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Principal Tax Accountant

Emerson

Principal Tax Accountant

full-timePosted: Jul 1, 2026Updated: Aug 28, 2026Bayan Lepas, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

Job Description

RESPONSIBILITIES:• Manage and coordinate tax compliance for selected entities across APAC jurisdiction.• Ensure and review compliance with tax regulatory and filing requirements• Manage tax queries, audits, and authority engagements• Interpreting local and international tax statutes, regulations, and legislation• Provide guidance and practical advice on local tax issues• Partner with management in the monitoring and reporting of local tax incentives • Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing related to tax matters. KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:• A Bachelor’s degree in accounting with an emphasis in tax or other four-year degree with equivalent accounting and tax experience is preferred• CPA or equivalent accounting certification is preferred• The candidate should have 6+ years of tax experience, including industry or public accounting/Big 4 experience• A high level of computer and system skills and excellent communication skills are essential• High proficiency in spoken and written English• Experience working in a multi-national environment would be a strong advantage• Experience working in a tech environment would be an advantage• Malaysian tax knowledge is required with a strong preference for multi-country/regional tax experiencePERSONAL QUALITIES AND SKILLS:• Proven ability to effectively manage time, prioritize and handle multiple tasks• Ability to work on own initiative, self-starter• Hands on, flexible approach to work and ability to meet deadlines• Quick learner with analytical skills and a close attention to detail• Independently driven with the ability to work as a part of a team in a multi-national environment while maintaining a high degree of professionalism• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate ideas and data both verbally and written in an appropriate manner • Commitment to doing a first-class job (i.e., accurate, timely and well documented)

Locations

  • Bayan Lepas, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
  • MY PNG Bayan Lepas No 8 Lebuh Batu Maung 1

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