Taxation Manager: Compliance, Planning & Audits

Hibiscus Petroleum; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Hibiscus Petroleum seeks a Manager, Taxation to lead a tax team in Kuala Lumpur. You will drive compliance with Petroleum Income Tax and Corporate Income Tax, coordinate with JV partners and authorities, and guide tax planning, audit defense and advisory support across Finance.

You will mentor staff, manage tax risk, and ensure timely reporting while collaborating with global colleagues on tax strategy and cross‑border projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in tax or accounting-related field.
• 15–20 years of experience in accounting/taxation, preferably with large firms.
• Knowledge of hydrocarbon allocation from terminal to reservoir.
• Strong commercial awareness and leadership ability.
• Proficiency in Petroleum Income Tax Act, Income Tax Act and Transfer Pricing guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of analysts to ensure compliance with Malaysia tax reporting to IRB and JV partners.
• Manage tax returns: PITA, CITA, Service Tax, Sabah Tax and Withholding Tax and related estimates.
• Provide tax planning, forecasting and advisory support to internal departments.
• Liaise with authorities and external consultants on audits and disputes.
• Oversee tax accounting and monthly/quarterly tax reporting and risk management.

Skills

Leadership

Taxation

Stakeholder management

Team management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Taxation

ACCA/MACPA/CIMA or equivalent

Job description

Hibiscus Petroleum seeks a Manager, Taxation to lead a tax team in Kuala Lumpur. You will drive compliance with Petroleum Income Tax and Corporate Income Tax, coordinate with JV partners and authorities, and guide tax planning, audit defense and advisory support across Finance.

You will mentor staff, manage tax risk, and ensure timely reporting while collaborating with global colleagues on tax strategy and cross‑border projects.