Audit & Tax Associate

Responsibilities:

1. Audit Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, executing, and completing statutory audits and internal audits according to audit standards.
• Perform audit testing, verify financial records, and ensure compliance with accounting principles (e.g. MFRS/IFRS).
• Prepare audit working papers, documentation, and supporting schedules.
• Identify and communicate accounting or audit issues to the Audit Senior or Manager.
• Ensure audit assignments are completed within the allocated time and budget.
• Liaise with clients to obtain necessary information for audit purposes.
• Prepare draft audit reports and financial statements.

1. Tax Responsibilities:

• Assist in preparing and filing corporate and individual tax returns.
• Support in tax computation, tax planning, and compliance with local tax laws and regulations (e.g. LHDN in Malaysia).
• Maintain proper documentation and ensure timely submission of tax forms.
• Handle basic tax correspondence and communicate with clients on tax-related queries.
• Keep updated with changes in tax regulations and accounting standards.

1. General:

• Collaborate with team members and maintain good working relationships with clients.
• Support seniors or managers in any ad-hoc audit or tax assignments.
• Uphold professional ethics, confidentiality, and integrity in all work processes.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree / Diploma in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Preferably pursuing or completed professional qualifications (e.g. ACCA, CPA, MICPA).
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and basic tax regulations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) and accounting/audit software (e.g. SQL, Audit Express, CaseWare).
• Good analytical, organizational, and time management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team under minimal supervision.
• Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply; training will be provided.

Perks & Benefits

• Personal leave
• Open culture
• Personal development opportunities