Specialist-Tax-MY

WPP


Date: 1 hour ago
City: Petaling Jaya
Contract type: Full time
WPP is the creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients, and communities.

Working at WPP means being part of a global network of more than 100,000 talented people dedicated to doing extraordinary work for our clients. We operate in over 100 countries, with corporate headquarters in New York, London and Singapore.

WPP is a world leader in marketing services, with deep AI, data and technology capabilities, global presence and unrivalled creative talent. Our clients include many of the biggest companies and advertisers in the world, including approximately 300 of the Fortune Global 500.

Our people are the key to our success. We're committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning, attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow.

Purpose of the role:

This position is an individual contributor that prepares complex income tax provisions,draft income tax computation and provides support to Opco and works closely with External Advisor

Job description:

  • Prepare complex corporate tax computations and tax returns
  • Prepare income tax forms and other relevant documents
  • Able to meet timeline for all compliance submission to stakeholders, Opco and E&Y
  • Attend to all adhoc information
  • Conduct research and consult with team members on various tax matters.
  • Adhere to Company's Values , competencies , ICFR and TOM
  • Adhere to Company's policies , tax procedures and tax compliance, agreed global procedures, regional business requirements, statutory governmental regulations, and SOX requirements to minimize liability and risk
  • Self check own tax computations prior to submissions.
  • Assist to identify tax savings , reduction
  • Adhere to Internal Audit Controls and tax processes.
  • Perform tax laws research and identify latest tax regulation changes and incorporate into tax comps.
  • Conduct research and consult with team members on various tax matters
  • Accountable for all aspect of service delivery in his/ her regional process – quality, efficiency, effectiveness, internal controls, risk.
  • Familiar with International tax practice and tax compliance program and controls to lift tax work/ transition from other countries to Malaysia.

Stakeholder Management

  • Submit tax computations to Opco for review
  • Advisor stakeholders to monitor transactions and activities for tax planning or reporting opportunities
  • Building relationships with Opco and External Advisor.
  • Act as an escalation point of contact when appropriate.
  • Providing solutions to tax implications of transactions.

Continuous Improvements:

  • Proactively identify process improvements and turnaround time.
  • Sustain thorough and ‘up-to-date’ understanding of existing and changing tax laws as part of communicating to internal and external stakeholders

Qualifications:

  • Degree in Finance & Accounting or related field with relevant mix of qualification and experience .
  • ACCA or currently pursuing is acceptable
  • Minimum 4 years in public practice
  • CTA qualified or substantial relevant work experience gained within tax field
  • Able to communicate with various stakeholders
  • Practical knowledge of tax compliance for international regions

Skills and Competencies:

  • Familiar with tax laws and able to advise.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, which will be demonstrated through maintaining and developing External Advisor , Opco client relationships.
  • Providing advice and technical research and guidance to multiple stakeholders covering multiple jurisdictions.

We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

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