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Technical Analyst / Support Engineer - IAM/PAM (A) (Petaling Jaya)
Closing Date: July 31, 2026
Position Details
Job Title
Technical Analyst / Support Engineer - IAM/PAM (A)
Grade
Experienced
Department
Tech, Risk, Cybersecurity
Descriptions
This role supports the Identity and Access Management (IAM) and Privileged Access Management (PAM) managed services operations. The Technical Analyst / Support Engineer will be responsible for providing day-to-day operational support, incident management, and service maintenance across IAM/PAM platforms such as SailPoint, CyberArk, Okta, and Microsoft Entra ID. The role requires strong technical troubleshooting, service monitoring, and customer support skills, working closely with senior consultants and managed service leads.
Responsibilities
• Provide Level 1 and Level 2 support for IAM/PAM platforms including user provisioning, de-provisioning, and access management. • Monitor IAM/PAM system health, job schedules, and integration points to ensure service availability. • Troubleshoot incidents, perform root cause analysis, and coordinate with Level 3 support or vendors when required. • Execute daily operational tasks such as onboarding/offboarding, access review cycles, and privileged account monitoring. • Assist in developing and maintaining operational documentation, SOPs, and service runbooks. • Support regular patching, updates, and maintenance of IAM/PAM systems under managed service scope. • Collaborate with clients and internal teams to ensure adherence to SLAs and quality of service delivery. • Participate in change management and release deployment activities within controlled environments. • Assist in onboarding new applications into IAM systems under supervision of senior engineers. • Stay updated on IAM/PAM operational best practices and emerging tools.
Requirements
• 1–2 years of experience in IT or cybersecurity support environment, preferably within IAM/PAM domain. • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related discipline. • Basic understanding of Identity and Access Management concepts such as authentication, authorization, and RBAC. • Experience or exposure to IAM/PAM tools such as SailPoint, CyberArk, Okta, or Microsoft Entra ID is an advantage. • Knowledge of Active Directory, user/group management, and scripting (PowerShell or Python) preferred. • Good understanding of ITIL processes (Incident, Problem, and Change Management). • Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and communication skills with a customer-focused mindset. • Ability to work in a team-oriented, managed services environment with rotational shifts if required. Soft Skills • Strong communication and problem-solving skills. • Customer service–oriented mindset with attention to detail. • Ability to document incidents and resolutions clearly. • Team player with positive attitude and willingness to learn. • Adaptable to dynamic managed services operations and SLA-driven environments.
KPMG In Malaysia - PJ - Advisory - GRCS -Associate (Petaling Jaya)
Closing Date: Dec. 31, 2026
Position Details
Job Title
KPMG In Malaysia - PJ - Advisory - GRCS -Associate
Grade
Graduate
Department
Governance, Risk and Compliance Services
Descriptions
Since establishing its presence in 1928, KPMG in Malaysia has grown to be a part of KPMG’s global success. With more than 2,000 professionals located across 8 offices nationwide, KPMG in Malaysia provides services ranging from assurance and tax to financial advisory and business advisory. At KPMG, we are passionate about working with our clients to deliver exceptional value, we provide the environment for our people to flourish and realize their full potential, and we continuously extend the frontiers of our shared knowledge. This is an excellent opportunity to join a renowned, fast-paced and professional organisation with good career development opportunities. KPMG's Governance, Risk & Compliance Services (GRCS) practice provides a wide range of board advisory, enterprise risk management, internal audit, software license review and controls compliance services built upon our clear understanding of business issues and opportunities. We assist our clients to optimise their risk management, controls and governance processes to manage risks while identifying and pursuing important opportunities to enhance business value.
Responsibilities
- Acting as engagement team member (conducting assignments and supporting the engagement-in-charge) or engagement in-charge (leading and motivating a small team of professionals) in delivering the services contracted. Ability to undertake the following types of engagement: - Risk based internal audit - Enterprise risk management (ERM), including ERM assessment - Corporate governance advisory - Cost improvement reviews - Quality Assurance Review of the Internal Audit function - US SOX 404 advisory - Contract compliance reviews *Position grade for successful shortlisted candidates will be based upon the assessment of the candidate's profile during the interview session, if invited.
Requirements
- A recognised degree or a professional qualification in Accounting / Finance / Business / IT / Law or related disciplines. - CIA or pursuit of CIA will be an added advantage. If without CIA upon confirmation after probation, must be willing to pursue CIA training contract with KPMG. - Ability to write objective and value adding reports independently. - Ambitious, mature and business-minded, in particular the ability to keep abreast with contemporary industry developments, with strong leadership and high ethical standards. - A self-starter and must be a team player. - Ability to lead and motivate teams. - Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills. - High analytical and rationalization ability - Ability to manage deadlines and priorities tasks.
KPMG In Malaysia - PJ - Advisory - FRM - Associate (Petaling Jaya)
Closing Date: June 30, 2026
Position Details
Job Title
KPMG In Malaysia - PJ - Advisory - FRM - Associate
Grade
Experienced
Department
Financial Risk Management
Descriptions
KPMG’s Financial Risk Management (FRM) practice is a specialised service line of KPMG’s Risk Consulting practice, focusing on financial risk management services for financial and non-financial institutions in Malaysia and the ASEAN region. FRM’s core services includes Credit Risk, Capital Adequacy, Liquidity Risk, Market Risk, Enterprise Risk, Operational Risk, Recovery Planning, Licensing Application (Non-Bank Financial Institutions, Digital Banking, E-Money) and Target Operating Model design and review. FRM’s suite of services offered are predominantly guided by regulatory standards (BNM, Basel), reporting standards (IFRS9) in addition to industry good practices. KPMG FRM provides services which aims to assist our clients to meet the latest risk, regulatory and compliance requirements in the most dynamic and efficient manner to provide shareholder value. We pride ourselves in providing solutions which are pragmatic, and revolutionary based on the client’s unique requirements. The FRM team is currently expanding and in search of Risk Consultants of various levels to deliver services to our panel clients.
Responsibilities
- Assist in developing and reviewing risk, regulatory and compliance frameworks, policies and procedures across various risk areas such as credit risk, market risk, operational risk, liquidity risk and compliance risk. - Conduct regulatory gap assessments on specific risk areas by analysing requirements issued by regulators and preparing documented reports with clear recommendations. - Support the development and implementation of risk models for purposes such as capital requirements (Basel IRB), provisioning (IFRS 9), credit decisioning, limit setting, behavioral model, stress testing and other analytical needs. - Assist in validating and reviewing risk models to ensure they are fit-for-purpose and meet regulatory and internal policy requirements. - Perform risk analytics and support the design of risk-related processes, controls, frameworks, policies and procedures. - Assist in providing advisory support on market and liquidity risk topics including IBOR transition, interest rate risk in banking book, valuation of financial instruments and liquidity management. - Contribute to practice development initiatives such as research on regulatory developments, industry trends, interpretation of standards and development of new tools or solutions for go-to-market purposes. - Work collaboratively within a dynamic team environment and support Project Managers/Project Directors in developing reports, tools, solutions and other project deliverables. - Gain exposure to various risk domains and support assignments across different risk areas as required.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in economics, Finance, Accounting, Actuarial Science, Statistics, Financial Engineering, Computer Science or any STEM field. - Strong analytical and quantitative skills; familiarity with programming or data tools such as Python, R, SAS or SQL is an advantage. Versatile, proactive and willing to research, learn and work across different risk areas. - Excellent communication, presentation and writing skills. - Self-motivated, able to work independently and in a fast-paced team environment while contributing ideas to the business. - Knowledge or experience in risk management, regulatory compliance, audit, treasury or related areas is an advantage (fresh graduates encouraged to apply). - Understanding of Basel II/III, BNM guidelines or other regulatory frameworks (HKMA, MAS, APRA, OJK) is a plus. - Prior consulting, banking or insurance exposure is beneficial but not mandatory. - Professional qualifications (or pursuing) such as FRM, CFA, ACCA or CA are an advantage. - Associate: 0–2 years of experience. - Senior Associate: 2–4 years of relevant experience
KPMG In Malaysia - PJ - Advisory -ITeT- AM/M - PMO (Petaling Jaya)
Closing Date: Aug. 31, 2026
Position Details
Job Title
KPMG In Malaysia - PJ - Advisory -ITeT- AM/M - PMO
Grade
Experienced
Department
Information Technology Enabled Transformation
Descriptions
This role sits within our Project Management Office (ITET–PMO) services in the Technology Consulting team. We partner with clients to deliver impactful technology solutions that align digital capabilities with strategic and operational goals. Our work spans project management, digital and IT strategy development, and advisory across emerging technologies, infrastructure, and process transformation. As part of the team, you’ll support a wide range of project management and strategy engagements, applying established KPMG methodologies, tools, and best practices. You’ll contribute to multiple client projects, collaborate within a diverse and dynamic team, and help strengthen the team’s delivery capabilities and portfolio.
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities: - Manage and deliver diverse project management and strategy engagements. - Drive team capability development and contribute to service portfolio growth. - Support business development initiatives. What We’re Looking For: - Experience managing stakeholders and communication with various levels of stakeholders. - Strong project leadership skills, applying best practices and tools to deliver consistent outcomes. Implementation Delivery Advisory: - IT project management and project implementation strategies. - Monitor risks and issues impacting timelines; escalate unresolved matters with recommendations. - Manage/Lead PMO team and oversee vendor relationships. - Coordinate interdependencies across business analysts, technical teams, deployment teams, stakeholders, and vendors. Strategy Advisory: - Guide requirements gathering and develop implementation strategies based on interviews, research, and technology insights. - Identify improvement opportunities to meet client objectives. - Lead discussions and provide advisory throughout client engagements.
Requirements
- Degree in IT, Computer Science, Engineering, Accounting, Finance, or related fields. - ACCA or financial/ERP systems experience is an advantage. - 6–8 years (AM) / 8–10 years (Manager) in IT, tech consulting, digital projects, or finance/ERP roles. - Experience in project management or technology-enabled delivery. - Exposure to IT/digital strategy, IT advisory, or tech-driven improvements. - Ability to gather requirements and translate them into clear implementation plans. - Strong stakeholder management and communication skills. - Good presentation, writing, and documentation abilities. - Analytical, proactive, and solution-oriented mindset. - Fluent in English and Bahasa Malaysia; strong team player.
KPMG In Malaysia - PJ - Advisory - FRS - A/SA (Petaling Jaya)
Closing Date: July 31, 2026
Position Details
Job Title
KPMG In Malaysia - PJ - Advisory - FRS - A/SA
Grade
Experienced
Department
Forensic Services
Descriptions
KPMG’s Forensic Services is a specialized service line within KPMG’s Risk Consulting practice, providing robust and practical advisory support to help clients address key risks related to Anti-Money Laundering (AML), fraud, misconduct, corruption, commercial and civil disputes, regulatory compliance, risks in buying or selling a business, and broader financial crime. As criminal and commercial threats to organizational integrity continue to grow, fraud, corporate crime, disputes, litigation, and rising regulatory demands can threaten reputation, undermine confidence, and expose organizations to regulatory and media scrutiny. We assist clients in monitoring and responding swiftly to potentially damaging situations to minimize financial, reputational, and operational impact. KPMG Forensic Services aims to equip organizations with the tools and services needed to stay ahead of major risks in an increasingly complex environment, delivering solutions that are practical, effective, and tailored to each client’s needs.
Responsibilities
- To contribute to the overall success of a client engagement and support senior team members by delivering work to a high quality within the appropriate time scales and adhering to the methodologies - To build an understanding of client business and markets and assist in the development of client relationships - Carry out research to support proposals, sales pitches or targeting and assist with business development activities - To collaborate and work with other team members, sharing knowledge and experience
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Banking or a related discipline - Strong command of written and spoken English - Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills - A proactive team player with high initiative and strong analytical ability - Able to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively - Professional qualifications such as ICAEW, ACCA, ASCPA or MICPA are an added advantage - Associate: 0–2 years of experience (fresh graduates are encouraged to apply) - Senior Associate: Minimum 2 years of fraud and misconduct investigation experience or minimum 3 years of audit experience (including internal audit)
KPMG In Malaysia - PJ - Advisory - FRS - Manager (Petaling Jaya)
Closing Date: July 31, 2026
Position Details
Job Title
KPMG In Malaysia - PJ - Advisory - FRS - Manager
Grade
Experienced
Department
Forensic Services
Descriptions
KPMG’s Forensic Services is a specialised service line within KPMG’s Risk Consulting practice, providing robust and practical advisory support to help clients address key risks related to: - Fraud, misconduct and investigations - Fraud risk management and fraud detection - Commercial / Civil disputes advisory and litigation support - Anti-money laundering. Anti Bribery & Corruption and Sanctions services - Digital evidence recovery - Regulatory compliance As criminal and commercial threats to organizational integrity continue to grow, fraud, corporate crime, disputes, litigation, and rising regulatory demands can threaten reputation, undermine confidence, and expose organizations to regulatory and media scrutiny. We assist clients in monitoring and responding swiftly to potentially damaging situations to minimize financial, reputational, and operational impact. KPMG Forensic Services aims to equip organizations with tools and services needed to stay ahead of major risks in an increasingly complex environment, delivering solutions that are practical, effective, and tailored to each client’s needs. https://home.kpmg.com/my/en/home/services/advisory.html
Responsibilities
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Manager - Fraud Risk Management to lead our efforts in fraud advisory services, detecting, preventing, and mitigating fraud. The ideal candidate is the one with hands-on experience in fraud risk, including extensive work with fraud monitoring systems and rules engines. You will be responsible for designing and managing the fraud risk management services. - Work with the team to provide high-quality, professional day-to-day execution of compliance or internal control engagements and projects in line with the Firm’s risk management practices for clients across wide range of industries. - Strategic Fraud Risk Management & Analytics: - Be able to advise clients on developing, implementing, and refining the overall fraud strategy and risk appetite in alignment with the business objectives. - Conduct deep-dive data analysis to identify emerging fraud trends, vulnerabilities, and patterns using SQL, Python, or other analytical tools. - Lead the development of advanced fraud models and strategies, leveraging machine learning outputs where applicable. - Fraud Monitoring System Management / Advisory - Serve as the primary subject matter expert for fraud monitoring systems (e.g., SAS Fraud Framework, FICO Falcon, Actimize, proprietary systems). - Understanding the end-to-end management of the fraud rules engine: design, test, tune, and deploy new fraud detection rules and scenarios. - Be able to advise on enhancing system capabilities / optimize system performance to balance fraud detection rates with false positives. - Assist with the opportunity / engagement management process; from proposal preparation, budgeting, completing risk management formalities and reporting. - Perform engagement planning, scheduling, coordination and administration of engagements as well as ensuring execution of work as per the agreed scope of work. - Identify control / performance improvement opportunities for clients and communicate findings to the person in charge of the project. - Produce quality working papers and assist in drafting reports. - Maintain professional and positive client interaction and relationships. - Assist in marketing activities and in developing the Forensic practice. - Contribute to personal and overall team development, through staying up-to-date with related news and regulatory developments.
Requirements
- Candidate must possess at least a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting; Economics; Finance; Business Administration; Financial Risk Management, Law or any other equivalent qualifications. - A minimum of 5-7 years relevant experience in advisory firm (Big 4, mid-tier or general consultancy) or working experience in Fraud Risk Management in a Financial Institution / FinTech or Regulatory Body. - In-depth knowledge of various fraud typologies (e.g., ACH Fraud, Card-Not-Present, Account Takeover, Synthetic Identity, Merchant Fraud). - Demonstrate good problem-solving skills, experienced in managing projects, self-motivated and possess an inquisitive mind. - Excellent written and oral communication skills, including technical and business writing and presentation skills. - Strong analytical skills with proficiency in using data query tools (e.g., SQL) for analysis and reporting. Experience with Python or R is a significant advantage. - Must have a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) or equivalent certification.
Senior Associate – Network & Security - TRC (Petaling Jaya)
Closing Date: Sept. 30, 2026
Position Details
Job Title
Senior Associate – Network & Security - TRC
Grade
Experienced
Department
Tech, Risk, Cybersecurity
Descriptions
At KPMG we are currently seeking a Senior Associate - Network & Security for our Technology Risk & Cyber Consulting practice. NW Security Consultant is expected to stay up to date on the latest intelligence, including hackers ‘methodologies, in order to anticipate security breaches.
Responsibilities
List the primary job responsibilities: - Knowledge on Public Cloud covering IaaS, PaaS and SaaS and Software Defined Network such as Cisco ACI, VMware NSX etc. - Consulting planning, designing, implementation and troubleshooting multiprotocol networks for Network, Security and Cloud domain. - Understanding on Network configuration review and Assessment tools e.g., Nipper and Nessus. - Assessment and Implementation/fixing of Minimum Baseline for Security Standard across Network & Security infrastructure. - Good knowledge in network routing protocols - Network administration of LAN & WAN infrastructure including installation & commissioning of new setups for Internet / Intranet using technologies such a router, switch, CISCO ACI etc. - Good understanding and working knowledge of multi-vendor security infrastructure in enterprise as well as service provider networks with working knowledge of, Load balancer, Firewalls, IPS’s, Proxy, WAF, Threat and malware analysis tools. - Candidate should have understanding on BNM RMiT guidelines released June 2023, Cyber Security NIST framework and ISO27001:2022 etc. - Prepare proposal documents including proposal, approach & methodology and coordination with other service line against RFPs/RFIs. Working on below Network and Security devices: - Checkpoint, FortiGate and Palo Alto Firewall - F5 Viprions 4400 load-balancer LTM and GTM. - SASE Technology - Cisco ACI (Spine, leaf & APIC) - Cisco Wireless controller - Wi-Fi setup - Cisco Nexus 7K and 5K,3K,2K series and catalysis switch 6509,3700X series - Comprehensive understanding of Routing, Switching, Cisco ACI & Nexus Data Center technologies, TCP/IP protocols and standards - Understanding on Web Content proxy - Gigamon, Firepower, Symantec SIEM log analysis tool, NDR
Requirements
Qualifications and Education requirements: - 3-4 years Minimum qualifications required: B.E/B. Tech or Equivalent - Excellent communication skills (both written and oral) and project management skills. Abilities: Good soft skills and team player - (Preferred) general information security certificates such ISO27001:2022 - (Preferred) technical Network Security management certifications such as: - CCNA, CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Cloud+, CompTIA A+, CompTIA Security+ - Microsoft AZ-900, SC-900, AZ-500 etc.
AM (Korean Speaker) - Corporate Income Tax (KDN) (Petaling Jaya)
Closing Date: Dec. 31, 2026
Position Details
Job Title
AM (Korean Speaker) - Corporate Income Tax (KDN)
Grade
Experienced
Department
KPMG Delivery Network
Descriptions
Kuala Lumpur is the host to KPMG’s Delivery Network’s ASPAC Compliance Delivery Centre (‘’ACDC’’), which offers tax compliance services in ASPAC. The team is culturally diverse, comprising of many different nationalities, backgrounds and skills. ACDC offers end-to-end compliance support for clients and is powered by advanced technology and automation, robust processes and a highly skilled team of client centric professionals. Be part of this exciting journey within KPMG to support in their expansion of compliance services across the region. ACDC works closely with KPMG’s Global Tax leaders to translate business requirements into a clear global delivery strategy for delivery centers that supports the needs of global KPMG solutions, including but not limited to, Tax Re imagined. It also creates and operates an inter operable, seamlessly integrated network of Global Delivery Centers to enable globally consistent delivery. The world of global tax compliance for large multi-nationals is rapidly changing, and KPMG is changing its delivery model to seize the opportunity. Large MNCs have consolidated their compliance operations into a handful of in-house global/regional locations supporting their hundreds of specialty services units worldwide to drive efficiencies. However, tax compliance has become heavily dependent on technology, and MNCs will need to significantly invest in technology to optimize their costs of compliance. Alternatively, they can outsource their compliance to a provider that has the global expertise and can scale its technology investment costs, while offering an efficient delivery model that optimizes integrated centralization the way MNCs have already demonstrated, while integrating it with local SMEs where appropriate.
Responsibilities
- Review corporate tax returns across multiple jurisdictions in the ASPAC region, with a strong focus on Korean tax regulations. Ensure all required schedules are completed and submissions are made within statutory deadlines. - Manage a diverse team, fostering a high-performing culture that delivers exceptional client service. - Coach and develop team members to achieve technical competencies and efficient performance, with emphasis on Korean tax practices and compliance standards. - Act as a liaison between Korean clients, external local auditors, and member firms. Maintain productive working relationships and identify business development opportunities within the Korean market. - Collaborate with tax professionals to combine Korean tax expertise with cross-border experience across a broad spectrum of industries. - Review and prepare centralized compliance requirements across services such as Corporate Tax, Transfer Pricing, Statutory Financial Statements, WHT, and other filings, ensuring alignment with Korean regulatory frameworks. - Support transformation initiatives to enable technology adoption across new and existing processes, including tools tailored for Korean compliance requirements. - Support transitioning new Korean clients on-board per standard process and technology, ensuring cultural and regulatory considerations are addressed. - Assist in reviewing reports and schedules using technology tools, ensuring accuracy and compliance with Korean tax standards before delivery to clients and member firms. - Lead meetings with internal and external stakeholders, including Korean-speaking participants, ensuring clear communication and cultural sensitivity. - Handle additional requests required to manage client service, with flexibility to accommodate Korean market-specific needs.
Requirements
- Holds a recognized university degree or professional qualification in Accounting, Finance, Computer Science, Data Science, or Economics, or is a member of a recognized professional accounting/taxation body. - Minimum 5+ years of relevant experience. Candidates with audit and/or financial statement preparation experience will have an advantage. - Exposure to data analytics or business analysis is highly valued. - Strong sense of accountability, analytical thinking, and self-motivation. - Highly organized, able to multi-task and work independently in a fast-paced environment. - Effective team player within a multi-disciplinary, cross-border team. - Excellent presentation, oral, and written communication skills. - Ability to interact confidently and build relationships with diverse stakeholders. - Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Power BI, Excel, PowerPoint, Word). - Familiarity with technology transformation initiatives is an asset. - Fluent English is required. - Proficiency in Korean is mandatory to support Korean clients and market needs.
Manager (Korean Speaker)-Corporate Income Tax-KDN (Petaling Jaya)
Closing Date: Dec. 31, 2026
Position Details
Job Title
Manager (Korean Speaker)-Corporate Income Tax-KDN
Grade
Experienced
Department
KPMG Delivery Network
Descriptions
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Manager - Korean speaker to join our team in KPMG Delivery Network (KDN) in Malaysia for providing corporate tax services. In this role, you will be responsible for tax return compliance delivery with a focus on Korea. You will work closely with our KDN teams to ensure that KPMG member firms are successfully enabled to adopt KDN solutions to deliver on client engagements including Korea. You will also be responsible for building and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders and clients. Having Korean taxation experience is necessary in order to safeguard quality and explain regarding the topics to stakeholders in Korean and English. The role will be responsible for growing Korean compliance offering and managing a team to delivery the assigned client deliverables. The role will need to work with internal HR and recruitment partners to identify the talent needed to delivery client deliverables. Additionally, the candidate will be tasked with working on developing and executing L&D programs which will form the base on knowledge delivery. As a people leader, the role will be expected to provide feedback & coaching within the team with focus on developing talent and capability to meet growth aspirations. The role is expected to include managing project plans, timelines, and coordinating updates which will support the business objectives. The successful applicant will need to capture actions and meeting minutes and drive execution of actions across stakeholder group to facilitate completion.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the tax compliance adoption and stakeholder management strategy for KPMG member firms to leverage KDN solutions directed at the Korean client delivery - Review of corporate tax returns across multiple jurisdictions in the ASPAC region with focus on Korea as country focal point. - Build strong relationship with clients, manage pull through opportunities, and ensure the overall client experience is always top quality - Manage diverse team members and maintain a high-performing team to deliver exceptional client services across a portfolio of clients - Coaching and developing team members to achieve technical competencies and efficient performance. - Support transitioning new clients onboard per standard process and technology. - Support transformation initiatives to enable technology adoption across new and existing processes - Manage an assigned portfolio of clients and projects and lead teams to deliver tax compliance services effectively. - Manage and track the progress of adoption and stakeholder management activities (project management & coordination) - Develop and deliver presentations and training materials - Facilitate workshops and meetings - Translate business requirements and necessary information from Korean to English that is needed to manage adoption - Create and update business documentation needed for country onboarding
Requirements
- A recognized university degree or a professional qualification in Accounting / Finance / Computer Science / Data Sciences /Economics or a member of a recognized professional accounting /taxation body - Proficiency in English and Korean - Candidate with minimum 6+ years of experience with corporate tax compliance. - Strong experience in roles requiring adoption and stakeholder management - Experience with shared services, managed services and/or outsourcing would be beneficial - Strong understanding of the Korean market and culture - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - Ability to work independently and as part of a team - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills - Professional or shared service experience managing clients or processes would be preferred - Must be accountable, analytical, self-motivated, organized, able to multi-task and work independently
AM (Japanese Speaker) - Corporate Income Tax -KDN (Petaling Jaya)
Closing Date: Dec. 31, 2026
Position Details
Job Title
AM (Japanese Speaker) - Corporate Income Tax -KDN
Grade
Experienced
Department
KPMG Delivery Network
Descriptions
KPMG Delivery Network (KDN) in Malaysia is seeking a highly motivated and experienced tax professional to join our team as a Assistant Manager - Japanese Speaker for Corporate Income Tax. This role requires a deep understanding of Corporate Income Tax compliance and a proven track record of delivering high-quality client service. You will be responsible for managing client delivery and ensuring the quality of corporate income tax compliance for countries in the Asia Pacific region with a focus on Japan. This will involve working closely with clients, KPMG member firms, and KDN teams to deliver client engagements in a client-facing capacity, building strong relationships with these stakeholders. Regional or global experience in corporate income tax would be an asset, as would the ability to manage team delivery, ensuring work deliverables meet quality standards and deadlines. You will also be expected to contribute to strategic projects and foster a culture of continuous improvement. As an Assistant Manager, you will be expected to demonstrate strong leadership qualities, providing feedback, coaching, and developing team members. You will also be responsible for developing relationships with clients and stakeholders to secure new clients, jurisdictions, and services, and transition work to KDN. Finally, you will contribute to transformation initiatives, continuous improvement enabled by technology, and other growth and efficiency initiatives. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and growing team at KDN.
Responsibilities
- Review corporate tax returns across multiple jurisdictions in the ASPAC region, with a strong focus on Japanese tax regulations. Ensure all required schedules are completed and submissions are made within statutory deadlines. - Manage a diverse team, fostering a high-performing culture that delivers exceptional client service. - Coach and develop team members to achieve technical competencies and efficient performance, with emphasis on Japanese tax practices and compliance standards. - Act as a liaison between Japanese clients, external local auditors, and member firms. Maintain productive working relationships and identify business development opportunities within the Japanese market. - Collaborate with tax professionals to combine Japanese tax expertise with cross-border experience across a broad spectrum of industries. - Review and prepare centralized compliance requirements across services such as Corporate Tax, Transfer Pricing, Statutory Financial Statements, WHT, and other filings, ensuring alignment with Japanese regulatory frameworks. - Support transformation initiatives to enable technology adoption across new and existing processes, including tools tailored for Japanese compliance requirements. - Support transitioning new Japanese clients on-board per standard process and technology, ensuring cultural and regulatory considerations are addressed. - Assist in reviewing reports and schedules using technology tools, ensuring accuracy and compliance with Japanese tax standards before delivery to clients and member firms. - Lead meetings with internal and external stakeholders, including Japanese-speaking participants, ensuring clear communication and cultural sensitivity. - Handle additional requests required to manage client service, with flexibility to accommodate Japanese market-specific needs.
Requirements
- Holds a recognized university degree or professional qualification in Accounting, Finance, Computer Science, Data Science, or Economics, or is a member of a recognized professional accounting/taxation body. - Minimum 5+ years of relevant experience. Candidates with audit and/or financial statement preparation experience will have an advantage. - Exposure to data analytics or business analysis is highly valued. - Strong sense of accountability, analytical thinking, and self-motivation. - Highly organized, able to multi-task and work independently in a fast-paced environment. - Effective team player within a multi-disciplinary, cross-border team. - Excellent presentation, oral, and written communication skills. - Ability to interact confidently and build relationships with diverse stakeholders. - Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Power BI, Excel, PowerPoint, Word). - Familiarity with technology transformation initiatives is an asset. - Fluent English is required. - Proficiency in Japan is mandatory to support Japanese clients and market needs.