantage.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Ability to work on-site in Sarawak, Malaysia, and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Good written and verbal communication skills in English; proficiency in local languages is an added benefit.
• Prior experience in taxation within the plantation, agribusiness, or related industries is an advantage.