Strategic Tax Planning And Advance E Invoicing

27-28 Oct, 2025, THE MAJESTIC HOTEL KUALA LUMPUR

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T.THARMASEELAN
Chartered Accountant (M)
Fellow Of The Association Of Chartered Certified Accountant
(UK)
MBA (Wales) in Marketing
HRDF certified Trainer
Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (AIM)


 

Tharmaseelan C.A (M), F.C.C.A, MIAE has vast experience in
the field of Accounting, Taxation, Internal Control Systems and
Finance for almost 25 years in an international accounting firm
and local consultancy firms.


 

His career spanned across wide working experience and exposure
in Accounting, Taxation, implementing Internal Control
Systems and Finance in consultancy firms, a leading hotel in
Langkawi and in a leading
hotel training college. He has also developed Business, Accountancy
and IT Programs with various
colleges, and these programs are validated by foreign universities
and professional Bodies.


 

He was attached to a medium size audit firm as a Senior Audit
Assistant before he moved over to an
established international tax company where he held the position
as a Tax Senior. He then joined an
established professional firm as the Tax Manager where he
oversaw the computation, submission and
resolving tax issues for clients.


His tenure with an established Consultancy as a Senior Consultant
gave him the opportunity to designed internal control
systems & implemented it. He also advised his clients on
compliance with accounting standards and tax regulations. His
last position prior to going into practice was as the Associate
Director of The Business School where he was responsible for
restructuring the Business School and identifying
suitable courses and obtaining accreditation from various
bodies and universities.


 

He is currently in practice offering his expertise and knowledge
to corporate and professional clients, locally and worldwide.
His specializations are in designing and setting up of
Accounting, Taxation, Finance, Internal Control and Operational
Systems as well as in performing Operational Audits.
His well-esteemed clients include those in the hospitality,
education, manufacturing and service-based industries.


 

As a qualified Accountant, he is actively involved in conducting
audit and financial courses. His experience brings him to
faraway countries such as Vietnam, Brunei, Singapore, Nepal,
Uganda and Rwanda to train Accounting and Financial Professionals.


 

He is currently the principal consultant of his own consultancy
firm and a director of a growing tax and secretarial firm.


 

He is also a regular training facilitator for
1. Malaysian Institute of Accountants
2. Certified Public Accountants of Australia

 

Venue Details

THE MAJESTIC HOTEL KUALA LUMPUR
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FOCUSING ON
  • Introduction to Corporate Tax 2026 & Latest Company Tax Updates
  • Updates from the Budget 2026
  • Maximization of Tax Deduction of Expenses 2026
  • Double Deductions of Expenses
  • Non-Deductible Deductions S39
  • Effects of Business Assets (Capital Allowance)
  • Introduction to Advanced E-Invoicing
  • Legal and Regulatory Framework
  • Handling Special and Complex Transactions
  • E-Invoicing for Specific Industries
INTRODUCTION

Tax Planning is “the activities taken to minimise tax liabilities to ensure all available allowances, deductions, exclusions and exemptions are working together in the most tax-efficient manner to reduce the total TAX COST”.

Tax Planning Strategies are typically employed to help a business achieve their financial and business goals. There are benefits of tax planning for businesses and planning plays an important role in:

- Lowering the amount of taxable income
- Reducing the tax rate
- Allowing greater control of when taxes get paid
- Maximising tax relief/tax credits available

There are always new laws and changing allowances, so regular reviews are important.

E-Invoicing in Malaysia is a crucial initiative introduced by LHDN to ensure accuracy reporting revenue, improving compliance, and enhancing data accuracy in the business world. It provides a digital, automated process for creating, validating, and exchanging invoices, ultimately reducing manual errors and increasing efficiency.

This shift towards E-Invoicing also helps businesses meet tax regulations, improve cash flow management, and foster better relationships with suppliers and customers.

AFTER ATTENDING THIS COURSE YOU WILL RETURN TO YOUR JOB…
  1. Planning Your Business Expenditure To Ensuring Maximum Deductions.
  2. Ensuring That Your Capital Expenditures Obtain Maximum Allowances.
  3. Understanding The Fine Points Of Classification And Deductions.
  4. Ensuring That Your Tax Estimate And Liability Are Minimised.
  5. Maximising Double Deduction.
  6. Understanding LHDN’s Guidelines For E Invoicing.
  7. Understanding The Timeline For The E Invoice Implementation.
  8. Ensuring Adequate Documentation For Transactions With No E Invoice.
  9. Being Able To Handle All Cross Border Transactions.
  10. Understanding The Supply Chain Documentation Flow.
  11. Obtaining the latest updates on E-Invoicing.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
  • Directors, CEO, COO and CFOs
  • Financial Controllers, Accountants & Those Heading
  • the Financial Functions
  • Company Secretaries, Operational Departmental Managers
  • Executives, Officers and those who wish to develop their understanding on financial analysis
  • Any other person who wishes to grasp the managerial aspects of accounting & finance
    for corporate financial effectiveness.
METHODOLOGY
Interactive learning session with Course Leader-led facilitation, live Q&As, with Case Studies.
DAY 1
9:00

Introduction to Corporate Tax 2026 & Latest Company Tax Updates

  • Updates from the Budget 2026
  • E-filing deadlines for FY ending 2026
  • Income Tax Act 1967 — important areas
  • Taxability of Receipts and Gains
  • What Income is Taxable & What Income is not Taxable


10.45

Maximization of Tax Deduction of Expenses 2026

  • Allowable / Deductible expenses
  • General Deductions — S33
  • Business Deductions — S34
  • Special Deductions
12.00

Double Deductions of Expenses

  • Business expenditures qualifying for Double Deductions
  • Approved Training
  • Advertising Expenditure on Malaysian Brands
  • Promotion of Export Services Rules
  • Any other area of consideration
1:00 Lunch
2:00

Non-Deductible Deductions S39

  • Minimize Non-Deductible Deductions
  • Capital Expenditure verses Revenue Expenditure
  • Entertainment Expenditure
  • Interest Restriction
3:45

Effects of Business Assets (Capital Allowance)

  • Plant & Machinery
  • Assets under Hire Purchase
  • Assets under Leasing
  • Concept of qualifying expenditure
  • Timing of asset acquisition or disposal - effects on tax
  • Treatment of unabsorbed Capital Allowance
  • Industrial Building Allowance
5:00 End of Day 1
DAY 2
9:00

Introduction to Advanced E-Invoicing

  • Overview of the E-Invoicing framework by LHDN
  • Transition from manual to Electronic Invoicing
  • Objectives and benefits of E-Invoicing for businesses and regulators

10.45

Legal and Regulatory Framework

  • Income Tax Act and E-Invoicing obligations
  • LHDN guidelines and compliance requirements
  • Timeline and mandatory implementation phases
1:00 Lunch
2:00

Handling Special and Complex Transactions

  • Cross-border and multi-currency invoicing
  • Commission, agency, and third-party arrangements
  • Government grants, subsidies, and zero- rated transactions
3:45

E-Invoicing for Specific Industries

  • Manufacturing and supply chain invoicing flows
  • Retail, hospitality, and e-commerce integration
  • Professional services and multi-location businesses
5:00 End of Course