finance and tax manager

Overview

Who you'll be working for

What requirements you'll need to be eligible

• Bachelor's Degree or above in finance, accounting, taxation, or related fields.
• Professional qualifications (ACCA/CPA/ICAEW/MICPA/ CIMA) or tax-related qualifications will be given priority.
• More than 5 years of relevant work experience in Malaysian finance/taxation, familiar with the tax treatment of the trade industry (import and export, entrepot trade) and intangible assets.
• Proficient in accounting software (such as AutoCount, SQL Accounting, QuickBooks, etc.) and Excel.
• Proficient in Malaysian tax laws (such as ITA 1967, SST Act 2018) and accounting standards.
• Have knowledge of cross-border trade taxation (such as transfer pricing, application of double taxation agreements).
• Meticulous and rigorous, with a high sense of responsibility and compliance awareness.
• Good communication skills and team cooperation spirit.

What you'll be doing on the job

• Oversee full set of accounts (GL, AP, AR) 
• Prepare monthly management accounts and annual financial statements 
• Ensure compliance with Malaysian Financial Reporting Standards (MFRS) 
• Handle year-end closing and consolidation (if applicable) 
• Maintain proper accounting records in accordance with Companies Act 2016 
• Complete the tax declarations of Malaysian corporate income tax (CIT), sales and service tax (SST), withholding tax, etc. on time.
• Be familiar with the tax treatment of import and export trade, entrepot trade, and the import of intangible assets/services (such as GST/SST exemptions, customs duties, etc.).
• Assist in tax planning, optimize the company's tax structure, and ensure compliance while reducing tax risks.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements in Malaysia 
• Coordinate with external auditors, tax agents, and company secretaries 
• Prepare audit schedules and supporting documents 
• Ensure no major audit findings or penalties
• Liaise with bankers, auditors, tax authorities, and government agencies. 
• Assist in handling matters related to banks, customs, tax authorities, etc.
• Collaborate with the business team to complete the financial docking of cross-border transactions.

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