Tax Compliance Manager

Talent Recruit; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Talent Recruit represents a professional services firm offering accounting, taxation, audit, HR outsourcing, and business consulting. They focus on helping businesses manage finances, streamline HR, and ensure compliance to support growth and efficiency.

The role leads the Tax Compliance Team, overseeing tax computations and filings, developing SOPs, and maintaining strong client relationships to deliver compliant tax solutions.

Qualifications

• ACCA/CPA/CIMA or equivalent certification required.
• At least 5 years of income tax compliance experience with tax team leadership.
• Strong knowledge of Malaysian tax regulations, compliance procedures and reporting.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and review tax computations and filings for compliance.
• Manage preparation and submission of direct tax returns and deadlines.
• Provide expert advice during tax audits and mitigate risks.
• Stay updated on tax laws and ensure company-wide compliance.
• Lead and mentor the Tax Compliance Team.
• Monitor daily operations for efficient workflows.
• Conduct performance reviews and identify development opportunities.
• Develop and maintain SOPs for tax processes.
• Review and update internal controls reflecting regulatory changes.
• Identify opportunities to improve tax processes and service delivery.
• Build relationships with clients to meet tax compliance needs.
• Provide proactive solutions to complex tax-related issues.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication skills

Analytical abilities

Detail-oriented

Client relations

Education

ACCA/CPA/CIMA certification

Tools

Tax software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

We are representing our client, a professional services firm offering accounting, taxation, audit, HR outsourcing, and business consulting. They focus on helping businesses manage finances, streamline HR, and ensure compliance to support growth and efficiency.

• Working hours: Mon - Fri / 9.00am to 6.00pm

Job Responsibilities

• Oversee and review the preparation of tax computations and filings to ensure compliance with local tax laws and regulations.
• Manage the preparation and submission of direct tax returns, ensuring all statutory deadlines are met.
  
• Provide expert advice and support to clients during tax audits, mitigating risks and resolving issues efficiently.
  
• Stay informed on updates to tax laws and regulations and ensure compliance across all operations.
  
• Lead, mentor, and manage the Tax Compliance Team, fostering a high-performance culture.
  
• Monitor and manage daily operations to ensure efficient workflows and resource allocation.
  
• Conduct performance reviews and identify development opportunities for team members.
  
• Develop, document, and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for tax-related work processes.
  
• Regularly review and update internal control procedures to reflect regulatory changes and enhance operational efficiency.
  
• Identify and implement opportunities to improve tax processes and service delivery.
  
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, ensuring their tax compliance needs are met with excellence.
  
• Provide proactive and practical solutions to complex tax-related issues.

Requirements

• Professional certification such as ACCA, CPA, CIMA , or equivalent is mandatory.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in income tax compliance, with a track record of managing a tax team.
  
• Strong knowledge of Malaysian tax regulations, compliance procedures, and reporting requirements.
  
• Proven ability to lead and develop a team, with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  
• Detail-oriented and highly organized, with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  
• Proficiency in relevant tax software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.