Tax Accountant Job Description
A tax accountant is an expert whose job is to assist individuals and organizations in properly filing their taxes while adhering to the law to ensure the highest possible tax return.
Their responsibilities include gathering forms from clients and identifying potential tax credits that can be applied to expenses such as an investment in education or business startup costs.
Tax Accountant responsibilities include:
- Arrangement of tax installments
- Estimating and monitoring tax filings
- Regular (quarterly and annual) tax report filing
Job Brief
Our company is seeking a Tax Accountant to compile tax payments and returns.
You must demonstrate an interest in tax law and regulation updates to succeed in this position. Also, excellent time management skills are required, as you will ensure our company meets strict deadlines. A Tax Accountant’s responsibilities are the organization and maintenance of tax payment records.
Ultimately, you should be able to recommend tax strategies that comply with the law and advance the financial health of our company.
Responsibilities
- Prepare tax returns
- Forecast and monitor tax returns
- Prepare quarterly and yearly tax returns.
- Establish and maintain the organization’s tax database.
- Recommend tax strategies consistent with business objectives.
- Prepare required documentation for tax payments and returns.
- Communicate financial information to the accounting department.
- Determine tax savings and recommend strategies to increase profits.
- Track industry trends and taxation modifications.
- Communicate with both internal and external auditors.
- Forecast tax projections for senior executives.
Requirements and Skills
- Proven employment history as a tax accountant, tax analyst, or tax preparer
- Accounting and bookkeeping procedures knowledge
- Knowledge of accounting software programs
- Microsoft Excel proficiency, in particular
- Outstanding analytical and time management abilities
- Strong numerical aptitude
- Meticulous care for detail
- BSc in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; industry certification (such as CMA or CPA) is preferred.
Salary Range
The average monthly salary for Tax Accountant jobs in Malaysia ranges from RM 5,250 to RM 7,750.
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