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Zoeliyana Zoelkifli

Zoeliyana Zoelkifli

Summary

Accomplished postgraduate in Accounting and Financial Management with a robust track record encompassing 4 years in Treasury and 3 years in Direct and Indirect Taxes at a Big 4 firm. Proficient in remote work environments with AirAsia for two years during MCO. Exhibits exceptional time management skills, effectively coordinating with international service providers across varying time zones. Demonstrates a proven aptitude for ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and possesses strong data analysis capabilities. Notably, played a pivotal role in sustaining business operations during the COVID-19 lockdown, successfully managing financial strategies amidst zero revenue scenarios at AirAsia.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Cash Management and International Tax Analyst,

Central Bank of Malaysia
03.2022 - 05.2025
  • Manage the appointment of tax agents for the Bank to comply with certain tax and repatriation requirements in all country which the Bank has investments.
  • Daily monitoring and reconciliation of cash activities.
  • Familiarise with tax regulations in countries which the central bank is actively investing in.
  • Prepare periodic reports to update on the Bank's tax and cash account position to issue to the senior management.
  • Manage the withholding and capital gain taxes arising from Bank's foreign currency
    investment.
  • Submission of tax return filings and all relevant document as well submitting tax applications to the tax authorities.

Senior Treasury Executive

AirAsia Berhad
05.2018 - 09.2021

Risk management – currency, interest rate and fuel

  • Managing trade execution confirmation and term sheets
  • Going through and checking hedging related legal documents such as ISDA and CSA
  • Assisting all affiliates within the group with its risk exposure analysis and hedge requirements
  • Advising other departments on the potential currency exposures in their contract negotiations and/or operations
  • Prepare board papers.
  • Maintain relationships with hedge counterparties.
  • Performing valuation and analysis for hedge accounting FRS 139, FRS 7 and/or FRS 9.
  • Cash and liquidity management.
  • Negotiate short term loans (BGs, RCs, etc) or overdraft terms with banks;
  • Performing trade confirmation on Investment of cash in short term deposits, money-market instruments, equities or other investment products with related counterparties.
  • Performing trade confirmation on cash collateral on related derivatives transactions.
  • Managing bank account openings and all related regulatory documentary requirements.
  • Perform repatriation of funds every quarterly for India and China.

Fuel Procurement

  • Assisting Group Treasurer in negotiating for best price and terms with fuel suppliers on behalf of the group for all locations
  • Liasing with each affiliate on its fuel requirements for all locations.
  • Maintaining a proper record on all Fuel supply contract for the group.
  • Assisting all affiliates within the Group with Fuel Supply agreement.
  • Maintaining rapport and relationships with fuel suppliers.
  • Ensuring compliance with policies and procedures on all Treasury activities.
  • Ensuring the Group is in compliance with laws and regulations in all Treasury dealings and transactions.

Tax Specialist

AirAsia Berhad
09.2017 - 04.2018
  • Ensure compliance of taxation for 25 countries
  • To apply optimal taxation strategy for the organisation and to perform all necessary tasks ie tax filing, reporting, etc
  • Based on tax rules and regulations that is specific to corporation
  • Investigate and develop strategies to optimise tax incentives and to reduce company’s tax liability
  • Review and plan innovative tax plan methods to minimise overall company’s tax liabilities and risk profile for example, develop efficient tax plans for the recognition of sales revenue in accounts in order to save on taxes
  • Monitor updates on tax laws and ensure compliance with the rules and regulations in terms of maintaining proper and accurate accounts for all business transactions, tax filling procedures, deadlines, etc
  • Travel to respective branch countries for meeting with tax authorities to discuss tax issues that may arise in the countries
  • Prepare monthly GST submission for Malaysia and India

Semi Senior

Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Tax Services Sdn Bhd
07.2016 - 08.2017
  • Preparation and submission of income tax computations for clients from manufacturing, trading, and unit trust funds (real estate investment trust, private retirement scheme (PRS), etc
  • Applying for unit trust funds tax reference numbers and manual submission of first estimate of tax payable and informing the Inland Revenue Board (IRB) of the basis period
  • Preparation, submission and reminder of estimates of tax payable during the sixth and ninth month of the basis period
  • Advising clients on Goods and Services Tax (GST) withholding tax, assets, capital allowances or any tax relevant matters
  • Making appeals to the IRB for lower or higher estimation of tax payable outside the sixth and ninth month of the basis period
  • Making appeals to the IRB on behalf of clients in waiver of penalty
  • Application of Certificates of Residence (COR) to the IRB
  • Preparation of provisional income tax computations upon request from clients
  • Preparation and submission of Form E for clients through E-filing system
  • Preparation and submission of individual income tax computations for expatriates
  • Liaising with the IRB on extension of time in the case of desk audit with tight deadlines
  • Risks checking when engaging new clients

Tax Assistant

Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Tax Services Sdn Bhd
02.2015 - 07.2016
  • Preparation and submission of income tax computations for clients from manufacturing, trading, investment and unit trust funds (real estate investment trust, private retirement scheme (PRS), etc
  • Applying for unit trust funds tax reference numbers and manual submission of first estimate of tax payable and informing the Inland Revenue Board (IRB) of the basis period
  • Preparation, submission and reminder of estimates of tax payable during the sixth and ninth month of the basis period
  • Advising clients on matters related to tax such as Goods and Services Tax (GST) withholding tax, assets, capital allowances etc
  • Making appeals to the IRB for lower or higher estimation of tax payable outside the sixth and ninth month of the basis period
  • Preparation of provisional income tax computations upon request from clients
  • Preparation and submission of Form E for clients through E-filing system
  • Preparation and submission of individual income tax computations for expatriates
  • Liaising with the IRB on extension of time in the case of desk audit with tight deadlines
  • Informing the IRB on unit trust funds which have matured to close their tax files in order to stop payment for estimates of tax payable
  • Application of refunds for tax credit on behalf of clients to the IRB

Accounts Executive

Mich SDN BHD
08.2012 - 07.2013
  • Perform the day to day processing of accounts payable transactions to ensure that these are maintained in an effective, up to date and accurate manner
  • Data entry of bills, payables, cheque requisitions and invoices
  • Liaising with creditors to deal with any issues or corrections that may arise
  • Preparing and issuing of cheques and vendor statements reconciliation, maintaining vendor files with supporting documentation in a timely and efficient manner
  • Prepare necessary accounting documents like payment vouchers and journals
  • Ensure daily accounts processes are up-to-date to meet financial closing deadline
  • Assist in other ad hoc tasks as assigned from time to time
  • Assist with monthly preparation of full sets of accounts which then need to be presented to the director of the company

Sales Co-coordinator

DNP Clothing Sdn Bhd
01.2008 - 12.2008
  • Ensured the clothing ranges in the store were maintained and in good conditions
  • Providing surveillance to avoid shopliftings and at the same time assisted customer with their needs
  • Follow up with customers who had items reserved to get a confirmation if they would like to continue with the reservations

Education

Postgraduate Diploma - Accounting, Accountability & Financial Management

KING’S COLLEGE LONDON
01.2013 - 01.2014

Bachelor of Arts (Hons) - Accounting and Finance

Kingston University London
01.2009 - 01.2012

Foundation - Accounting

UNIVERSITi Tenaga nasional
01.2008 - 01.2009

Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) - Account Stream

SEKOLAH MENENGAH KEBANGSAAN Subang utama
Subang Jaya, Selangor
01.2003 - 01.2007

Skills

  • Strong communication skills to effectively convey complex financial information as well as proficiency in negotiating to advance the company's best interests, ensuring outcomes that align with organizational goals and drive success
  • Resilience and adaptability in managing heavy workloads, effectively prioritizing tasks and maintaining high-quality performance under pressure
  • Great in managing time particularly in coordinating with international teams across multiple time zones, ensuring seamless collaboration and timely project completion
  • Versatility in both individual and collaborative work environments, effectively managing individual responsibilities while contributing to team objectives This adaptability ensures seamless integration into various work settings and promotes organizational success
  • Strong analytical skills, effectively interpreting complex data sets to inform strategic decision-making and drive business improvements

Affiliations

  • Member, Malaysian/Singaporean Society, King’s College London, 2013-2014
  • Member, Sky Diving Club, Kingston University London, 2009-2011
  • Member, Girls’ Soccer Club, Kingston University London, 2009-2012
  • Member, Swimming Club, Kingston University London, 2009-2010
  • Member, Malaysian Society, Kingston University London, 2009-2012
  • School Representative, Netball School Regional Competition, SMK Subang Utama, 2004-2007
  • School Representative, Handball School Regional Competition, SMK Subang Utama, 2006-2007

Accomplishments

    Kingston University London – Recognition for Achieving First Class Honors

    Kingston University London - Academic Achievement Award receiver for achieving good results in the first year.

    Universiti Tenaga Nasional - Listed in the Dean’s list for 3 consecutive semesters in the year of Foundation in Accounting.

Languages

Bahasa Malaysia
Native
English
Proficient (C2)

Software/Systems

  • Reval Treasury Management Systems
  • Zoom
  • Slack (Task management system)
  • Monday Work Management
  • SAP ERP
  • Microsoft Office 365
  • Google Workspace (Meet, Sheets, Drive, Docs, Calendar)

References

Pang Sin Huey

Senior Manager, AirAsia Berhad

Contact Available Upon Request


Mohd Fariz Mohd Faruk

Director, Deloitte 

Contact Available Upon Request

Timeline

Cash Management and International Tax Analyst,

Central Bank of Malaysia
03.2022 - 05.2025

Senior Treasury Executive

AirAsia Berhad
05.2018 - 09.2021

Tax Specialist

AirAsia Berhad
09.2017 - 04.2018

Semi Senior

Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Tax Services Sdn Bhd
07.2016 - 08.2017

Tax Assistant

Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Tax Services Sdn Bhd
02.2015 - 07.2016

Postgraduate Diploma - Accounting, Accountability & Financial Management

KING’S COLLEGE LONDON
01.2013 - 01.2014

Accounts Executive

Mich SDN BHD
08.2012 - 07.2013

Bachelor of Arts (Hons) - Accounting and Finance

Kingston University London
01.2009 - 01.2012

Sales Co-coordinator

DNP Clothing Sdn Bhd
01.2008 - 12.2008

Foundation - Accounting

UNIVERSITi Tenaga nasional
01.2008 - 01.2009

Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) - Account Stream

SEKOLAH MENENGAH KEBANGSAAN Subang utama
01.2003 - 01.2007
Zoeliyana Zoelkifli