Corporate Tax Jobs in Malaysia
We're tracking 9 live corporate tax roles in Malaysia.
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Seniority spread
- Manager3
- Analyst3
- Director/Head of Tax1
Active opportunities
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Tax Manager
Finance, Accounting & Tax Executive
Tax & Accounts Supervisor
Experienced Associate - Tax (Penang Regional Office)
Tax Associate - Penang
Tax Manager / Assistant Manager
Tax Associate - Johor
Tax Manager
Global Tax Director
About this market
Market context
Corporate Tax in Malaysia refers to the direct tax levied on the profits of companies and other business entities operating within the country. It encompasses the assessment, reporting, and payment of income tax in accordance with the Malaysian Income Tax Act 1967.
The Malaysian Inland Revenue Board (LHDN) is the primary agency responsible for corporate tax administration. The current corporate income tax rate is generally 24% for resident and non-resident companies, with a tiered rate structure for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) where the first RM150,000 of chargeable income is taxed at 15% and the subsequent RM450,000 at 17%. Companies are required to file estimated tax payable and make instalment payments.
What's driving demand
- Foreign Direct Investment (FDI)
- Government Tax Incentives
- Digital Economy Growth
- M&A Activity
Regulatory timeline
Credentials that matter
- Malaysian Institute of Accountants (MIA) Membershipessential
- Malaysian Institute of Taxation (MIT) Membershipessential
- Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)essential
- Chartered Accountant (CA)essential
Skills & tools
Adjacent specialisms
Nearby jurisdictions
Frequently asked
- What is corporate tax in Malaysia?
- Corporate Tax in Malaysia refers to the direct tax levied on the profits of companies and other business entities operating within the country. It encompasses the assessment, reporting, and payment of income tax in accordance with the Malaysian Income Tax Act 1967.
- How does corporate tax work in Malaysia?
- The Malaysian Inland Revenue Board (LHDN) is the primary agency responsible for corporate tax administration. The current corporate income tax rate is generally 24% for resident and non-resident companies, with a tiered rate structure for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) where the first RM150,000 of chargeable income is taxed at 15% and the subsequent RM450,000 at 17%. Companies are required to file estimated tax payable and make instalment payments.
- What credentials matter for Malaysia Corporate Tax roles?
- Employers most often look for: Malaysian Institute of Accountants (MIA) Membership, Malaysian Institute of Taxation (MIT) Membership, Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), Chartered Accountant (CA).
- Which tools and systems appear in Malaysia Corporate Tax job specs?
- Commonly cited: Income Tax Act 1967 interpretation, Tax planning and advisory, Tax compliance and reporting (Form C), Tax audit and investigation support, Transfer pricing principles, LHDN e-Portal, Microsoft Excel, Tax software (e.g., CCH, BDO Tax Software).
- How many Malaysia Corporate Tax roles are live right now?
- 9 live roles on taxjobs.ai.