Tax Senior / Assistant Manager For Compliance / Transfer Pricing

Grant Thornton Malaysia PLT; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent consulting firm in Johor Bahru seeks Tax Seniors and Assistant Tax Managers for its Tax Compliance and Transfer Pricing teams. Candidates should have a degree or relevant professional qualification, along with 2–4 years of experience in taxation. The role entails preparing tax computations, supervising staff, and providing technical training. This firm offers robust training programs, employee insurance, various social activities, and excellent promotion prospects.

Benefits

Employee insurance coverage – hospitalization and life

Structured training program

Regular sports and social activities

Annual company trip and dinner

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–4 years of relevant experience in the field.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Pleasant personality with integrity and a positive outlook.

Responsibilities

• Prepare corporate and individual tax computations and returns.
• Supervise and coach junior staff in tax compliance.
• Assist clients on compliance requirements and provide training.
• Prepare transfer pricing documentation and strategies.

Skills

Knowledge of corporate and personal income tax laws

Ability to manage multiple engagements

Good command of spoken and written English

Ability to conduct independent research

Experience in tax incentive applications

Knowledge of Malaysian taxation

Education

Degree in a relevant discipline or professional qualification (e.g., ACCA/CIMA)

Job description

Tax Senior / Assistant Manager For Compliance / Transfer Pricing

Due to significant growth in our tax business line, we are looking for Tax Seniors and Assistant Tax Managers to join our dynamic Tax Compliance Team and Transfer Pricing team.

We offer a varied and challenging scope of work, supported by a strong training programme and comprehensive technical resources. External training, as well as regular internal workshops and discussions, will be provided to keep you up to date.

Promotion prospects are excellent.

Responsibilities – Tax Compliance

Prepare corporate and individual tax computations and returns for timely submission to the tax authorities.

Supervise and coach junior staff in tax compliance and tax administration.

Assist and advise clients on compliance requirements.

Provide training and technical guidance to clients and colleagues.

Assist and support in advisory and consultancy work, such as responding to tax audit queries from the Inland Revenue Board (IRB).

Assist in the preparation of transfer pricing documentation, including functional analyses, industry research, and benchmarking studies, and apply the information to assess the client’s position and develop effective transfer pricing strategies.

Be involved in transfer pricing advisory projects and related tasks as and when required.

Supervise and coach junior staff in transfer pricing matters.

Requirements

A degree in a relevant discipline and/or a professional qualification (e.g., ACCA/CIMA).

Minimum 2–4 years of relevant experience in the field.

Ability to manage multiple engagements, work independently with minimal supervision, and meet deadlines.

Knowledge of both corporate and personal income tax laws.

Ability to conduct independent research on tax issues using the tools provided.

Experience in tax incentive applications is an added advantage.

Good command of spoken and written English and Bahasa Malaysia. Proficiency in Mandarin is an added advantage.

Pleasant personality, high integrity, self-motivated, and a positive outlook on life.

Willingness to work in Johor Bahru.

What You Will Get When You Join Us

Employee insurance coverage – hospitalization and life

Structured training programme – e-learning, virtual and physical training, and annual training sessions

Regular sports and social activities

Annual company trip and annual dinner

Invaluable exposure to fast-growing SMEs, multinationals, and listed companies

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Your application will include the following questions:

• How many years' experience do you have in a consulting role?
• How many years' experience do you have as a taxation manager?
• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?
• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• How many years of taxation experience do you have?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?
• How many years' experience do you have in tax law?
• How would you rate your English language skills?

Grant Thornton Malaysia PLT is a member of Grant Thornton International, providing assurance, tax, corporate finance, restructuring, and specialist services to private and public-listed companies. With offices in Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Johor, and Kuantan, and access to over 76,000 professionals in 156 countries, we’re committed to making a difference for our clients, people, and communities.

With our excellent growth, we were awarded ‘Employer of the Year’ in London by the International Accounting Bulletin and Universum's Top 100 Most Attractive Employers in Malaysia. We are also acknowledged as the Most Preferred Graduate Employer in Talentbank’s Graduates’ Choice Awards from 2018 to 2023.

Grant Thornton Malaysia PLT is a member of Grant Thornton International, providing assurance, tax, corporate finance, restructuring, and specialist services to private and public-listed companies. With offices in Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Johor, and Kuantan, and access to over 76,000 professionals in 156 countries, we’re committed to making a difference for our clients, people, and communities.

With our excellent growth, we were awarded ‘Employer of the Year’ in London by the International Accounting Bulletin and Universum's Top 100 Most Attractive Employers in Malaysia. We are also acknowledged as the Most Preferred Graduate Employer in Talentbank’s Graduates’ Choice Awards from 2018 to 2023.