Tax Analyst-1

Zebra Technologies Malaysia Sdn Bhd; Penang; Hybrid; MYR 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Flexible hours

Well-being day

Job summary

Zebra Technologies Malaysia Sdn Bhd in Penang is hiring a Tax Analyst I to support end-to-end indirect tax compliance, reporting and operations across multiple jurisdictions. You will help prepare returns, file submissions, and maintain tax records.

The role involves assisting with audits, liaising with tax authorities, testing indirect tax tools, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimise tax processes while upholding accuracy and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Support indirect tax compliance activities including GST, VAT, JCT, SST and other taxes.
• Prepare and file indirect tax returns for multiple jurisdictions with timely, compliant submissions.
• Review and reconcile indirect tax payments, refunds and tax carry-forwards.
• Prepare and post monthly/quarterly journal entries for period close.
• Monitor outstanding tax refunds and follow up with tax authorities.
• Assist audits and prepare responses to inquiries from authorities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on tax-related operations.
• Assist with indirect tax planning initiatives and risk management.
• Research and document changes in indirect tax laws and implications.
• Identify process improvements to enhance tax compliance efficiency.
• Participate in tax projects (e.g., electronic invoicing) and liaise with consultants.

Responsibilities

• Support indirect tax compliance activities, including GST, VAT, JCT, SST and other taxes.
• Prepare and file indirect tax returns for multiple jurisdictions, ensuring timely, compliant and accurate submissions.
• Review and perform reconciliation of indirect tax payments, tax refunds and tax credit carry-forward balances.
• Prepare and post monthly/quarterly journal entries necessary for the financial period close.
• Monitor, track and follow-up on outstanding tax refunds with tax authorities.
• Support indirect tax audits and assist in preparing responses to inquiries from tax authorities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support day-to-day business operations from a tax perspective.
• Assist in indirect tax planning initiatives and tax risk management.
• Research, monitor and document changes and/or development in indirect tax laws and regulations and its corresponding implications.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance tax compliance efficiency.
• Participate in tax projects (e.g. electronic invoicing) and liaise with external tax consultants and tax authorities.
• Assist in User Acceptance Testing for indirect tax tools by running test scenarios, validating output/input tax calculations and tracking defects.
• Support the Tax Manager on ad-hoc duties and special projects from time to time as required.

Job description

Overview

At Zebra, we are a community of innovators who come together to create new ways of working. United by curiosity and a culture of caring, we develop smart solutions that anticipate our customer's and partner's needs and solve their challenges. Being part of Zebra Nation means you are seen, heard, valued, and respected. Drawing from our unique perspectives, we collaborate to deliver on our purpose. Here you are part of a team pushing boundaries today to redefine the work of tomorrow for organizations, their employees, and those they serve. You'll have opportunities to learn and lead in a forward-thinking environment, defining your path to a fulfilling career while channeling your skills toward causes you care about - locally and globally. Come make an impact every day at Zebra.

What We're Looking For

The Tax Analyst I is responsible for supporting the end-to-end execution of indirect tax compliance, reporting and operational activities. This includes assist with indirect tax returns preparation, filing and reconciliation as well as provide support for indirect tax projects and audits.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Support indirect tax compliance activities, including GST, VAT, JCT, SST and other applicable transaction taxes.
• Prepare and file indirect tax returns for multiple jurisdictions, ensuring timely, compliant and accurate submissions.
• Review and perform reconciliation of indirect tax payments, tax refunds and tax credit carry-forward balances.
• Prepare and maintain records of indirect tax ledger accounts; reconcile balance sheet account and investigate reconciling items.
• Prepare and post monthly/quarterly journal entries necessary for the financial period close.
• Monitor, track and follow-up on outstanding tax refunds with tax authorities.
• Support indirect tax audits and assist in preparing responses to inquiries from tax authorities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support day-to-day business operations from a tax perspective.
• Assist with indirect tax planning initiatives and tax risk management.
• Research, monitor and document changes and/or development in indirect tax laws and regulations and its corresponding implications.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance tax compliance efficiency.
• Participate in tax projects (e.g. electronic invoicing) and liaise with external tax consultants and tax authorities.
• Assist in User Acceptance Testing for indirect tax tools by running test scenarios, validating output/input tax calculations and tracking defects.
• Support the Tax Manager on ad-hoc duties and special projects from time to time as required.

Benefits

• We understand the importance of work-life balance and wellbeing, which is why we offer flexibility for our teams including: hybrid work, adaptable hours, Summer Flex Fridays, Focus Fridays, and an annual companywide well-being day to promote revitalization and success.

About Zebra

Zebra provides the foundation for intelligent operations with an award-winning portfolio of connected frontline, asset visibility and automation solutions. Organizations globally across retail, manufacturing, transportation, logistics, healthcare, and other industries rely on us to deliver outcomes today while driving innovation for what's next. Together with our partners, we create new ways of working that improve productivity and empower organizations to be better every day. Learn more at zebra.com.