tax director (compliance and advisory).

Role Purpose:

The Director will oversee and lead the Tax Compliance and Advisory division, providing strategic leadership, team management, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality tax services. The role involves driving business development efforts, managing client relationships, and ensuring compliance with local and international tax regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Leadership:

• Define and execute the division’s strategy in alignment with the firm’s overall objectives and goals.
• Develop business growth plans to expand the division’s client portfolio and increase revenue streams.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and regulatory developments to ensure the firm’s service offerings remain competitive and compliant.

2. Tax Compliance Management:

• Oversee the delivery of tax compliance services, ensuring the timely and accurate filing of tax returns and reports.
• Ensure full compliance with Malaysian tax laws and international tax standards, including transfer pricing and tax reporting obligations.
• Develop, implement, and enforce policies and procedures to improve operational efficiency and mitigate potential risks.

3. Tax Advisory Services:

• Provide technical guidance on complex tax matters, including cross-border tax planning, tax incentives, and corporate restructuring strategies.
• Manage high-value tax advisory projects, ensuring successful delivery within scope, timeline, and budget.
• Serve as a subject matter expert, offering strategic tax planning and compliance advice to clients on complex matters.

4. Client Relationship Management:

• Build and nurture strong relationships with key clients, ensuring satisfaction, loyalty, and retention.
• Act as the primary point of contact for high-profile clients and large-scale engagements.
• Collaborate across the firm’s divisions to deliver integrated, multi-disciplinary solutions to clients.

5. Team Leadership and Development:

• Manage, mentor, and develop a team of tax professionals across both compliance and advisory functions.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous professional growth.
• Ensure the team is consistently trained and updated on the latest regulatory changes and industry best practices.

6. Financial and Operational Oversight:

• Set and achieve revenue, profitability, and operational efficiency targets for the division.
• Monitor and manage the division’s budgets, costs, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Lead improvements in client billing and collection processes to ensure financial efficiency.

7. Business Development:

• Identify and actively pursue new business opportunities within the tax compliance and advisory space.
• Represent the firm at industry events, seminars, and conferences to enhance brand visibility and establish new client relationships.
• Prepare and deliver proposals to potential clients, showcasing the firm’s value proposition and expertise.

Key Requirements:

Education and Professional Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, or a related field.
• Professional certifications such as CPA, ACCA, CA, or CTIM are highly desirable.

Experience:

• Minimum 12–15 years of experience in tax compliance and advisory services, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Proven track record in managing a tax division, including profit and loss (P&L) responsibility.
• Extensive knowledge of Malaysian tax laws, transfer pricing regulations, and international tax principles.
• Experience in managing high-level client relationships and business development.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong technical expertise in tax compliance, advisory services, and tax planning.
• Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Strategic thinker with strong business acumen and the ability to drive business growth.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in tax software and related technology tools.

Personal Attributes:

• High level of integrity and professionalism.
• Client-focused with a proactive approach to problem-solving and delivering value.
• Resilient and adaptable to change in a dynamic business environment.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for career advancement within a leading advisory firm.