Group Tax & Planning Lead- AM/Manager

Pre Requisites

Position: Assistant Manager and above.

Degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, or a related field.

Professional qualifications (MICPA, CTIM, ACCA, CPA, ICAEW).

Min 5 to 10 years of tax experience, preferably in Food & Beverage, Retail and FMCG.

Experience in multi-outlet business is an added advantage.

Strong knowledge of Malaysian Income Tax Act and SST regulations.

Experience liaising with LHDN and Royal Malaysian Customs.

Strong analytical ability, communication skills, and attention to detail.



Job Expectations

This is a dynamic individual contributor and multi-tasking role.

Required to work with cross-functional departments.

Self-starter, agile and able to get hands-on within limited timeframe.

Ability to articulate fast and deliver effective communication to peers, cross functional and authorities.



Position Purpose

Functions as the Tax lead for Local Finance.

Consult and manage internal and external tax matters.

Driving compliance, process improvements and improve tax efficiency.

Responsible for all aspects of taxes and relevant periodic reporting.

Key stakeholders include Cross Functional departments such as SSC, Finance, Digital & IT, Supply Chain, Marketing, HR, Operations, Franchising and Owner/Operators.



Principal Accountabilities

In addition to following McDonald’s policies and procedures, principal accountabilities include, but are not limited to:



Direct Tax (Corporate Income Tax)

Prepare and review annual tax computations, Form C filings, CP204 and CP500 submissions.

Manage tax provisioning and deferred tax calculations.

Review tax treatments for Food & Beverage related costs (raw materials, wastage, opex, capex, royalties, franchise income, etc).

Identify opportunities for tax savings, incentives (automation, green tech, capital allowances), and efficiency improvements.

Manage and monitor e-invoicing tax submission.

Transfer Pricing (Compliance)

Prepare and review annual transfer pricing documentation.

Ensure compliance with Malaysia Transfer Pricing Guidelines, Income Tax Act provisions, and OECD BEPS requirements.

Maintain updated TP policies aligned with business operations and regulatory changes.



Indirect Tax (SST – Sales & Service Tax)

Manage SST compliance, evaluate implications and review SST submissions.

Liaise with Customs for SST classification, exemptions, documentation, and audits.

Withholding Tax & Cross-Border Transactions.

Review cross-border payments related to franchising, royalties, kitchen equipment imports, software, and service contracts.

Apply Double Tax Agreements (DTAs) and ensure correct withholding tax deductions and documentation.



Tax Audit & Compliance Management

Act as the main liaison with LHDN and Customs.

Lead preparation of documentation, schedules, and responses for tax audits or investigations.

Advise and strengthen internal controls and ensure tax compliance across outlets, procurement, and supply chain processes.

Conduct internal training on tax requirements, SST rules, and proper documentation.