Tax Assistant

Stellar Corporate Advisory Pte Ltd; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Stellar Corporate Advisory Pte Ltd is seeking a Tax Associate in Malaysia to support preparation and submission of tax computations and returns for a diversified client portfolio. The role emphasizes meeting deadlines and accurate tax compliance with applicable Malaysian regulations.

You will assist in corporate and individual tax tasks, liaise with clients, and collaborate with senior staff on tax planning and reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation or a related field.
• Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Candidates with relevant tax or accounting experience will have an added advantage.
• Basic knowledge of Malaysian corporate and individual income tax is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing corporate income tax computations and tax returns for various entities.
• Prepare individual income tax computations and tax returns where applicable.
• Support submission of estimated tax payable and revised tax estimates.
• Monitor tax filing deadlines and maintain records of submissions and correspondence.
• Prepare withholding tax forms and supporting documents.
• Assist with Sales and Service Tax matters including registration and compliance review.
• Assist clients with Malaysian e-Invoice implementation and compliance matters.
• Prepare tax schedules, reconciliations based on clients' accounting records.
• Liaise with clients to obtain information required for tax assignments.
• Communicate with the Inland Revenue Board of Malaysia and authorities on routine tax matters.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Numerical accuracy

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Finance/Taxation

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Tax software

Job description

The Tax Associate is responsible for assisting in the preparation and submission of tax computations, tax returns and other statutory filings for a portfolio of clients. The role involves supporting clients in meeting their Malaysian tax obligations and ensuring that all assignments are completed accurately and within the required deadlines.

Key responsibilities

Prepare corporate income tax computations and tax returns for companies, partnerships and other business entities.

Prepare individual income tax computations and tax returns, where applicable.

Assist with the preparation and submission of estimated tax payable and revised tax estimates.

Monitor tax filing deadlines and maintain proper records of tax submissions and correspondence.

Prepare and submit withholding tax forms and related supporting documents.

Assist with Sales and Service Tax matters, including registration, return preparation and compliance review.

Assist clients with Malaysian e-Invoice implementation and compliance matters, where applicable.

Prepare tax schedules, supporting documents and reconciliations based on clients' accounting records.

Liaise with clients to obtain information and documents required for tax assignments.

Communicate with the Inland Revenue Board of Malaysia and other relevant authorities on routine tax matters.

About you

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation or a related field.

Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.

Candidates with relevant tax or accounting experience will have an added advantage.

Basic knowledge of Malaysian corporate and individual income tax is preferred.

Familiarity with accounting software, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.

Good written and verbal communication skills in English and Bahasa Malaysia.

Strong attention to detail and ability to work accurately with numerical information.

Good organisational and time-management skills.

Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet statutory deadlines.

Able to work independently and as part of a team.