Tax Manager (PwC Acceleration Center Kuala Lumpur)

PwC - Global; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global firm in tax consulting is seeking an experienced Manager to join their Kuala Lumpur team. The role involves advising clients on tax compliance and strategy, preparing corporate tax returns, and ensuring adherence to regulations. Candidates should possess strong analytical and leadership skills, alongside a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and relevant certifications, to excel in this dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in tax compliance.
• Oral and written proficiency in English is required.
• CPA or equivalent professional certification expected.

Responsibilities

• Review and file tax returns, ensuring compliance.
• Prepare US Corporate tax returns and maintain workpapers.
• Supervise deliverables and partake in training modules.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Communication

Project Management

Corporate Tax Planning

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting

Tools

CCH

IRA Checkpoint

Bloomberg

Job description

Line of Service

Tax

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

General Tax Consulting

Management Level

Manager

Job Description & Summary

At PwC, our people in tax services focus on providing advice and guidance to clients on tax planning, compliance, and strategy. These individuals help businesses navigate complex tax regulations and optimise their tax positions.

Those in tax compliance at PwC will focus on validating clients' compliance with tax laws and regulations. You will review and analyse financial data, prepare and file tax returns, and assist businesses in meeting their tax obligations while minimising risks of non-compliance.

To really stand out and make us fit for the future in a constantly changing world, each and every one of us at PwC needs to be a purpose-led and values -driven leader at every level. To help us achieve this we have the PwC Professional; our global leadership development framework. It gives us a single set of expectations across our lines, geographies and career paths, and provides transparency on the skills we need as individuals to be successful and progress in our careers, now and in the future.

As a Manager , you'll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. PwC Professional skills and responsibilities for this management level include but are not limited to:

• Use feedback and reflection to develop self awareness , personal strengths and address development areas.

• Demonstrate critical thinking and the ability to bring order to unstructured problems.

• Use a broad range of tools and techniques to extract insights from current industry or sector trends.

• Preparation and Review of US Corporate, Operating Partnership, State tax returns (Form 1120 etc )

• Maintain general concepts of US corporate and Partnership tax and the tax compliance process,including workpapers, 1120, 1065, state returns

• Working experience on ITS forms and Amended returns is an added advantage

• Maintain a general understanding of US Tax technical concepts and ability to perform tax research

• Responsible for self-review of deliverables before handing them to Assistant Manager

• Attentive participation in US Corporate Tax training modules and on the job training

• Should be proficient in using Tax research tools viz CCH, IRA Checkpoint, Bloomberg etc

• Track daily assignments, provide periodic status updates on ongoing deliverables, and coordinate with other team members to meet internal and client deadlines

• Uphold the firm's code of ethics and business conduct.

• Minimum a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting

• Professional papers such as Chartered Accountant or equivalent (such as ICAEW / ACCA / MICPA-CAANZ/ CPA Australia/CPA US).

• In Tax, promotion to Manager requires the holding of an active primary credential of either (1) US CPA or foreign equivalent or (2) US Enrolled Agent in good standing with an appropriate regulatory body or (3) a Firm approved Secondary Credential

• Interest to pursue professional papers for future progression

• Minimum Years of Experience: 5 year(s)

• Oral and written proficiency in English required

• Strong leadership, teamwork and client servicing skills

• Strong communication skills in both oral and written English

Additional Application Instructions
Please attach the following documents along with your CV when you submit an online application:

• Academic Certificates and Transcripts, from SPM onwards (or equivalent)

• A copy of your NRIC or passport

• Recent passport size photo

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Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)

Degrees/Field of Study required: Degrees/Field of Study preferred:

Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)

Required Skills

Optional Skills

Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Accounting Practices, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Coaching and Feedback, Communication, Corporate Tax Planning, Creativity, Drafting Tax Documents, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Financial Audit, Financial Review, Financial Statement Analysis, Inclusion, Intellectual Curiosity, Learning Agility, Monitoring and Analyzing Financial Trends, Optimism, Preparing Tax Documents, Professional Courage, Project Management, Regulatory Compliance Consulting {+ 14 more}

Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)

Travel Requirements

Not Specified

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

No

Government Clearance Required?

Yes

Job Posting End Date

June 13, 2025