Job description
Join China Telecom as a Regional Tax Officer / Assistant Tax Manager in Kuala Lumpur. In this high-impact role, you will drive tax compliance, planning, and advisory across the Malaysia region and neighboring markets. You’ll work in a dynamic, agile finance team supporting strategic business decisions for a leading technology and communications group. This is a hands-on position ideal for a tolling tax professional who thrives in a fast-paced, multinational environment.
We are seeking a detail-oriented tax professional who can navigate complex tax rules in Malaysia and the broader Southeast Asia region. The successful candidate will combine strong analytical skills with business acumen to ensure tax compliance, optimize tax positions, and support management with timely, accurate insights. Your work will help maximize tax efficiency while maintaining rigorous governance and risk management across the regional footprint.
The Regional Tax Officer / Assistant Tax Manager will be responsible for ensuring compliance with Malaysia SST, corporate tax, and transfer pricing policies, while supporting tax planning and reporting for the regional operations. You will work closely with finance, legal, and business units to drive accurate tax results and risk management. This role offers clear visibility into regional tax matters and opportunities to contribute to the company’s strategic goals.
We offer a collaborative, fast-paced environment with opportunities to develop specialist tax expertise in a multinational technology company. The right candidate will have strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to balance multiple priorities in an agile setting.
Responsibility
- Lead regional tax compliance for Malaysia and neighboring markets, ensuring timely and accurate filings.
- Prepare and review corporate tax returns, tax computations, and related schedules for regional entities.
- Monitor changes in Malaysian tax laws (SST, corporate tax, transfer pricing) and advise on impacts and implementation.
- Coordinate with external auditors and tax authorities; respond to tax audits with robust documentation.
- Support transfer pricing documentation, policy development, and intercompany transaction compliance across the region.
- Drive tax planning initiatives to optimize cash flow and tax efficiency while maintaining governance standards.
- Collaborate with Finance, Legal, and Business Units to embed tax considerations in budgeting and strategic decisions.
Qualification
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Taxation, Finance, or a related field; professional qualifications (CPA/ACCA) preferred.
- 3-7 years of relevant tax experience, with corporate tax and regional exposure in Southeast Asia highly desirable.
- Strong knowledge of Malaysia tax laws, SST, transfer pricing rules, and tax incentives.
- Experience handling tax audits and interacting with tax authorities; ability to manage multiple audits simultaneously.
- Proficiency with tax software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and advanced Excel skills.
- Excellent communication skills in English and Malay; proven ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment.