Manager - Finance (COE - Direct & Indirect Tax Management)

Job Description

POSITION GENERAL SUMMARY

Lead and manage the tax function within the Finance Centre of Excellence (COE), encompassing both direct and indirect taxation. The role focuses on ensuring full compliance with tax laws and regulations, providing strategic tax advisory support to business units, and driving tax efficiency across the Group. The incumbent will also act as a key liaison with tax authorities, external advisors, and internal stakeholders to strengthen tax governance, mitigate risks, and support business growth through sound tax planning.

ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS

1. Tax Compliance and ReportingOversee accurate and timely filing of all tax returns (corporate income tax, SST, withholding tax, and other relevant taxes).

Review tax computations, deferred tax, and tax provisions for financial reporting and audit purposes.

Ensure Group-wide compliance with all statutory requirements and internal tax policies.

Ensure Group compliance to the Global Minimum Tax (GMT) and Cross border Country reporting (CbCr).

Manage tax audits, investigations, and correspondence with tax authorities.

2. Tax Advisory and PlanningProvide strategic tax advice on business transactions, projects, and restructuring activities.

Evaluate and implement tax incentives, exemptions, and deductions to optimize the Group's tax position.

Conduct technical analysis on new laws and public rulings; assess their business impact and develop response strategies.

3. Transfer Pricing and Cross-Border MattersOversee the preparation of transfer pricing documentation in compliance with Malaysian and OECD guidelines.

Support intercompany pricing arrangements and ensure alignment with Group policy.

Management of intercompany transactions and policies (covers outside and local country).

Support on cross-border tax implications and treaty-related matters.

4. Governance, Policy, and Risk ManagementStrengthen tax governance (all contracts, agreements, and etc.) through continuous improvement