Tax Senior / Assistant Manager For Compliance / Transfer Pricing

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

Job summary

Join a dynamic Tax Compliance and Transfer Pricing team at a leading firm known for its commitment to excellence and employee development. This role offers a variety of challenging tasks, including preparing tax computations, supervising staff, and advising clients on compliance. With a strong training program and excellent promotion prospects, you will thrive in a supportive environment that values integrity and growth. If you are passionate about tax and eager to make a difference, this opportunity in Johor Bahru is perfect for you.

Benefits

Employee insurance coverage – hospitalization and life

Structured training programme

Regular sports and social activities

Annual company trip

Annual dinner

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in tax compliance and advisory.
• Ability to manage multiple engagements and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare corporate and individual tax computations and returns.
• Supervise and coach junior staff in tax compliance.
• Assist clients with compliance requirements and advisory work.

Skills

Tax Compliance

Tax Advisory

Research Skills

English Proficiency

Bahasa Malaysia Proficiency

Mandarin Proficiency

Education

Degree in relevant discipline

ACCA/CIMA qualification

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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The world rankings survey 2023, published annually by International Accounting Bulletin (IAB), reveals that Grant Thornton’s sparkling performance at 6th placed globally. Grant Thornton Malaysia PLT is a member firm of Grant Thornton International Ltd and provides assurance, tax, corporate finance, restructuring, and other specialist services to private and publicly listed companies. With four offices across Malaysia – Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Johor, and Kuantan and access to over 68,000 Grant Thornton people, across 130 countries, we are focused on making a difference to clients, colleagues, and the communities in which we live and work.

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With Grant Thornton's excellent growth, we have been awarded the ‘Employer of the Year’ at an award ceremony in London hosted by the International Accounting Bulletin and Universum named Top 100 Most Attractive Employers in Malaysia. Grant Thornton was also acknowledged as the Most Preferred Graduate Employer in Talentbank’s Graduates’ Choice Awards from year 2018 to 2023.