Tax & Accounts Supervisor

The Tax & Accounts Supervisor will oversee and drive a portfolio of outsourced accounting and tax engagements, ensuring high-quality and timely delivery. This role balances technical execution with leadership, involving the supervision of junior associates, provision of strategic tax advisory, and maintenance of robust client relationships - all while ensuring full compliance with Malaysian regulatory frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

1. Tax Compliance & Advisory

• Portfolio Execution: Lead personal and corporate (Sdn Bhd and LLP) tax compliance assignments, managing tax computations, estimates, and filings under tight deadlines.
• Strategic Advisory: Resolve complex tax-related matters and deliver practical, tailored tax solutions to clients.
• Regulatory Compliance: Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Malaysian corporate tax laws to ensure full client compliance.
• Stakeholder Liaison: Represent clients and the firm in communications with tax authorities and regulatory bodies.

2. Accounting Management

• Oversight & Accuracy: Supervise accounting and bookkeeping workflows to guarantee the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of financial records.
• Client Advisory: Partner with clients to understand their unique business operations and provide tailored accounting and operational strategies.
• Integrated Delivery: Collaborate closely with the broader team to provide clients with seamless accounting, tax, and consulting services.

3. Team Leadership & Development

• Mentorship & Coaching: Direct and mentor junior associates, providing continuous on-the-job training and technical guidance to foster career growth.
• Quality Control: Review working papers and outputs to ensure absolute compliance with internal firm standards and professional regulations.
• Performance Support: Monitor workflow progress, optimize resource allocation, and assist management with performance evaluations.

4. Process Optimization & Innovation

• Efficiency Drive: Identify operational gaps and recommend actionable improvements to enhance workflow efficiency and service delivery.
• Systems Integration: Support the adoption and implementation of modern accounting tools, cloud software, and workflow enhancements.

Requirements

• Degree in Accounting from a recognised university or professional qualification in accounting or taxation.
• Professional accounting qualification (e.g. CPA, CTIM, ACCA) and strong technical knowledge is an added advantage.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant working experience in tax and/or accounting industry.
• Proven track record of effectively managing accounts and tax engagements.
• Experience in outsourced accounting, tax practice, or professional services firm is preferred.
• Strong technical ability in Malaysian tax and accounting standards.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong leadership and supervisory capabilities.
• Good interpersonal skills with ability to manage client relationships effectively.
• Ability to work independently and also as a strong team player.
• Strong organisational skills with ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Good verbal and written communication skills in English and Bahasa Malaysia.
• Ability to communicate in Mandarin is an added advantage.
• Computer literate with strong knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Proficient in tax software (e.g. Superior Tax Comp).
• Familiar with accounting software such as AutoCount, Bukku, Xero and other similar systems.