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Tax Accountant Funds Management
Location: Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia (Hybrid Onsite Tuesdays & Thursdays, WFH other days)
Salary Range: RM 5,000 RM 13,000
️ Languages: English & Mandarin
About the Company
Our client is a progressive professional services firm dedicated to delivering high-quality accounting and tax solutions to clients across multiple industries. With a collaborative culture and strong focus on innovation, they are committed to excellence in client service, integrity, and continuous professional growth.
Role Overview
We are seeking a Tax Accountant with a background in funds management / fund administration to join a high-performing team. This role involves handling accounting and tax matters for managed funds, ensuring compliance with international standards, and providing value-added insights.
Candidates with prior experience in global fund administrators Malaysian shared service offices (e.g., TMF, Apex, State Street, CSC/Intertrust, Perpetual, One Investment Group) will be highly regarded.
Key Responsibilities
Manage tax and accounting matters for managed fund portfolios, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
Prepare and review fund-related tax returns, financial statements, and compliance submissions.
Handle NAV-related accounting, reconciliations, and reporting for managed funds.
Support compliance with international and Malaysian tax regulations.
Liaise with internal teams and external stakeholders, including global fund administrators.
Provide timely market intelligence and identify opportunities for value-added services.
Contribute to ad-hoc projects and cross-border assignments as required.
Requirements
Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent. Professional certifications (CPA/ACCA) preferred.
25 years of relevant experience in fund accounting, tax, or audit, preferably within global fund administrators or Big 4 fund audit teams.
Solid knowledge of fund accounting processes (NAV calculation, reconciliations, fund reporting).
Familiarity with IFRS/US GAAP standards applicable to managed funds.
Proficiency in accounting/tax software and fund administration systems (e.g., Geneva, Investran, Yardi) is an advantage.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
Excellent communication skills in English (Mandarin a plus).
Proactive, adaptable, and able to work both independently and in a fast-paced environment.
Why Join?
Flexible hybrid work model (onsite Tuesdays & Thursdays only).
Exposure to international fund administration and taxation.
Structured training and clear career development pathways.
Collaborative, innovative, and multicultural work environment.
Opportunity to work with leading global fund administrators and diverse client portfolios.