Tax Consultant/ Senior Tax Consultant / Tax AM (Johor Bahru)

KPMG in Malaysia; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services company in Malaysia seeks an advisor in their Indirect Tax Practice. The role involves advising on indirect tax matters, preparing tax returns, and mentoring junior staff. Candidates should possess a degree in Economics, Accounting, or Finance, with strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Recognized university degree or professional qualification in related fields.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist Directors and Managers in client assignments.
• Provide advice on indirect tax matters.
• Prepare and review tax returns and declarations.
• Guide and mentor junior team members.

Skills

Analytical skills

Self-motivated

Organizational skills

Communication

Education

Degree in Economics / Accounting / Finance

Professional qualification from recognized accounting body

Job description

Descriptions

KPMG Indirect Tax Practice offers a broad range of professional services which includes all Indirect Tax matters, covering Sales Tax, Service Tax, Customs duties and Goods and Services Tax (GST). We also cover the Price Control and Anti Profiteering legislation. Our clients are from a wide range of industries such as the manufacturing, utilities, hotels and infrastructure industries. Our ITP professionals are well trained to render value added advice to our clients.

Responsibilities

• Assist Directors, Associate Directors and Managers in the performance of assignments for related portfolio of clients.
• Able to provide advice on indirect tax matters including assessment of taxability, registration, exemptions and structuring.
• Prepare/ review the Sales Tax and Service Tax returns/ declarations.
• Guide and mentor junior team members.
• Work as a team on specific client engagements/ advisory projects.

Requirements

• A recognized university degree or a professional qualification in Economics / Accounting / Finance or a member of a recognized professional accounting / taxation body.
• Capable of working independently whilst being part of a team and produce results in a fast-changing environment.
• Must be analytical, self-motivated, organized, and able to multi-task and work independently.
• Must be a team player to work in a robust team of multi-disciplinary professionals.
• Must be able to assist in research to support project and practice development works, presentations, and proposal development.
• Ability to communicate in a concise and effective manner.

Closing Date: Dec. 31, 2025

For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below.

Candidates must be resident in Malaysia, or have the right to work in Malaysia.