Analyst, Taxation
Posted On : August 12, 2025
Location : Kuala Lumpur
Job Function : Finance & Accounting
Employment Type : Permanent
The position reports directly to the Tax Seniors and Managers where the main responsibilities include delivery and support in fulfilling Malaysia tax compliance reporting requirements to the tax authorities, Joint Venture (JV) partners and head office. This role is also required to work closely with other teams within the finance department and other departments within the Company to support all reporting requirements .
Primary accountabilities :
- Accounting analysis, compiling information for compliance of Petroleum Income Tax, Corporate Income Tax, Sabah State Sales Tax, Service Tax on Imported Taxable Service, Withholding Tax.
- Compiling information for tax reporting for submission to head office.
- Tax input for cash flow forecast purpose.
- Withholding tax submission and payment. Process payments for the tax team.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Petroleum and Corporate Income TaxAnalyze General Ledger transactions by reference to source documents, compiling information from Business Unit users as input for preparation of petroleum and company income tax computations on monthly basis.Work closely with colleagues from various departments to obtain accurate and reliable information for preparation of tax computations.Preparation of computations, returns forms for annual tax filings to Malaysian Inland Revenue Board (MIRB).Compile data for computation of tax estimates.Process payments for tax instalment, Service tax, Sabah Sales Tax, Withholding tax, as well as payments for invoices from external consultants.Liaise with MIRB, RMCD, on tax related matters.Assist in applying for utilisation of tax credit to offset against tax payments and apply for tax refund.Extract source documents from System or from BU as justification / supporting documents during audit.Liaise with Production Sharing Contract (PSC) partners to request information for petroleum income tax computation purpose.Tax Accounting and Tax ReportingPrepare monthly tax provision for both current and deferred taxes and propose the tax entries for booking into accounting system.Prepare quarterly tax questionnaires (tax reporting) submission to head office on current & deferred taxes and tax rate reconciliation.Prepare tax receivable, tax payable and deferred tax continuity.Compile information and details from Finance colleagues to prepare monthly tax reporting for submission to head office in respect of statutory payments to governments.Compare tax numbers between provision and actual tax returns, prepare True Up calculation for Senior’s review before booking.Service TaxPrepare service tax computation return form and payment request in respect of Service Tax on Imported Taxable Service for monthly submission and payment to Royal Malaysian Customs Department.Withholding TaxProvide advice on withholding tax treatment to Business Unit users.Check in SUN System for payments or deemed payment via crediting to non-resident vendor.Prepare withholding tax return and payment request for submission to MIRB.Sabah State Sales Tax (“SbST”)Estimate SbST payable upon lifting;Preparation of SbST returns;Payment process and filing of returns, correspondence with Sabah MOF;Prepare revised returns upon receipt of reference price from Sabah MOF.REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS
Possess a bachelor’s degree in Relevant tax or accounting professional qualification – degree from recognized universities or equivalent holder (e.g. ACCA, MACPA, CIMA etc.).At least 2 years in the field of accounting / taxation with experience in large accounting firms is preferred.Strong knowledge of IFRS, MFRS and accounting and applied financial theory would be a strong plus.Experience in SAP and Microsoft Office (e.g. Excel, Word) applications would be a strong plus.Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skill in English and Bahasa Malaysia.Self-motivated with strong analytical and financial analysis capabilities.High attention to detail and the ability to work independently.Able to work cooperatively with all levels of staff, in a team, and across departments.Capable of thriving in a fast-moving environment with a positive and proactive attitude.Apply Now
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