At AIA we’ve started an exciting movement to create a healthier, more sustainable future for everyone.

It’s about finding new ways to not only better people's lives, but to better the communities and environments we live in. Encompassing our ambition of helping a billion people live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives by 2030.

And to get there, we need ambitious people who believe in playing an important part in shaping that future. People seeking unmatched career and personal growth opportunities, who are driven to work with, and learn from some of the most inspiring and supportive leaders in the business.

Sound like you? Then read on.

About the Role

Assist to manage the tax function by ensuring compliance with local tax regulations and optimize tax efficiency covering direct and indirect tax by liaising closely with tax outsourced partners and external tax consultants.

Thank you for your interest in the Tax Specialist position at AIA. As a valued member of our Finance/Insurance team in Malaysia, you will have the exceptional opportunity to contribute to our mission of building a healthier, more sustainable future for everyone. At AIA, we are committed to helping a billion people live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives by 2030, and you will play a vital role in advancing this movement.

Roles and Responsibilities

1. Direct Tax

Manage local tax reporting to ensure compliance with local statutory requirements. The tax reporting includes review of current tax and deferred tax computation, tax estimates and tax return submission.Manage AIA Group tax reporting to ensure compliance with Group Office’s reporting requirements which includes tax monthly closing and quarterly Balance Sheet Reconciliation.Manage Budget and Forecast for company’s current and deferred tax for annual budget submissions.Review in depth monthly analysis of operating tax rate and effective tax rate.Ensure Internal Control Financial Reporting (ICFR) for tax process are operating effectively. Collaborate with the leads from other department to provide response/update to Group Office, external auditors, tax consultant and regulatory bodies on tax related matters.Act as the subject matter expert (SME) and provide feedback/advice to other departments on corporate tax related matters.Provide timely and accurate update/advice on any changes in corporate tax law to impacted users.Support any new projects such as e-Invoice and Base Erosion and Profit Shifting (BEPS).

2. Indirect Tax

Review the Stamp Duty report, Withholding Tax, and Sales and Services Tax (SST) submissions.Lead the indirect tax projects due to changes in business operations and tax laws and tax audits.Liaise with local business group and collating information for SST, withholding tax, stamp duty, transfer pricing, Common Reporting Standard (CRS) and Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (FATCA) submissions.Review the balance sheet reconciliation for indirect tax account.Review and provide guidance to other colleagues in preparing the information/documents for indirect tax compliance, disclosure in statutory reports and internal tax reporting.Support any require ad-hoc task when necessary and review the SOP (Standard Operating Procedure) for Indirect Tax.

Minimum Job Requirements

A recognized Degree in Accounting or Professional Accountancy Qualification, with at least 5 years of relevant working experience.Prior working experience in the insurance industry will be an added advantage.Able to work under pressure and meeting tight deadlines.Analytical and good problem solving skills.Possess good interpersonal and communication skills.

Join us at AIA and make a difference in the lives of our customers and the community. We are an equal opportunity employer and provide reasonable accommodations/adjustments for individuals with disabilities. Your personal data will be handled strictly in accordance with our privacy policy.

Apply now and be part of our world-class team, working towards a better future for all.

Build a career with us as we help our customers and the community live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives.

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